New Delhi, Apr 16 (BNP): India’s unemployment rate for individuals aged 15 years and above rose to 5.1% in March 2026, up from 4.9% in the previous month, according to the latest Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) Monthly Bulletin released by the statistics ministry. The increase was largely driven by…
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India Steps Up Biogas Blending in CGD Networks Amid Global LNG Supply Pressure
Apr 16 (BNP): India is accelerating the integration of compressed biogas (CBG) into city gas distribution (CGD) networks as global Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) supplies tighten amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia. The move reflects a broader push to strengthen domestic energy security and reduce dependence on imported natural…
Continue ReadingOdisha Mandates Odia Language in All Educational Institutions
Bhubaneswar, Apr 16 (BNP): Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has announced that the Odia language will be made compulsory in all schools across the state, reinforcing efforts to strengthen linguistic heritage and cultural identity. The announcement was made during the concluding ceremony of the ‘Odia Paksha’ celebrations, highlighting the…
Continue ReadingIndia, US Advance Trade Talks as Envoy Meets US Officials in Washington
Washington, Apr 16 (BNP): India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, held meetings with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and former US National Security Adviser Robert O’Brien, as both countries continue discussions on a proposed bilateral trade agreement. The meetings come at a time when India and the…
Continue ReadingJW Marriott Bengaluru Prestige Golfshire Resort & Spa Appoints Bindiya Yadav as Director of Rooms
Bengaluru, April 16: JW Marriott Bengaluru Prestige Golfshire Resort & Spa is pleased to announce the appointment of Bindiya Yadav as the Director of Rooms. With over 23 years of experience in luxury hospitality, Bindiya brings strong expertise in housekeeping management, guest experience, and operational excellence. In her new role,…
Continue ReadingWEF Highlights Middle Income Economies as Growth Engine
Apr 16 (BNP): Middle-income economies are poised to become the primary drivers of global economic growth in the coming years, even as the world economy continues to face a range of new and evolving challenges, according to the World Economic Forum (WEF). The outlook highlights that these economies are gaining…
Continue ReadingCuppa Enters Next Phase of Growth with Strategic Backing and Leadership Re-alignment
Bengaluru, Apr 16: Cuppa, one of India’s most recognised café brands with strong legacy recall, announced the appointment of Sharath Ravikumar as Chief Executive Officer, marking a strategic leadership transition as the company enters its next phase of growth, expansion, and franchise-led scale. The appointment comes at a pivotal moment…
Continue ReadingOdisha’s Manisha Padhi Becomes First Woman ADC to Governor, Makes History in Armed Forces
Bhubaneswar, Apr 16 (BNP): Squadron Leader Manisha Padhi from Odisha’s Ganjam district has made history by becoming the first woman officer in India to be appointed as Aide-de-Camp (ADC) to a state Governor, marking a significant milestone for gender representation in the Armed Forces. Pic Credit: https://x.com/Defence_Squad_ Her appointment as…
Continue ReadingRupee Rises 6 Paise to 93.27 as Crude Oil Eases, Dollar Weakens
Mumbai, April 16 (BNP): The Indian rupee strengthened in early trade on Thursday, appreciating by 6 paise to 93.27 against the US dollar, supported by easing crude oil prices and a softer American currency. The domestic currency opened at 93.29 per dollar at the interbank foreign exchange market and later…
Continue ReadingChief Secretary Anu Garg Chairs Review Meeting on Odisha Governance Priorities
Bhubaneswar, Apr 16 (BNP): A high-level secretaries’ review meeting was held on Wednesday at Kharavel Bhavan, chaired by Chief Secretary Anu Garg, to assess departmental performance for March, review ongoing governance initiatives, and strengthen digital monitoring systems through the ‘Uplabdhi Portal’. Pic Credit: https://x.com/_anugarg The meeting was attended by Development…
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