Category: India

Bhopal: The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE), the world’s largest derivatives exchange by volume, has deployed its Immediate Acknowledgement feature across Currency Derivatives, Commodity Derivatives, Cash (Capital Market), and Equity Derivatives from April 11, 2026, delivering order acknowledgement in nanoseconds for median and mean observations, a significant improvement over the previous system response time of 100 microseconds. This milestone represents a transformative upgrade to NSE’s trading infrastructure, reinforcing India’s position at the forefront of global exchange technology and furthering the Exchange’s commitment to building a transparent, efficient, and world-class…

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New Delhi: Founder of the JP Group, Jaiprakash Gaur, has expressed support for the decision of lenders to select the Adani Group as the successful bidder for acquiring the assets of the bankrupt Jaiprakash Associates Limited (JAL). Gaur also conveyed confidence that the conglomerate, led by Gautam Adani, would successfully take forward the legacy and operations of JAL. His statement comes days after rival bidder Vedanta Limited, headed by Anil Agarwal, claimed that Gaur had preferred Vedanta as a “safe pair of hands” for the company. Responding to the ongoing…

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Lucknow: The texts of the Vedās and Vedāṅgas involve mathematics extensively. The Kalpa, which focuses on the preparation of altars (yajñavedikās), employs several geometric principles outlined in the ŚulbaSūtras. Some of the prominent names associated with these texts include Baudhāyana, Āpastamba, and Kātyāyana.  Due to its vast scope and significance, Jyotiṣa (the science of astronomy) has been revered for centuries. Lagadha, a great Indian mathematician from around 1500 BCE, expressed in his work on VedāṅgaJyotiṣa that “like the crest of a peacock and the gems on the hoods of serpents,…

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Lucknow: A crucial meeting of the District Fee Regulatory Committee was held under the chairmanship of District Magistrate Vishakh G at the Collectorate auditorium to ensure effective implementation of the Uttar Pradesh Self-Financed Schools (Fee Regulation) Act, 2018 and its 2020 amendment. Focus on Fee Regulation and Transparency The committee, constituted under Section 8 of the Act, is responsible for scrutinizing proposed fee hikes by schools, addressing complaints from parents, and ensuring that fee increases remain within prescribed norms. It is also empowered to recommend action in cases of irregularities.…

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Bareilly: A review meeting on census preparations was held under the chairmanship of District Magistrate Avinash Singh at the Collectorate auditorium, focusing on timely deployment and training of personnel for the upcoming exercise. Focus on Timely Appointments and Planning During the meeting, the District Magistrate reviewed tehsil-wise and urban local body-wise determination of HCB (Household Census Blocks) and directed officials to complete the appointment of enumerators and supervisors by the following evening. He also instructed that 10 percent additional personnel be kept in reserve to handle contingencies. He further directed…

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Bareilly: A review meeting was held under the chairmanship of District Magistrate Avinash Singh to address rising incidents of theft affecting projects implemented under the Jal Jeevan Mission. The meeting took place at the Collectorate auditorium with senior administrative and police officials in attendance. Rising Thefts Disrupting Water Supply During the meeting, officials highlighted that theft of copper cables—used to connect solar panels—as well as the solar panels themselves, has been reported from several locations, including villages like Puranapur and Natthurampur. These incidents have adversely impacted operation and maintenance activities,…

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Bareilly: The Department of Law at Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University successfully conducted the final PhD viva-voce presentation of research scholar Rashtra Vardhan, marking a significant academic milestone. The viva was attended by distinguished academicians, including external examiner Prof. C. P. Singh, along with research supervisor and Head of Department Prof. Amit Singh. Faculty members Prof. V. K. Gupta and Associate Professor Dr. Arun Prakash Singh were also present on the occasion. The guests were formally welcomed with bouquets and shawls. Research Focus on Cyber Space and Internet Rights During…

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Bareilly: Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University (MJPRU) conducted a comprehensive progress review of its ambitious research project ‘DREAMS’, being implemented in collaboration with Indian Institute of Technology Ropar under the PAIR scheme of the National Research Foundation. The project, supported by the Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India, aims to develop advanced materials that can significantly contribute to the country’s energy and security needs, while reducing dependence on rare earth materials. The review meeting was chaired by Vice-Chancellor Prof. K. P. Singh, who is also the Principal Investigator…

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Raipur: FICCI ladies Organisation , the apex body of business women in the country Under the dynamic leadership of the 43rd National President, Puja Garg, and guided by her vision of strengthening women-led growth across India, launched its 22nd Chapter in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. This expansion reinforces FLO’s commitment to empowering women entrepreneurs and professionals, while contributing to inclusive economic development in the state. With its Head Office in New Delhi and a robust presence across 21 chapters, FLO has been at the forefront of promoting women’s entrepreneurship, leadership, and economic…

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Lucknow: A condolence meeting was organised by the Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Smriti Samiti to mourn the demise of veteran leader and former Union Minister Mohsina Kidwai. The meeting was held at Gomti Enclave residence of Rita Bahuguna Joshi. The solemn ceremony was chaired by former acting Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh and state president of the committee, Ammar Rizvi. In the condolence resolution, the committee described her passing as an irreparable loss and paid tribute to her over five decades of dedicated public service. Speakers highlighted Kidwai’s contributions toward the…

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