New Delhi, Apr 16 (BNP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral discussions with Austrian Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker at Hyderabad House on Thursday, as part of the Austrian leader’s four-day official visit to India. The two leaders reviewed the overall state of India-Austria relations and discussed ways to further deepen…
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Silver Prices Gain on MCX as Fresh Buying Emerges
New Delhi, Apr 16 (BNP): Silver prices gained in futures trade on Thursday, rising 0.82% to ₹2,53,800 per kilogram, supported by fresh buying interest and global market uncertainty. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), silver contracts for May delivery advanced by ₹2,058 per kg, with a total trading volume of…
Continue ReadingUnemployment Edges Up to 5.1 pc in March, Urban Areas Drive Rise
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…
Continue ReadingIndia 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 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 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 ReadingAdani Wind Unveils 5 MW Turbine Prototype in Mundra, Strengthening India’s Clean Energy Ambitions
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…
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