7 of top 10 firms add Rs 1.55 lakh crore in market value

IANS | October 26, 2025 12:55 PM

Mumbai, Oct 26 (IANS) The combined market valuation of seven of India’s top 10 most-valued companies rose by Rs 1,55,710.74 crore in the holiday-shortened week, supported by a positive trend in domestic equities.

Adani Ports anchors nation’s Blue Economy ambitions at India Maritime Week 2025

IANS | October 26, 2025 12:34 PM

Mumbai, Oct 26 (IANS) Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ), India’s largest port developer and operator, is showcasing how technology, inclusion and indigenous innovation are powering the nation’s journey towards a self-reliant and sustainable Blue Economy at the India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025.

Over 15.72 crore rural homes receive safe tap water with Rs 2.08 lakh crore central outlay

IANS | October 26, 2025 11:06 AM

New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) India has achieved a major milestone under the Jal Jeevan Mission, with over 81 per cent of rural households now having access to clean tap water, official data showed on Sunday, adding that more than 15.72 crore rural homes are receiving safe drinking water through household taps (as of October 22) -- marking a significant step towards universal water security in rural India.

Union MoS George Kurian urges fisheries workers to register under NFDP

IANS | October 25, 2025 7:34 PM

New Delhi, Oct 25 (IANS) Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying George Kurian on Saturday called on all stakeholders in the fisheries sector to register under the National Fisheries Development Programme (NFDP) to avail insurance coverage and various welfare benefits.