B Sairam Takes Charge as Coal India CMD

17 Dec 2025 CW Team

B Sairam has recently assumed charge as Chairman-cum-Managing Director of Coal India Limited (CIL) with effect from 15 December 2025. He succeeds Sanoj Kumar Jha, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Coal, who held interim charge of the post from 1 November 2025 following the superannuation of P M Prasad on 31 October 2025.

Prior to his appointment at the helm of Coal India, Sairam served as Chairman-cum-Managing Director of Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), a key coal-producing subsidiary of CIL. Before leading NCL, he was Director (Technical) at Central Coalfields Limited, another major producing arm of Coal India.

With over three and a half decades of experience in the coal sector, Sairam has worked extensively across mine operations, planning, logistics and regulatory affairs. A mining engineer from the National Institute of Technology, Raipur, he also holds an MBA in Energy Management from the NTPC School of Business.

“Increased coal production and improved quality coal supplies remain our core functional areas in meeting the country’s energy demand,” said B Sairam. “At the same time, aligning with changing business and energy sector dynamics, we are actively foraying into solar power, critical mineral acquisitions and coal gasification, while remaining committed to sustainable mining practices.”

His appointment comes at a time when Coal India is balancing its mandate of ensuring energy security with a gradual diversification into cleaner and emerging energy segments.

Resources

09 Mar 2026

Haworth India Hosts Women’s Leadership Panel Series

Haworth India marked International Women’s Day by hosting a leadership roundtable series titled ‘Give to Gain’, bringing together senior women leaders from architecture and design firms, corporates and project management consultancies. The series has been conducted in Delhi and Mumbai, with upcoming sessions scheduled in Bengaluru and Hyderabad on 27 March 2026. Structured as moderated panel discussions followed by audience interaction, the initiative examined the business impact of women’s leadership and the role of inclusive workplaces in supporting professional growth. Manish Khan..

Max Estates Secures RERA For Max One Project

Max Estates has secured RERA approval (UPRERA No.: UPRERAPRJ9759) for its Max One development around Max Towers in Sector 16B, Noida, bringing renewed progress to a project previously stalled following the insolvency of its earlier developer. Spread across around 10 acres with an estimated development potential of about 2.5 million sq ft, Max One is planned as an integrated mixed-use campus combining serviced residences, premium offices, retail spaces and a private club. The project is expected to generate total sales potential of about Rs 20 billion along with an estimated annuity rental inc..

Hindware Introduces Starc Smart Wall Mount Toilet

Hindware has introduced the Starc Smart Wall-Mount Toilet under its Hindware Italian Collection, designed to combine automation, hygiene and contemporary bathroom aesthetics. The model features automatic flushing, sensor-based seat opening and closing, and remote-controlled functions. It also includes an oscillating water spray and warm air dryer for cleaning, along with a self-cleaning nozzle designed to maintain hygiene. Additional features include adjustable heated seating, customisable water temperature and pressure settings, a foot-touch flush system and an LCD control interface. The wa..