Category: News

New Delhi, May 22 (BNP): What started as a satirical online campaign fuelled by memes, sarcasm and political commentary has rapidly transformed into one of India’s biggest digital sensations. The “Cockroach Janata Party” (CJP), a meme-driven social media movement born out of public outrage and internet humour, has crossed 15…

Kolkata, May 22 (BNP): A political controversy has erupted in West Bengal after the state government made the singing of Vande Mataram compulsory in all recognised madrasas across the state. The directive, issued by the Directorate of Madrasa Education, mandates that the national song be sung during morning assembly prayers…

Groundbreaking responsible AI tool to launch as paid add-on for Spotify Premium users  Santa Monica and Stockholm, May 21, 2026 – Spotify and Universal Music Group (UMG) today announced landmark recorded music and music publishing licensing agreements enabling Spotify to launch a new tool allowing fans to create covers and remixes…

Mumbai, May 21 (BNP): India is set to enter a new phase of climate-linked financial innovation with the National Commodity & Derivatives Exchange Ltd (NCDEX) preparing to launch RAINMUMBAI, the country’s first exchange-traded weather derivatives contract, on June 1, 2026. The pioneering product is designed to help businesses, investors and…

Rome, May 21 (BNP): A light-hearted diplomatic gesture between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni turned into a viral internet sensation during Modi’s visit to Rome, after the Indian leader gifted a packet of the popular Indian ‘Melody’ toffee to his Italian counterpart, reviving the…

Tamil Nadu,May 21 (BNP): In a major political development, C. Joseph Vijay on Thursday expanded the Tamil Nadu Cabinet with 23 ministers taking oath, marking a significant restructuring of the newly formed government and the entry of the Congress into the ruling administration after nearly six decades. The swearing-in ceremony,…

May 21 (BNP): In a significant political and legislative setback for U.S. President Donald Trump, the U.S. Senate has advanced a bipartisan War Powers Resolution aimed at limiting presidential authority to engage in military action against Iran without formal approval from Congress. The procedural measure passed by a narrow 50-47…

May 21 (BNP): Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Wednesday flagged off a fleet of 40 new Bolero ambulances and utility vehicles for the Directorate of Medical and Rural Health Services at the Secretariat in Chennai, marking a significant step toward strengthening public healthcare delivery in the state.…

Odisha, May 20 (BNP): Odisha is witnessing a steady rise in the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), reflecting growing consumer interest in cleaner and more sustainable mobility options. However, the increasing shift towards electric transportation is also exposing critical gaps in the State’s charging infrastructure network, raising concerns over accessibility,…

Bhubaneswar, May 20 (BNP): In an innovative step to protect urban bird populations from extreme summer temperatures, the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation has launched a pilot initiative by installing more than 150 artificial bird nests across trees in Old Bhubaneswar, particularly around the historic Lingaraj Temple area. Representational image Designed to…