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…
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‘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,…
Continue ReadingIndia Cracks Down on Overloaded Vehicles with Higher Fines, Digital Monitoring
Apr 14 (BNP): India has introduced stricter enforcement rules for overloaded vehicles, combining heavier penalties, mandatory unloading of excess cargo, and advanced digital monitoring to improve road safety and protect highway infrastructure. Under the revised framework, vehicles found carrying excess load will face a fine of ₹20,000, along with an…
Continue ReadingAustralia Appoints First Female Army Chief, Marking Historic Military Milestone
Canberra, Apr 14 (BNP): Australia has appointed Lieutenant General Susan Coyle as the new Chief of Army, marking the first time a woman has been selected to lead any of the country’s military services. Coyle, who currently serves as Chief of Joint Capabilities, will take over the top Army role…
Continue ReadingRCB Eye Crucial Win Against LSG to Strengthen IPL Playoff Push
BENGALURU, Apr 14 (BNP): Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will aim to extend their strong run of form when they take on Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in an Indian Premier League clash in Bengaluru on Wednesday. RCB’s batting unit has been in impressive touch this season, and the team will once…
Continue ReadingTensions Escalate: Iran Threatens Gulf Ports Before US Maritime Crackdown
Tehran/Washington/New Delhi, Apr 14 (BNP): Tensions in the Middle East have escalated sharply as Iran warned that no port in the Persian Gulf or the Sea of Oman would remain safe if its own maritime infrastructure is targeted, hours before a proposed blockade by the United States comes into effect.…
Continue ReadingNationwide Greetings Pour in for Odisha on Maha Bishuba Sankranti
Apr 14 (BNP): On the auspicious occasion of Maha Bishuba Sankranti, which marks the Odia New Year, warm greetings and wishes were extended by the country’s top leaders to the people of Odisha. President Droupadi Murmu conveyed her heartfelt greetings to citizens across India and abroad, noting the cultural significance of…
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