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The Birth of a Maharatna: HPCL Incorporation (July 15, 1974)

Newsmantra — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 06:21:51 +0000

MUMBAI. Yesterday marks the 52nd anniversary of the official formation of Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL).

Following the Essor (Acquisition of Undertakings in India) Act passed by Parliament, the Government of India took over the refinery and marketing operations of Esso Eastern Inc. on this day in 1974. These operations were merged with Lube India Limited to officially birth HPCL.

Over more than five decades, HPCL transitioned from a private multinational setup to a proud Maharatna CPSE. Today, it commands over 19% of India’s petroleum marketing share and operates massive refining setups in Mumbai and Visakhapatnam.

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SJVN Appoints Arti Kujur as Independent Director

Newsmantra — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 06:09:24 +0000

SHIMLA. SJVN Limited, a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise, has announced the appointment of Smt. Arti Kujur as an Independent Director on its Board. According to a regulatory filing, the Ministry of Power, Government of India, has appointed her for a period of three years effective from July 15, 2026, or until further orders. SJVN is a prominent joint venture of the Government of India and the Government of Himachal Pradesh.

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MHA Issues Fresh Directives Ensuring Strict Compliance and Protocol for National Anthem and National Song

Newsmantra — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 06:30:53 +0000

NEW DELHI. The Ministry of Home Affairs has issued comprehensive new directions to all State Governments, Union Territory administrations, and central ministries, reiterating the mandatory rules for performing the National Anthem and the National Song. The fresh guidelines place a strong emphasis on maintaining absolute accuracy in script, wording, and pronunciation, with official versions and pronunciation guides made available on the ministry website. In a significant clarification of protocol, the directive mandates that if both songs are performed at an event, Vande Mataram must precede Jana Gana Mana. Furthermore, in regions that possess their own official state songs, the performance order must strictly flow from the State song first, followed by the National Song, and concluding with the National Anthem, thereby harmoniously respecting both regional and national identities.

Under the updated protocol, the complete six-stanza version of Vande Mataram, which has a running duration of approximately three minutes and ten seconds, must be utilized at important official events. This includes civil investitures, the arrival and departure of the President and Governors at formal functions, national parades involving the National Flag, and during official presidential broadcasts. The ministry underscored that all citizens are required to stand at attention, maintain silence, and remain still during the rendition of both the National Song and the National Anthem to demonstrate utmost respect. These directives reinforce an earlier order from January 28, 2026, which established this complete version of Vande Mataram as the standard for state ceremonies, while the established regulations for the full and short versions of Jana Gana Mana remain firmly in place.

This administrative push is part of a larger, nation-wide effort by the Government to ensure that India’s sacred national symbols are uniformly respected and consistently honoured across all levels of administration, from village halls to state banquets. While deliberate disrespect to the National Anthem is legally punishable under The Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971, the guidelines for Vande Mataram aim to foster voluntary, deeply rooted civic respect. By urging states and central ministries to distribute these rules to bands, choirs, educational institutions, and event organisers, the MHA aims to protect the historical, cultural, and emotional sanctity of these songs, ensuring their dignity remains fully preserved in the modern digital age.

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Government Launches Mega ₹37,500 Crore Initiative to Promote Surface Coal and Lignite Gasification

Newsmantra — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 06:20:40 +0000

The Ministry of Coal has officially invited applications under its mega Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects, which was approved by the Government on 13 May 2026 with a substantial financial outlay of ₹37,500 crore. This major initiative is designed to accelerate the development of surface gasification projects across the country, focusing on enhancing value addition in the domestic coal sector, reducing reliance on costly imports, and strengthening India’s self-reliance in the energy and chemical domains. Following the approval, the formal Scheme Guidelines were released on 25 June 2026, and the Request for Proposal (RFP) was published on 7 July 2026, setting the stage for eligible entities to submit their bids.

To ensure active stakeholder participation and to offer comprehensive clarity on the scheme provisions and bidding requirements, the Ministry will host a Pre-Application Conference on 20 July 2026. Prospective applicants and industry stakeholders are encouraged to attend this session and raise queries for official clarification. The final deadline for the submission of applications has been set for 7 September 2026. Comprehensive documentation, including the detailed application timeline, guidelines, and the RFP, is currently accessible on the Ministry of Coal’s official website for interested public and private entities to review.

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Shri Sunil Kumar Nagdawne Assumes Charge as CMD of Pawan Hans Limited

Newsmantra — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:33:24 +0000

NEW DELHI. Pawan Hans Limited (PHL), India’s premier helicopter services company and a Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of India, today announced that Shri Sunil Kumar Nagdawne has assumed charge as its CMD with effect from 3 July 2026. Shri Nagdawne brings with him over three decades of distinguished leadership experience spanning aviation, energy, infrastructure management, operational excellence and stakeholder engagement.

