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Sivasubramanian Ramann Appointed Chairperson of PFRDA, Brings Decades of Experience in Public Finance and Regulation

New Delhi  June 20- In a significant development for India’s pension regulatory framework, Sivasubramanian Ramann has officially taken charge as the Chairperson of the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) on June 20, 2025. His appointment, made by the Government of India through a notification issued on April 8, 2025, is for a fixed…

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Banita Sandhu supports Deepika Padukone’s 8-hour shift demand, recalls fighting 18-hour work shifts: ‘I am blacklisted’

Bollywood actor Deepika Padukone‘s reported exit from Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit has sparked a debate about an eight-hour shift for actors in the industry. While many actors supported the demand, others linked it to individual perspectives. Banita Sandhu, who has worked on both Hollywood and Bollywood projects, recalled speaking out against 16–18-hour shifts in Bollywood. (Also Read: Banita…

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Tuhin Kanta Pandey brings a light touch to SEBI compared to his predecessor

New Delhi – 20 June – Soon after taking charge as the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) ’s new chairman on March 1, Tuhin Kanta Pandey walked into a room full of Sebi staffers and made an unusual admission to his new colleagues. “You understand the regulations and the ecosystem far better than…

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PM Modi Extends Birthday Wishes to President Droupadi Murmu

New Delhi, June 20: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended warm birthday greetings to President Droupadi Murmu. He praised her inspiring leadership, dedication to the nation, and lifelong service to society. In a post on social media platform X, PM Modi wrote, “Warmest birthday wishes to Rashtrapati Ji. Her life and leadership continue to…

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PM Modi Expresses Gratitude to Croatian PM for Gift of Historic Sanskrit Grammar Book

New Delhi, June 19: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his sincere appreciation to Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković for presenting him with a reprint of the first-ever Sanskrit grammar book written in Latin, originally published in 1790. The book was authored by Croatian scientist and missionary Filip Vezdin (1748–1806), also known as Paulinus of…

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FICCI to Host UAE-Focused B2B Meet in Vijayawada to Boost Global Expansion

Vijayawada, June 19 – In a strategic push to help Indian industries tap into international markets, the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) is set to host a two-day B2B meeting series in Vijayawada. The event, being organized in collaboration with the Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone), Government of Sharjah,…

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India’s ‘Mission Mausam’: Pioneering Weather Tech for a Climate-Ready Future

By Deepti info@impressivetimes.com In a landmark move aimed at reshaping India’s approach to climate change and disaster preparedness, the Union Cabinet on 11th September 2024 approved Mission Mausam, a futuristic weather initiative backed by a massive ₹2,000 crore investment. Designed to be executed over five years, the mission is India’s most ambitious effort yet to…

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BSGSS and IOCL organize community health initiative under CSR program in Ghaziabad

Khoda Colony, Ghaziabad (U.P.): A free health camp was successfully organized on Thursday in Khoda Colony under the “Jan Arogyam Community Health Service Program”, supported by Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. The event was executed by Bisanouli Sarvodaya Gramodhyog Sewa Sansthan (BSGSS), a committed NGO working…

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CISF National Fire training initiative : 380 Fire fighters trained in 150 cities, across 22 States/UTs

New Delhi, 19 June 2025 : The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), India’s only Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) with a dedicated fire wing, has been spearheading a nationwide fire training program. During the CISF Raising Day 2023, the Union Home Minister in his address has tasked the CISF with training firefighters from 100 Indian…

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Chief Minister Rekha Gupta calls on Former British Prime Minister Mr. Tony Blair

New Delhi, June 19, 2025 – Delhi Chief Minister Smt. Rekha Gupta met former British Prime Minister and founder of Tony Blair Institute for Global Change Mr. Tony Blair today at the Delhi Secretariat in a courtesy meeting. The discussion focused on the depth of India-UK relations, emerging global democratic challenges, and opportunities for mutual…

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