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Oil and gas bidding deadlines pushed again to June 19 for two licensing rounds

Oil and gas bidding deadlines pushed again to June 19 for two licensing rounds

India has extended bid submission deadlines for oil and gas exploration under two government licensing tracks, setting the new cut-off for both at June 19. The tenth licensing round, launched in February 2025, has now received its fifth extension since its debut, following a prior deadline of May 29. Separately, the eleventh round under the Open Acreage Licensing Policy (OALP), introduced in March, was also extended to the same date. The Directorate General of Hydrocarbons offered no reason.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 15 May 2026
Arunachal Pradesh bans foreign travel for officials for a year and cuts minister convoy strength by half

Arunachal Pradesh bans foreign travel for officials for a year and cuts minister convoy strength by half

Arunachal Pradesh announced cost-cutting and efficiency measures to reduce spending and streamline governance. The official notification bans foreign travel by Ministers and government officials for the next one year. It also orders a 50% reduction in the convoy strength of Ministers, citing efforts to optimize fuel usage and improve the movement of officials across departments.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 14 May 2026

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CBI chief Praveen Sood gets one year extension for second term beyond 2026

CBI chief Praveen Sood gets one year extension for second term beyond 2026

Praveen Sood’s tenure as CBI chief has been extended by one year, marking his second extension in office. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet cleared the move beyond May 24, 2026. Sood had taken charge in May 2023 for a two-year term, with the latest decision following a selection committee meeting.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026
Rahul Gandhi rejects CBI director selection, alleges govt hid key candidate details in process

Rahul Gandhi rejects CBI director selection, alleges govt hid key candidate details in process

Rahul Gandhi has formally opposed the committee selection process for the next CBI director, alleging the government withheld crucial information about candidates. He dismissed the process as a “mere formality,” refused to participate in what he called a biased exercise, and warned that the opposition’s role is not a rubber stamp.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026
Centre says fertiliser stocks are comfortable for Kharif sowing as prices stay stable

Centre says fertiliser stocks are comfortable for Kharif sowing as prices stay stable

The Centre has assured that India’s fertiliser supply for the upcoming Kharif season is secure, with stock levels comfortably above usual requirements. It said maximum retail prices for key fertilisers are stable, supported by domestic production and imports. The government has also secured large quantities of major products including NPK complexes, DAP, triple super phosphate and ammonium sulfate.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026
Coal India shares tumble 3% as govt weighs selling Rs 10000 crore stake via OFS

Coal India shares tumble 3% as govt weighs selling Rs 10000 crore stake via OFS

Coal India shares dropped about 3% after a report said the government may sell a 3–4% stake worth roughly Rs 10,000 crore through an OFS. The offering could be priced at a discount to the current market level, adding pressure to the stock even as the company recently posted a strong profit jump.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 7 May 2026

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Scindia warns telecom of AI driven cyber threats after urgent meeting with experts

Scindia warns telecom of AI driven cyber threats after urgent meeting with experts

Communications minister Jyotiraditya Scindia held an unscheduled meeting with telecom firms and academia to gauge the risk posed by AI-enabled cyber threats. The discussion focused on how severe the challenge could be and whether telecom operators have sufficient cyber preparedness to respond. Officials say the goal was to understand gaps before threats escalate.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 6 May 2026
Govt Slams Rumours of Aadhaar Redesign and Says No Plan To Change Card Design

Govt Slams Rumours of Aadhaar Redesign and Says No Plan To Change Card Design

The Press Information Bureau has dismissed reports and viral social media claims that Aadhaar will be redesigned by year end, with the card allegedly reduced to just a photograph and a QR code. In an official statement on X, PIB said the rumours are incorrect and urged people to ignore them to prevent unnecessary confusion.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 3 May 2026
India tests extremely severe alert by blasting loud beeps across millions of phones

India tests extremely severe alert by blasting loud beeps across millions of phones

India reportedly conducted a nationwide emergency alert test on Saturday, May 2, notifying thousands of people with loud beeps on their mobile phones. The notifications reportedly hit around 11:45 am, raising questions about how the alert system distributes warnings and what it signals in real emergencies. Officials are expected to clarify the scope and purpose of the exercise.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Office Chai on 3 May 2026
Government tests India nationwide cell broadcast sending phones a scary extremely severe alert

Government tests India nationwide cell broadcast sending phones a scary extremely severe alert

India tested its new indigenous cell broadcast system for disaster alerts nationwide on Saturday, triggering loud emergency notifications on many phones. Users saw a government message that it was a trial, but the headline alert read “Extremely Severe.” The system is designed to deliver real-time warnings during emergencies and improve disaster preparedness across the country.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 2 May 2026

