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Atanu Chakraborty Resigns as HDFC Bank Chairman Over Ethical Concerns

March 19, 2026

Governance Spotlight on HDFC Bank After Chairman’s Sudden Exit

Atanu Chakraborty has resigned as the part-time chairman and independent director of HDFC Bank with immediate effect, citing ethical concerns. His sudden departure has brought attention to corporate governance standards within one of India’s largest banking institutions.

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William Dalrymple Wins Mark Lynton History Prize 2026

March 19, 2026

“The Golden Road” Earns Global Recognition for India’s Historical Influence

William Dalrymple has been awarded the Mark Lynton History Prize 2026 for his book The Golden Road: How Ancient India Transformed the World. The award honours exceptional historical writing that combines scholarly rigour with engaging storytelling, recognising Dalrymple’s contribution to global historical discourse.

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India Post Launches 24 Speed Post for Next-Day Delivery

March 19, 2026

24 Speed Post Service: Fast, Reliable D+1 Delivery Explained

The Department of Posts, under the Ministry of Communications, has launched a premium logistics service called “24 Speed Post”. This initiative aims to provide faster and more reliable delivery solutions, addressing the rising demand for time-bound shipments from both businesses and individual users.

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India Tests Indigenous Floating LiDAR Buoy System for Ocean Monitoring

March 18, 2026

NIOT’s Floating LiDAR Innovation Boosts Offshore Wind & Climate Studies

India has achieved a significant technological breakthrough with the successful testing of an indigenously developed Floating LiDAR Buoy System by the National Institute of Ocean Technology. The test, conducted off the coast of Muttom, marks a major advancement in ocean observation and atmospheric data collection for offshore environments.

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289-Million-Year-Old Reptile Skin Fossil Discovered in Oklahoma

March 18, 2026

Oldest Reptile Skin Fossil Sheds Light on Early Land Evolution

Scientists have discovered a 289-million-year-old fossilised reptile skin in Oklahoma, making it the oldest known example of preserved reptilian skin. Unearthed at the Richards Spur cave system, the find significantly extends the known timeline of skin evolution and provides rare insight into early terrestrial life.

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