Category: business

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…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

Gujarat, Apr 16 (BNP): India’s clean energy sector received a boost as Adani Wind commissioned a 5 MW wind turbine prototype at Mundra, marking a significant step in domestic renewable energy innovation.  Pic Credit: Pexel The prototype is among the largest wind turbines developed in India and is expected to enhance…

New Delhi, Apr 16 (BNP): India’s gem and jewellery exports saw a slight decline in FY26, as global trade challenges and tariff pressures weighed on demand. However, the industry showed resilience by expanding into new markets and adapting to changing conditions. Pic Credit: Pexel  Exports during the year stood at…

The Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Visual Effects Society (VES) (India Section), marking a significant step toward reshaping India’s AVGC-XR landscape through deeper industry-academia collaboration. Signed in Mumbai, the partnership brings together IICT’s focus on education, research, and innovation in…