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Railways targets 11 trains with 40+ hour journeys: Passengers may soon see a big change in how coaches are cleaned en route

The Railway Board has selected 11 long-distance trains with journeys exceeding 40 hours for enhanced cleanliness and service monitoring. The move will focus on housekeeping, bio-toilets, waste management, en-route cleaning, petty repairs and passenger complaints. Zonal railway officials have been asked to conduct weekly reviews and ensure cleanliness and serviceability…

The Economic Times · Oct 8

Vedanta dividend countdown: Anil Agarwal-led company to consider first FY27 payout on October 8

Vedanta will consider its first interim dividend for FY27 at a board meeting on October 8, 2026. The company has set October 14 as the record date. The dividend proposal follows strong Q2 production, including record Zinc India refined metal output.

The Economic Times · Oct 5

School Board Member's Objection to No-Indigenous-School-Team-Logos Claim Can Proceed

as a First Amendment claim, though only as to his own right to wear "Wantagh Warriors"-related gear at games and school functions.

Reason · Oct 5

Indian-American Ajay Bhutoria appointed to California regulatory board

Ajay Bhutoria has been appointed as a public member of California's regulatory board for engineers and geologists. Governor Gavin Newsom announced the appointment, which does not require Senate confirmation. Previously, Bhutoria served as a Commissioner on President Joe Biden's Advisory Commission on Asian Americans. Bhutoria holds a Bachelor of Technology…

The Economic Times · Oct 1

Fed Official Sent Nude Photos From Work Phone, Was Blackmailed, Then Jailed Over Lies About China Ties

Former Federal Reserve adviser John Rogers was jailed for 38 months for lying about China ties after reporting nude-photo blackmail; he was acquitted of espionage.

International Business Times UK · Oct 1

'Control Resonant's' The Board Voice Is Its Strangest and Most Memorable Sound

Discover why The Board's haunting voice stands out in "Control Resonant," from its deep sound design to its role in Dylan Faden's strange journey.

Player One · Oct 1

Trump renews calls for former Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell's resignation

The Federal Reserve's watchdog on Wednesday found no grounds for a criminal referral over a roughly $1 billion cost overrun on renovations to the central bank's Washington buildings, while faulting project oversight. The findings prompted President Donald Trump to renew his call for former Fed chief Jerome Powell to resign.

France 24 · Sep 30

Coforge shares rise 2% after firm appoints Akhil Kumar Gupta as chairman post OP Bhatt’s abrupt resignation

Coforge appoints former Bharti Enterprises vice-chairman Akhil Kumar Gupta as chairperson and independent director for five years, following boardroom turmoil triggered by O P Bhatt’s resignation. The IT services firm retains its FY27 guidance and long-term growth targets.

The Economic Times · Sep 29

Coforge appoints former Bharti Enterprises executive Akhil Gupta as chairman after board upheaval

Coforge has appointed Akhil Kumar Gupta as its new chairperson and non-executive independent director. This decision comes after the resignation of former chairman O P Bhatt amid controversies surrounding board evaluations. The internal audit revealed discrepancies that affected Coforge's market value significantly. Additionally, the nomination and remuneration committee chairperson D…

The Economic Times · Sep 29

Fortis defends itself after Supreme Court allows forensic audit, says it was "complete stranger" to Daiichi-Singh Brothers dispute

In a disclosure to the stock exchanges, Fortis said the Supreme Court, in its September 25 order, disposed of the company's Special Leave Petition challenging the Delhi High Court's August 31 order directing a forensic audit of the company in the matter of Daiichi Sankyo Company Limited vs. Malvinder Mohan…

The Economic Times · Sep 27