Jaitley tables Central GST Bill in LS

India is rapidly expanding its ship recycling sector and upgrading shipbreaking yards to meet European environmental standards, as part of a broader effort to strengthen its maritime industry and reduce logistics costs, Sushant Kumar Purohit, Chairperson of VO Chidambaranar Port Authority, said today.

"India has sufficient gas production and supply arrangements to sustain this position even in the event of a prolonged conflict. Power generation for every household and for industry is fully protected," Hardeep Singh Puri said. Opposition members sloganeered and protested against Puri's remarks.

Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Puri will give a statement in Lok Sabha on the overall energy position of India amid West Asia conflict that has invariably affected shipping lines.

The Digital India programme is successfully advancing digital inclusion and strengthening the nation's Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) through a strategic focus on accessibility and affordability. Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw said in Lok Sabha today, noting that the initiative has bridged the digital divide by increasing internet access and providing robust digital solutions.

Private life insurers reported robust 20.2 per cent year-on-year (YoY) growth in individual Annualized Premium Equivalent (APE) as the industry continues to see significant expansion. According to a Nuvama report, for FY26TD, the market share for private insurers in the individual APE segment surged 164bp YoY to 72.4 per cent.

Faridabad (Haryana) [India], March 10: A new franchise outlet of Barista Coffee Company has been inaugurated inside the premises of Yatharth Hospital, located in Sector 20, Faridabad. The cafe aims to improve food and beverage facilities for patients and visitors. It will allow visitors to access hygienic and quality food and beverage options without leaving the premises.

New Delhi [India], March 10: Social worker Rakesh Bindal will be appointed as the National President of the world's largest cow service organization, Shri Godham Mahatirth Pathmeda Lok Punyarth Nyas, Nandgaon, on the occasion of the inauguration of the institution's new residential complex. The announcement was made at the organization's Delhi office.

Ashish Kumar Chauhan, MD and CEO of the National Stock Exchange (NSE), marked the 30th anniversary of the Nifty 50 index by announcing that the market capitalization of companies listed on the exchange has reached USD 5 trillion. Highlighting India's rise to becoming the fourth-largest capital market in the world, Chauhan noted that the index is no longer just a financial metric but a "stock of the nation."

New Delhi [India], March 9: In a time defined by rapid transformation, evolving social priorities, and the growing influence of ideas, The Literature Today is proud to celebrate a dynamic group of prominent literary voices shaping conversations that truly matter. This specially curated feature brings together inspiring authors including Malala, Arundhati Roy, Radhika Agarwal Suresh Kumar, Pavithra Srinivasan, Sreelata Menon, Reshel Bretny Fernandes, Dr. Nisheet Kumar, Navneet Jhamb, and Dhaval Birajdar, distinguished personalities whose work reflects both the evolving spirit of modern India and the broader global narrative of change.

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], March 9: Ramky Infrastructure Limited, a leading infrastructure company with capabilities across industrial infrastructure, water and wastewater, and urban solutions, has entered into an agreement with Maharashtra Industrial Township Limited (MITL) for EPC-based infrastructure works within Dighi Port Industrial Area (DPIA) Phase 1 under the Delhi Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC). The total contract value is ₹1,401.84 Crore, inclusive of GST and Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Revenues. The project has to be completed within 930 days from appointed date and the O&M period of 4 years from COD date, which is extendable upon mutual discussion.