Prior to joining Pawan Hans, he served as General Manager (Aviation), Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), where he led critical aviation fuel operations, airport infrastructure initiatives and strategic business development activities supporting both civil and defence aviation sectors.

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DPE and ONGC Host Capacity Building Programme for CPSE Directors in Dehradun

Newsmantra — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 06:39:05 +0000

NEW DELHI. The Department of Public Enterprises (DPE), in collaboration with ONGC, successfully organized a two-day Orientation Programme for the Capacity Building of Functional Directors of Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) on June 18–19, 2026, in Dehradun. The event brought together top CPSE leaders, including CMDs and Functional Directors, for extensive deliberations on transformative board governance, vigilance management, financial oversight, effective board functioning, key DPE guidelines, and collaboration for organizational excellence. Through expert-led sessions and dynamic panel discussions, the programme highlighted the evolving role of Boards in driving accountability, strategic leadership, and performance in a fast-changing business environment, ultimately reaffirming the critical importance of strengthening leadership capabilities and governance frameworks to build future-ready, resilient, and high-performing CPSEs.

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Government Relaxes Eligibility Criteria in Hunt for New ONGC Chairman

Newsmantra — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:04:01 +0000

NEW DELHI. Govt of India has launched its search for a new Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) for Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC), introducing an overhauled eligibility framework aimed at attracting senior talent and ensuring leadership stability at the state-run energy giant.

In a significant departure from conventional public sector enterprise (PSE) guidelines, the govt has implemented three critical structural shifts:

Age Limit Extension: The maximum age limit for external applicants has been raised to 59 years at the time of application, widening the talent pool to include highly experienced industry veterans.

Abolition of Superannuation Cap: The strict retirement age of 60 for the position has been relaxed. The selected candidate will no longer be forced to step down automatically upon turning 60 during their term.

Fixed Tenure Structure: To guarantee management continuity, the government is introducing a fixed three-year tenure. This term is extendable by an additional two years subject to a performance review, potentially allowing a five-year leadership run regardless of the candidate’s age.

Knowledgeable source said , top PSE posts often saw short leadership stints because executives were appointed close to their retirement age of 60. By guaranteeing a three-to-five-year window and pushing the age ceiling to 59, the government aims to give the next ONGC chief enough runway to execute long-term exploration and production strategies.

The search comes at a crucial time as ONGC looks to reverse aging production fields and accelerate its deepwater exploration initiatives. The Search-cum-Selection Committee (SCSC) is expected to consider both internal public sector candidates and high-ranking private sector executives.

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Ministry of Tourism Signs MoU with Google India to Strengthen Digital Tourism Promotion

Newsmantra — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:26:13 +0000

NEW DELHI. The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Google India Private Limited to strengthen digital promotion of India’s tourism destinations through a strategic, non-commercial partnership. The collaboration aims to enhance destination marketing by leveraging digital content, tourism trend analysis, creative best practices, and skill development initiatives. The partnership is expected to further strengthen India’s tourism ecosystem, expand its global outreach, and support the government’s Incredible India initiative by showcasing the country’s diverse tourism offerings to a wider international audience.

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MECON Awarded Miniratna Category-I Status by Government of India

Newsmantra — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:57:48 +0000

NEW DELHI: MECON Limited has been granted Miniratna Category-I status by the Government of India, recognizing its strong financial performance, operational excellence, and significant contribution to the country’s infrastructure and industrial development. The prestigious status places MECON among a select group of Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) with enhanced financial and operational autonomy, enabling faster decision-making and greater business flexibility. The company described the recognition as a testament to the dedication of its employees, stakeholders, and partners, reaffirming its commitment to innovation, engineering excellence, and supporting India’s nation-building and infrastructure growth.

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Shri P.K. Mishra Calls for Data-Driven Governance to Achieve Viksit Bharat by 2047

Newsmantra — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:50:51 +0000

NEW DELHI: Principal Secretary to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Dr. P.K. Mishra, has underscored the importance of evidence-based policymaking and data-driven governance in achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047. Addressing the 20th Statistics Day celebrations in New Delhi, Dr. Mishra described administrative data as a strategic national asset that can significantly improve governance, public service delivery, and policy formulation.

He stressed that India should effectively leverage the vast amount of data generated through administrative processes while ensuring privacy, transparency, and accountability. Highlighting Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of technology-enabled governance, Dr. Mishra said accurate and timely data would enable governments to design better policies, improve implementation, and deliver services more efficiently. He added that reliable data would be the cornerstone of inclusive development, ensuring informed decision-making and that every citizen benefits from the country’s growth journey.

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