Apr 13 (BNP): Odisha has reiterated its commitment to women empowerment, highlighting the importance of “Women-led Development” as a central pillar of inclusive growth. Officials said the vision shared by the Prime Minister during a recent address has brought renewed focus on strengthening and empowering women, helping them become more…
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Women’s T20 World Cup Sees Historic Prize Money Boost
Dubai, Apr 13 (BNP): The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a record prize fund of ₹82 crore for the upcoming Women’s T20 World Cup, set to be hosted in England and Wales later this year. The total prize pool marks a 10% increase compared to the previous edition, reflecting…
Continue ReadingWomen Account for 60 pc of Loans Under Mudra Scheme
Apr 13 (BNP): The Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY), the government’s flagship scheme for micro and small enterprises, continues to show strong participation from women borrowers, who now hold around 60% of total loan accounts under the programme. The scheme, aimed at providing collateral-free credit to small entrepreneurs, has played a…
Continue Reading61 percent of India faces significant earthquake risk: Indian engineers can build a safer, earthquake-resilient future
India’s latest seismic zonation map shows that around 61% of the country’s land area lies in moderate to high earthquake hazard zones, exposing a large share of the population to serious seismic risk. In the past three decades alone, major earthquakes such as the 1993 Latur and 2001 Bhuj events…
Continue ReadingRukam Capital X YouGov’s research report – Gen Alpha Decoded: The Consumer-Brand Dynamic report
Autonomous, atypical and aware: Rukam Capital spotlights Gen Alpha consumer trends in its ‘Gen Alpha Decoded: The Consumer-Brand Dynamic’ report April 2026: Gen Alpha a digitally immersed generation accounts for over a quarter of the Indian population. With 73% of this generation already having access to personal smartphones and 60% accessing…
Continue ReadingUnchecked AI Use May Deepen Risks in Financial Sector: RBI Deputy Governor
Mumbai, Apr 13 (BNP): Reserve Bank of India Deputy Governor Swaminathan J has cautioned that adopting artificial intelligence without proper safeguards could amplify existing vulnerabilities and introduce new risks in the financial sector. Speaking at a memorial lecture at SASTRA University in Thanjavur, he noted that AI is rapidly transforming…
Continue ReadingIndia Eyes Formula 1 Return at Buddh Circuit in 2027
New Delhi, Apr 13 (BNP): Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Monday said efforts are underway to bring Formula 1 back to India, with plans being explored for a race in 2027. Speaking informally to the media, he said at least three companies have shown interest in operating the Buddh International…
Continue ReadingIndia in Race to Host World Mind Games, Says IMSA
New Delhi, Apr 13 (BNP): The International Mind Sports Association (IMSA) has invited bids from India and other countries to host the next edition of the World Mind Games, which is expected to be held later this year or in early 2027. The announcement comes amid the growing global popularity…
Continue ReadingPM Modi Calls Women’s Reservation Bill a Historic 21st Century Decision
New Delhi, Apr 13 (BNP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday described the Women’s Reservation Bill as one of the most important decisions of the 21st century, highlighting its potential to transform women’s participation in governance. Speaking at a national-level event, the Prime Minister said the legislation marks a historic…
Continue ReadingPM Modi Extends Wishes to Hungary’s New Leader Péter Magyar
New Delhi, Apr 13 (BNP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated Péter Magyar on his victory in Hungary’s parliamentary elections and expressed confidence in strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two countries. In his message, the Prime Minister said he looked forward to working closely with the new leadership to…
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