The agreement was formalized on July 8, 2026, at the GAIL office in New Delhi by Shri Mani Bhushan Singh, GGM (Projects & Services) CONCOR, and Shri Hitendra Kumar Garg, ED (Marketing) GAIL, in the presence of senior officials from both public sector enterprises.

The collaboration will unify key national programs, integrating the Zero Defect Zero Effect (ZED) Certification Scheme with NSIC’s MSME Global Mart and Single Point Registration Scheme (SPRS). Under this framework, ZED-certified MSMEs will benefit from enhanced digital commerce opportunities, onboarding on the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) via the TEAM Initiative, AI-enabled product cataloging, and dedicated export promotion. Furthermore, the partnership will strengthen laboratory infrastructure through NABL accreditation for NSIC facilities and leverage NABET to run customized capacity-building programs across training centers.

To drive effective execution, both organizations are constituting a Joint Coordination Committee (JCC) that will meet quarterly to monitor progress and identify fresh avenues for collaboration. Leadership from both entities emphasized that the alliance merges quality consciousness with extensive market outreach. By empowering grassroots businesses to confidently enter domestic and global supply chains, the initiative marks a significant step forward in building a robust, quality-driven corporate landscape for India’s massive MSME sector. (PIB)

For the quarter ended June, the company produced 15.10 MT, registering a 26% year-on-year increase. Sales stood at 11.75 MT, marking a 2% y-o-y rise. It was the highest-ever first-quarter production and sales since inception and strengthens its position in India’s steel value chain, the largest iron ore producer in the country said.

India, 26 June, 2026: AU Small Finance Bank (AU SFB), India’s largest Small Finance Bank and among the first in over a decade to receive in-principle approval to transition into a Universal Bank, has been recognised among the Top 10 – India’s Best Companies to Work For 2026 by Great Place to Work. This recognition represents the gold standard of workplace excellence, underscoring a strong culture anchored in Trust, Pride, and Camaraderie.

The recognition was received by Mr. Manoj Tibrewal, Group Head – HR, Infra, Admin & Marketing, at a recently held awards event.

Great Place To Work® is the global authority on workplace culture, backed by over 30 years of research and insights from more than 100 million employees across 170+ countries. Its rigorous and globally benchmarked methodology evaluates organisations on employee trust, leadership effectiveness and the overall workplace experience.

The assessment is based on the Trust Index Survey (75% weightage) – which captures anonymous employee feedback on credibility, respect, fairness, pride and camaraderie – and the Culture Audit (25%), which evaluates leadership philosophy, values and people practices. The certification reflects AU SFB’s ability to foster a consistent and inclusive work environment where employees feel empowered, valued and engaged.

Commenting on the recognition, Mr. Sanjay Agarwal, Founder, MD & CEO, AU Small Finance Bank said, “At AU Small Finance Bank, our people are at the core of everything we do. This recognition reinforces our belief in building a culture rooted in trust, inclusivity and purpose – where every employee is empowered to perform, grow and contribute meaningfully. As we continue our journey towards becoming a Universal Bank, we remain committed to strengthening our people practices and enhancing employee experience at every touchpoint.”

Over the years, AU SFB has consistently been recognised for its people-first philosophy, underpinned by strong values, inclusive leadership and a robust employee engagement framework. With a workforce of over 59,000+ employees serving more than 1.2 crore customers across India, the Bank continues to invest in initiatives that enable growth, well-being and long-term career development.

According to Vedanta’s 11th Tax Transparency Report, the FY26 breakdown highlights the company’s diversified impact on national revenue. The total includes Rs.14,840 crore in government royalties and profit petroleum, Rs.8,290 crore in income and capital taxes, Rs.11,897 crore in other taxes borne, and Rs.21,777 crore in indirect taxes. Additionally, the company accounted for Rs.3,188 crore in withholding taxes and Rs.1,180 crore in corporate dividends paid to the Government of India through Hindustan Zinc Limited, demonstrating strong fiscal discipline and transparent governance in support of the Viksit Bharat vision.

●      Provides structured support across key IPO readiness milestones

Mumbai, June 03, 2026 – Meesho, India’s largest e-commerce platform by annual transacting users and orders, announced the launch of Project Shikhar in partnership with BSE Ltd. The initiative aims to enable MSMEs to transition into publicly listed entities on the BSE SME platform, addressing their access to growth capital.

The collaboration, formalised through an MoU, was signed in the presence of Shri Sundararaman Ramamurthy, MD & CEO, BSE and Ms Lopamudra Rao, Head of Corporate Affairs, Meesho. It marks a significant step towards enabling grassroots digital businesses to access institutional capital.

Shri Sundararaman Ramamurthy, Managing Director & CEO, BSE, said: “At BSE, we pioneered the SME platform to give India’s most dynamic, job-creating businesses a direct route to capital markets. Over the years, the BSE SME platform has enabled hundreds of MSMEs to list, raise growth capital, and strengthen governance standards. This partnership with Meesho extends that ecosystem to digital-first entrepreneurs, helping e-commerce sellers become public companies.”

Lopamudra Rao, Head of Corporate Affairs, Meesho, said: “A significant share of our seller ecosystem comprises entrepreneurial businesses that have scaled rapidly on our platform. Moving from a successful e-commerce brand to an investor-ready entity is complex, and Project Shikhar removes that friction. Through this partnership with BSE, we are not just helping sellers raise public capital; we are building a pipeline of compliant, transparent businesses that will fuel India’s formal economy.”