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Prasar Bharti invites tenders for supply of equipments
MUMBAI: Prasar Bharati has invited reputed firms, public sector undertakings, Indian agents and representatives authorised by foreign principals dealing with equipments to file in their tenders for a supply of equipment.
The advertisement published on behalf of the president of India appeared in a leading daily, today.
In order to obtain detailed specifications, quality, scope of work and terms and conditions, the interested parties are requested to contact assistant engineer, either personally or via post.
To request for the tender documents, the companies are asked to contact the facilitation counter. The postal address is: Assistant Directorate (purchase), Room No 401, Doordarshan Directorate, Doordarshan Bhawan, Copernicus Marg, New Delhi-110. The advertisement informs that the tender request are to be accompanied by a demand draft – a non-refundable tender fee.
The last date for accepting the tender is a day before the date of opening of the technical bids. The participating tenderer will be required to deposit earnest money deposits (EMD) while submitting the completed tenders forms. Two copies of the tender are to be submitted in separate sealed covers, says the advertisement. The offer is to be submitted on two bid system comprising technical bid and commercial bid sealed in separate covers.
Small scale manufatureres registered with the DDS&D/NCI under single point registration scheme for item required in the NIT will be exempted from payment in respect of cost of tender document/EMD/security deposit as per government instructions subject to submission of documentary evidence of valid registration, says the advertisement. Indian agents quoting on behalf of foreign manufatureres/ principals must be registered with DGS&D, New Delhi for the item being offered , prior to the date of the opening of technical bid.
Information about the tender notices, future extension of closing date if any shall be available at the facilitation counter or on Doordarshan website- www.ddindia.com, adds the advertisement.
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CNN-News18 to host Fury in the Gulf conclave on West Asia crisis
Three-hour summit to unpack geopolitical fallout and impact on India
MUMBAI: CNN-News18 is set to host a special three-hour broadcast, Fury in the Gulf – War Conclave, on April 7, aiming to decode the escalating West Asia crisis and its far-reaching implications for India.
Scheduled from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, the conclave comes at a time when tensions between Iran and the United States are reshaping global geopolitics and triggering economic uncertainty. With India’s deep energy ties, trade links and large diaspora in the Gulf, the developments carry significant domestic relevance.
Built around the theme ‘Conflict, Consequences, and The Future,’ the programme will feature six curated sessions combining one-on-one interviews and panel discussions. The focus is to cut through the clutter and offer viewers a clearer understanding of the fast-evolving situation.
Key sessions include ‘Diplomacy in Times of War’ featuring Shashi Tharoor, and ‘World After the Iran Conflict’ with voices such as Ram Madhav, Reuven Azar, representatives from the European Union and the Iranian Deputy Envoy. Another session titled ‘Another Dunkirk?’ will bring together K. J. S. Dhillon and Jitin Prasada among others.
CNN-News18 editorial affairs director Rahul Shivshankar said, “In times of war, clarity becomes the most powerful tool. Fury in the Gulf – War Conclave brings together credible voices to address the questions and confusion that arise amid an overwhelming influx of information.”
He added that the initiative is aimed at delivering “facts, perspective, and insight” at a time when misinformation can easily cloud public understanding.
Echoing the sentiment, CNN-News18 CEO– English and business news Smriti Mehra said the conflict marks a defining global moment, with consequences that extend well beyond the region. She noted that the conclave seeks to present the crisis with “depth, nuance and responsibility” so audiences can better grasp its real-world impact.
As geopolitical tensions continue to dominate headlines, the conclave positions itself as an attempt to bring order to the noise, offering viewers a structured, insight-led look at a complex and rapidly shifting global situation.
