Located in Alipore Mint Colony, Kolkata’s Majerhat metro station has been adorned with captivating murals that breathe life into the bustling public space. The artistic masterpieces serve as more than just embellishments, they tell stories, evoke emotions, and showcase the rich cultural tapestry of the city. Showcasing Kolkata’s heritage The under-construction metro station will greet […]
Day: February 7, 2024
Amrit Bharat Station Scheme: Parliamentary committee report calls for dedicated railway budget, platform standardisation, and much more!
A dedicated railway budget, platform standardisation, strict deadline, zone-wise evaluation, and mid-term analysis are some of the key recommendations of the Committee on Estimates mentioned in the report submitted to the Lok Sabha on Tuesday. The committee carried out an in-depth audit of the progress of the ‘Amrit Bharat Station Scheme’ (ABSS) and made 12 […]
Top stocks to buy as the govt gives Rs 2.55 lakh crore capex push for Railways
Railway stocks, including Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd, Ircon International Ltd, Indian Railway Finance Corporation Ltd, Titagarh Rail Systems Ltd, and Texmaco Rail & Engineering Ltd, are expected to experience significant gains following the recent Budget 2024 announcements made by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. During her interim budget presentation on February 1, Sitharaman unveiled plans […]
Indian Railways unveils Annual Recruitment Calendar: Job notifications to be issued quarterly every year – Key details inside
Indian Railways ‘Annual Recruitment Calendar’ has multiple benefits for candidates who want to participate in the job drive of the country’s premier transport organisation, Union Minister for Railway Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Monday. The railways has come up with an annual recruitment calendar like other government agencies so that recruitment examinations can be conducted for […]
Ministry of Railways shares mesmerising clip of Kalka-Shimla Heritage Railway’s journey through snow-clad Shimla station – Watch video
The Kalka-Shimla Heritage Railway, a marvel of engineering and a testament to the rich history of Indian Railways, offers travelers a magical journey through the picturesque landscapes of Himachal Pradesh. In a recent tweet shared by the Ministry of Railways, the snow-clad Shimla Station serves as the backdrop to this enchanting voyage. Nestled amidst the […]
Indian Railways’ Aastha Special Train: First special train leaves Telangana’s Secunderabad for Ayodhya with 1,346 devotees
The first Aastha Special Train departed from Secunderabad Railway Station on Monday (February 5), carrying the first group of devotees bound for Ayodhya. A total of 1,346 devotees boarded the train, filling the station with resounding chants of ‘Jai Sri Ram’ The initiative by the Indian Railways aims to ensure the comfort and well-being of […]
Gulf Oil India posts Rs 80 crore profit in Q3 FY2024
Gulf Oil Lubricants India, part of the Hinduja Group and Gulf Oil International, has reported its financial results for Q3 FY2024. The company reported revenue of Rs 817.26 crore, up 4 percent YoY and net profit of Rs 80.74 crore, up 28 percent, as against Rs 62.65 crore a year ago. For the 9-month period […]
Crude oil edges up on smaller US output growth estimates
Oil prices ticked higher on Wednesday, as growth in U.S. oil production is expected to remain largely steady through 2025, easing worries of excess supply. Brent crude futures rose 38 cents, or 0.5%, to $78.97 a barrel as of 0013 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude climbed 41 cents, or 0.6%, to $73.72. Both […]
Oil sector needs $14 trillion investments globally by 2045: OPEC
The global oil market will require an investment of $14 trillion by 2045 to meet the rising energy demand of the world, said Haitham al-Ghais, Secretary General of the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries on Tuesday. “The demand for oil will continue to rise and there is a need to ensure that supply is maintained,” […]
India exploring strategic gas reserves across West coast
India is seriously exploring strategic storage facilities gas across the West coast, and studies for this are in an advance stage, sources said. Exhausted oil wells across the West cost of the country may be used for the purpose, they added. According to the information, GAIL and ONGC have conducted studies which are almost complete […]
Petronet LNG inks $78 billion deal with Qatar
India’s Petronet LNG (PLL) and QatarEnergy on Tuesday inked a long-term LNG Sale & Purchase Agreement (SPA) for the supply of around 7.5 million metric tons per annum (MMTPA) of LNG to India, for the period between 2028 to 2048. The deal involves LNG imports of $78 billion by the PLL during the contract period. […]
BPCL, BARC showcase indigenous prototype alkaline electrolyser for hydrogen generation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Bharat Petroleum Corporation (BPCL), a leading player in the energy sector has marked a significant milestone today at the India Energy Week 2024 in Goa. The company showcased what it claims is India’s first indigenous alkaline electrolyser to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The electrolyser is collaboratively developed by BPCL and the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre […]