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state-owned
Finance State-Owned Fertiliser Firm RCF Plans to Raise ₹1,500 Crore via Follow-On Public Offer
State-owned fertiliser manufacturer Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers Ltd (RCF) plans to raise up to ₹1,500 crore via a follow-on public offer (FPO) of equity shares. The board approved the fresh issue, subject to approval from shareholders, the Department of Fertilisers, and DIPAM. RCF operates two units in Maharashtra and produces a wide range of fertilisers and industrial chemicals.
Why ONGC Is Eyeing Two Oilfields in Venezuela; Seeks US Approval for PDVSA Acquisition
ONGC is in discussions with Venezuela's PDVSA to acquire stakes in two oilfields, subject to US sanctions approval. The Indian state-owned company seeks operational control to boost production and recover $500 million in dividends.
Technology Russia's State VPN: A Solution or a Surveillance Tool?
Russia's media regulator, Roskomnadzor, proposes a state-owned VPN to counteract its own internet restrictions, sparking concerns over potential state surveillance. The move aims to restore access to essential developer platforms but is met with skepticism from the IT community.