Vadhavan Port Project Ltd. (VPPL) is progressing with the development of the deep draft greenfield Vadhavan Port Project in Palghar District. The project involves the creation of 1448 hectares of reclaimed land, utilizing 200 million cubic meters of sand dredged from an offshore location 60 km away. Following a comprehensive study by IIT Madras, the […]
Piyush Ranjan takes over as CVO, EPIL
HAL and BEML sign MoU for skill development
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and BEML Limited have entered into a strategic partnership to enhance leadership and technical training programs. The MoU was signed by Dr. Srikantha Sharma, ED, HMA, and Ms. Monideepa Roy, Head (Talent Management), BEML, in the presence of senior management from both organizations. Under this collaboration, HAL Management Academy will provide […]
Suman Kumar appointed as Director (P&BD), IOCL
NTPC and EDF India forge partnership for pumped Hydro and Renewable Energy projects
NTPC Ltd and EDF India have signed a non-binding agreement to collaborate on developing pumped hydro storage and hydropower projects integrated with renewable energy. The partnership also aims to explore opportunities in the power distribution sector, aligning with India’s energy transition strategy. Key Highlights of the Agreement: The proposed collaboration includes plans to establish a […]
SECL advances Eco-Friendly coal evacuation through FMC Projects
South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), a subsidiary of Coal India, is intensifying efforts to implement environmentally sustainable coal evacuation under the First Mile Connectivity (FMC) initiative, guided by the Ministry of Coal. In a significant development, SECL’s Dipka Megaproject launched coal loading operations through its newly constructed Rapid Loading System and Silos 3 & 4 […]
SECL records Rs. 53 crore gain through coal quality enhancement
South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) has achieved a significant 18% improvement in coal quality between October 2024 and January 2025, leading to an estimated financial gain of Rs. 53 crore. This milestone was accomplished through the concerted efforts of SECL’s Vigilance team, in partnership with the Quality Control Department and field officers. In October 2024, […]
BEL receives orders worth Rs. 1,292 Cr
Navratna Defence Public Sector Undertaking Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has secured orders worth Rs. 1,292 crore, further solidifying its position as a key player in India’s defense sector. A major contract valued at Rs. 1,034 crore (excluding taxes) was signed with the Ministry of Defence for the supply of Software Defined Radios (SDRs) and Data […]
Secretary-General, IMO, visits JNPA to discuss global maritime sustainability
Arsenio Dominguez, Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), visited the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA), India’s Best Performing Port, on February 19, 2025. His visit was part of a broader tour focused on promoting sustainability in the global maritime sector. During his visit, he engaged in discussions with Unmesh Sharad Wagh, IRS, Chairperson of […]