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Bharat Khera takes charge as MSME Secretary bringing decades of government experience

Bharat Khera takes charge as MSME Secretary bringing decades of government experience

Bharat Khera has assumed charge as the MSME Secretary, backed by over three decades of administrative experience. He previously worked in key central government roles, including the Ministry of Defence and the Cabinet Secretariat, and also held significant positions in the Himachal Pradesh government. His appointment signals continuity of experienced civil service leadership for the MSME sector.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 1 May 2026
Petrol diesel price hike may be next as govt sources warn of rising costs soon

Petrol diesel price hike may be next as govt sources warn of rising costs soon

Government sources have hinted that a petrol and diesel price increase may be on the table soon. The warning comes as oil companies run up losses, while retail fuel rates have been frozen for four years. With global crude oil prices surging, state-owned firms face mounting pressure—raising the possibility that consumers could pay more in the coming days.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 1 May 2026
Delhi govt to partner with tech firms to deploy AI tools across services

Delhi govt to partner with tech firms to deploy AI tools across services

The Delhi government is inviting technology companies and research bodies to propose AI solutions for several public services, including governance, healthcare, education, air-quality monitoring, and mobility. Firms will showcase AI tools to support possible pilot projects, aiming to boost efficiency and improve service delivery across government departments.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 30 Apr 2026
Haj 2026 airfare jumps Rs 10000 per pilgrim as ATF prices surge worldwide

Haj 2026 airfare jumps Rs 10000 per pilgrim as ATF prices surge worldwide

Haj 2026 airfare will rise by about Rs 10,000 per pilgrim as global Aviation Turbine Fuel prices spike. The Haj Committee of India negotiated to keep the increase to roughly USD 100 per pilgrim, limiting the impact. Still, opposition leaders call the extra charge unjust, while the government says it protected pilgrims from a larger burden.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 30 Apr 2026

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Dr Nikhil Tandon named officiating AIIMS Delhi director for six months

Dr Nikhil Tandon named officiating AIIMS Delhi director for six months

Dr Nikhil Tondon has been appointed officiating Director of AIIMS Delhi on a working arrangement for six months or until a permanent director is selected. The change follows Dr M Sirinivas moving to NITI Aayog. Tondon replaces Dr VK Paul, who has shifted to a full-time member role within the governing structure.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 29 Apr 2026
Govt rules out petrol and diesel price hike from May 1 amid election fuel panic

Govt rules out petrol and diesel price hike from May 1 amid election fuel panic

The government says it has no plan to raise petrol or diesel prices from May 1, as a petroleum ministry official clarified amid widespread speculation. After key state elections, rumors of an upcoming fuel hike triggered panic buying in some areas, leading to long queues at fuel stations. The clarification aims to calm markets and consumers.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 28 Apr 2026
Nearly 30000 railway jobs to be surrendered redistributed which zones face biggest shakeup

Nearly 30000 railway jobs to be surrendered redistributed which zones face biggest shakeup

The Railway Board has sent zone-wise Key Performance Indicators for manpower rationalisation—covering both surrender and redistribution—for 2026–27 to the Efficiency and Research Directorate. These targets will be included in annual performance agreements, signalling a likely reshuffle of jobs across railway zones. The key question now is which regions will feel the impact most and how quickly.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 27 Apr 2026
Govt to expand Telecom Technology Development Fund by October boosting 6G research budgets

Govt to expand Telecom Technology Development Fund by October boosting 6G research budgets

India’s telecom ministry plans to launch an enhanced Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF) with a higher outlay by October, Minister of State for Telecom Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar said. The government has already allocated about ₹540 crore to 100+ companies under the existing TTDF, many of which are working on 6G-related research and development.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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Govt panel led by SBI chief to assess Mythos AI risks and craft mitigation plan

Govt panel led by SBI chief to assess Mythos AI risks and craft mitigation plan

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has set up a panel headed by SBI Chairman C S Setty to evaluate risks tied to the AI platform “Mythos” and propose mitigation strategies. Banks will work together to understand the threats posed by Mythos and determine what investments are needed to counter AI-driven challenges.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Government says no edible oil subsidy plan now as prices soar for consumers

Government says no edible oil subsidy plan now as prices soar for consumers

The government has said there is currently no proposal to supply edible oils to consumers at subsidised rates. Data shows domestic production of edible oils in 2020-21 was 111.51 lakh tonnes against imports of 134.52 lakh tonnes, while demand reached 246.03 lakh tonnes. Groundnut oil retail prices also rose sharply to Rs 176.28 per kg.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
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