New Delhi, Apr 14 ( BNP):India delivered a standout performance at the Asian Lawn Bowls Championships, securing a remarkable double gold in the men’s pairs and men’s fours events. At the heart of this success was Navneet, whose steady composure and precise execution played a decisive role in India’s dominance…
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IMD Forecast Indicates Likelihood of Below-Normal Southwest Monsoon in 2026; El Niño Emergence Raises Concern
New Delhi / Kolkata, April 14 (BNP): The India Meteorological Department (IMD), in its first long-range forecast issued on April 13, 2026, has indicated that India’s primary rainfall season—the South West Monsoon (SWM)—is likely to be below normal or deficient in 2026. According to IMD, the seasonal rainfall over the…
Continue ReadingPatna’s Landmark Ekta Bhawan Pulled Down for Urban Project
Patna, Apr 14 ( BNP): One of the city’s most distinctive modern-era structures, Ekta Bhawan, has been demolished, bringing an end to a landmark that stood for nearly four decades. Known for its unusual and eye-catching design, the building had become a familiar sight near the banks of the Ganga,…
Continue ReadingKharif Season Under Pressure Amid Climate and Oil Risks
New Delhi, Apr 14 (BNP): India’s upcoming kharif cropping season is facing a period of uncertainty, with experts pointing to a combination of climate risks and global geopolitical pressures. A potential El Niño event could disrupt the monsoon, raising concerns about below-normal rainfall during a critical sowing period. Since kharif…
Continue ReadingSanju Samson Recognised for Match Winning Role in T20 World Cup Campaign
Dubai, Apr 14 ( BNP): India’s Sanju Samson has been named the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for March, in recognition of his impactful performances during the T20 World Cup campaign. The India batter played a crucial role in the latter stages of the tournament, delivering strong performances in…
Continue ReadingPM Modi Launches Key Delhi Dehradun Economic Corridor in Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand, Apr 14 (BNP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated the Delhi–Dehradun Economic Corridor, a major infrastructure project developed at an estimated cost of around ₹12,000 crore. The corridor is aimed at transforming regional connectivity by significantly reducing travel time between Delhi and Dehradun while improving road safety and…
Continue Reading‘Nari Shakti Vandan Act’ Amendments to Be Taken Up in Special Session
New Delhi, Apr 13 (BNP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that Parliament is poised to create “new history” as it prepares to amend the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam for its implementation from the 2029 Lok Sabha elections. Addressing the ‘Nari Shakti Vandan Sammelan’ in New Delhi ahead of…
Continue ReadingIranian Crude Returns to India After 7 Years; Tanker Docks at Paradip
Paradip/New Delhi, Apr 14 (BNP): In a significant development for India’s energy sector, Iranian crude oil has resumed flows to the country after a gap of nearly seven years, amid temporary easing of US sanctions and tightening global supply conditions. A very large crude carrier (VLCC), MT JAYA, carrying around…
Continue ReadingInflation Edges Up to 3.4%, Middle East Conflict and Weak Monsoon Pose Risks
New Delhi, Apr 14 (BNP): India’s retail inflation rose modestly to 3.4 per cent in March, marking its highest level since January, according to official data released on Monday. Despite the increase, inflation remains below the 4 per cent target set by the Reserve Bank of India, indicating that price…
Continue ReadingIncome Tax Collection in Odisha Hits INR 18,500 Crore; Filers Drop to 15 Lakh
Bhubaneswar, Apr 14 (BNP): Odisha recorded a net income tax collection of around ₹18,500 crore in the financial year 2025–26, according to official data shared by the Income Tax Department. Pic Credit: Pexel The number of income tax return filers in the state declined to nearly 15 lakh in FY25–26,…
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