institute for supply management

NTPC Limited has announced 45 vacancies under two recruitment drives for Assistant Officer in Environment Management and Engineer positions in Contracts and Materials. The vacancies include posts across multiple categories with reservation benefits as per government norms. Candidates with engineering qualifications and relevant experience can apply for the positions. The recruitment process may include written examinations, screening and interviews. Selected candidates will receive salaries under E0 and E2 pay scales along with other company benefits.

Eye on boosting revenue, conservation; Incentive for plumbers who report illegal connections

Sector 51 RWA general secretary submitted an application to stop commercial activities like hotels and guest houses

Uttar Pradesh has launched an AI-driven High Spatial Resolution Rainfall Forecast (HSRRF) system, offering up to 10-day, one-km accuracy rainfall predictions. Developed by IMD, IITM, and NCMRWF, it integrates extensive observational data. This system aims to significantly improve planning for agriculture and disaster management across the state.

Indian Hotels saw strong Q4FY26 results with revenue up 14% and profit by 15%, driven by robust hotel operations. UPL's Q4FY26 revenue grew 18%, but earnings were impacted by provisions. Oberoi Realty's Mumbai market shows promise, while PVR reported a 24% revenue jump. Nuvama's wealth and asset servicing segments are performing well.

One of the key triggers behind the market decline was renewed uncertainty surrounding the US-Iran conflict. US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire with Iran was “on life support” after Tehran rejected Washington’s latest proposal aimed at ending the conflict. Trump described Iran’s demands as “garbage.”

The emergence of C Joseph Vijay as Tamil Nadu CM with Congress support sparks debate in Karnataka over river water disputes and the Mekedatu project. While smoother communication is anticipated, emotionally sensitive interstate issues like the Cauvery water sharing are unlikely to disappear, especially with climate uncertainty impacting rainfall and reservoir levels.

DMK candidate M. Abdul Wahab secured victory in the Palayamkottai Assembly election by a margin of 13,805 votes. The urban constituency in Tirunelveli district faces challenges including water supply, traffic, and job creation, alongside its strengths in education and healthcare.

Global financial markets are seeking quantitative finance professionals skilled in mathematics, markets, and computation. India's growing financial sector, particularly its derivatives market, faces a talent gap. IIM Ahmedabad's APQFRM offers a structured pathway to develop these in-demand skills, bridging the divide between theory and practical application.

Anthropic and the Gates Foundation are committing $200 million over four years to advance AI for public good, focusing on global health, life sciences, education, and economic mobility. This partnership aims to accelerate vaccine development, improve health data utilization, and enhance educational tools for K-12 students and adult learners worldwide.