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  The Government of India has appointed Shri V. Packirisamy as Director (Commercial) at Power Finance Corporation Limited (PFC), effective 2nd June 2026 . Prior to this, he was serving as Executive Director – Entity Appraisal & IT at PFC.   Shri Packirisamy brings over three decades of extensive experience in the power sector and infrastructure finance. He holds a B.E. (Mechanical) and an M.Tech (Management and Systems) from IIT Delhi. He began his professional career in 1989 and joined PFC in 1997. Over the years, he has played a pivotal role in expanding the organisation’s operations and strengthening its appraisal and risk management frameworks, significantly contributing to the growth of PFC’s loan portfolio.   He has been instrumental in several key institutional initiatives, including the development of methodologies for categorising state generation and transmission utilities, formulation of the Integrated Rating Framework for Power Distribution Companies appr...

  Description of the Scheme :- Dhai Akhar is a National Level Letter Writing Competition on a theme/ subject decided by Department of Posts for the citizens of India  to re-introduce the younger generations to post and philately while encouraging creativity, originality, and self-expression. It is also a platform for individuals to display their writing skills and talent.  Periodicity:   08.09.2025 to 31.01.2026. Topic: “Letter to My Role Model” Language: The letter can be written in English, Hindi or any Vernacular language. Categories:   The competition will be in the following 4 categories:  (i) Up to 18 years:   (a) Inland Letter Card Category         (b) Envelope Category  (ii) Above 18 years: (a) Inland Letter Card Category           (b) Envelope Category Entries of 3 winners of each category (12 in all) chosen at Circle level will be sent to the Directorate f...

  ~New Horlicks Milkshake offers 40% less total sugars* and 10 key nutrients^, bringing trusted nutrition into an on-the-go format~   Hindustan Unilever Limited announced the launch of the new Horlicks Milkshake, marking the brand’s expansion into the fast-growing Ready-to-Drink (RTD) nutrition segment. Created for Gen Z consumers navigating fast-paced lifestyles and increasingly mindful choices, the new Horlicks Milkshake brings together the familiar taste of Horlicks with the convenience of a chilled, ready-to-drink milkshake format. Available in three indulgent flavors- Horlicks Classic Malt, Horlicks Chocolate, and Horlicks Kesar Badam, the new milkshake is formulated with 40% less total sugars* and enriched with 10 key nutrients^ including Zinc, Vitamins & more. Priced at Rs. 20, the product is designed to offer Gen Z consumers a pocket-friendly beverage option that delivers both great taste and more mindful nutrition credentials. As Gen Z consumers become increasing...