Apr 22 (BNP): The Odisha Government’s Revenue and Disaster Management Department has issued a fresh advisory to district collectors and municipal commissioners, stressing enhanced safety protocols for enumerators engaged in the first phase of Census 2027—the houselisting and housing census exercise. The field operation, which began on April 16, 2026,…
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Centre Approves New Rail Line to Boost Connectivity in Odisha’s Mining Belt
Apr 22 (BNP): The Central Government has approved a new railway project to strengthen connectivity in Odisha’s mineral-rich Rayagada district. The Cabinet has sanctioned the Gunupur–Therubali new rail line, a 73.62 km route aimed at improving transportation infrastructure in one of the state’s key mining regions. The project, estimated at a…
Continue ReadingFIA President H.E. Mohammed Ben Sulayem hails collaborative effort as Formula One agrees 2026 regulatory refinements
Dubai, UAE, 22nd April 2026: FIA President H.E. Mohammed Ben Sulayem has paid tribute to all parties across the FIA Formula One World Championship for coming together to agree a package of targeted regulatory changes for the 2026 season. A number of refinements to the current regulations were agreed during an online meeting between the FIA, Team Principals, CEOs of Power Unit…
Continue ReadingPM Modi Urges Civil Servants to Embrace ‘Nagrik Devo Bhava’ in Governance
New Delhi, Apr 22 (BNP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called upon India’s civil servants to place the principle of ‘Nagrik Devo Bhava’—the citizen as god—at the core of all governance decisions, emphasizing that public service must remain firmly focused on people-centric delivery and welfare. In letters addressed to over one…
Continue ReadingGovt to Hold Open House on Steel Import Issues on April 27
Apr 22 (BNP): The Government is set to conduct an Open House session on April 27 to address concerns related to steel imports, bringing together key stakeholders from the industry, trade bodies, and policymakers. The meeting is expected to focus on rising import pressures, pricing trends, and the impact of…
Continue ReadingSunrisers Hyderabad Register Third Straight Win with 47-Run Victory Over Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026
Hyderabad, Apr 22(BNP): Sunrisers Hyderabad delivered a commanding all-round performance to defeat Delhi Capitals by 47 runs in Match 31 of the Indian Premier League 2026 season, powered by a sensational century from Abhishek Sharma and a match-winning bowling spell by Eshan Malinga. Batting first at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket…
Continue ReadingKansas City Launches First Child Care Program for First Responders
Tri-Share pilot program receives $6 million to make child care more accessible and affordable. (St. Louis, Mo., April 21, 2026) Child Care Aware of Missouri (CCAMO) has been selected by the City of Kansas City and the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) to launch the city’s first…
Continue ReadingIndian Railways Expands Accessibility Measures for Persons with Disabilities, Reaffirms Travel Provisions
New Delhi, Apr 21 (BNP): Indian Railways has reaffirmed key travel provisions for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs), allowing them to travel in unreserved Divyangjan coaches in Mail and Express trains, provided they carry valid identification such as the Unique Disability ID (UDID) card. The clarification is part of the national…
Continue ReadingRBI Flags Inflation Risk, Keeps Policy Cautious Amid West Asia Conflict
New Delhi, Apr 21 (BNP): The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is adopting a cautious, data-driven approach to interest rates amid global uncertainty triggered by the West Asia conflict, Governor Sanjay Malhotra said. He noted that the region is important for India’s economy, accounting for major shares of crude oil…
Continue ReadingSunrisers Hyderabad Set for Crucial Home Clash Against Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026 Showdown
Hyderabad, April 21(BNP): Sunrisers Hyderabad are set to face Delhi Capitals in the 31st match of the Indian Premier League 2026 season at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium this evening. Scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM IST, with the toss at 7:00 PM, the match will be broadcast on the…
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