Apr 17 (BNP): Indian equity markets closed on a strong note on Friday, with benchmark indices posting solid gains, supported by buying across key sectors. The BSE Sensex surged 504 points, while the NSE Nifty advanced 156 points, reflecting positive investor sentiment through the trading session. Gains were led by…
Continue ReadingGlobal Tech Industry Continues Workforce Restructuring in 2026 as AI Transformation Accelerates
Apr 17 (BNP): The global technology industry is undergoing a continued phase of workforce restructuring in 2026, with more than 95,000 employees impacted across 241 companies as of mid-April. This trend follows a significant wave of layoffs in 2025, during which over 245,000 workers were affected across the sector. The ongoing…
Continue ReadingOdisha Reshuffles Senior Health Officials to Strengthen Public Health System
Bhubaneswar, Apr 17 (BNP): The Odisha government has announced a fresh round of transfers and appointments of senior officials in the Health and Family Welfare Department, aimed at improving administrative efficiency and strengthening the public health system. As part of the reshuffle, Director of Public Health Dr. Nilakantha Mishra has…
Continue ReadingVeerappan’s Wife, Daughter Contest Tamil Nadu Polls from Different Parties
Chennai, April 17 (BNP): In a notable political development, the wife and daughter of slain forest brigand Veerappan have entered the electoral fray in Tamil Nadu, contesting from different constituencies on tickets of separate regional parties. Muthulakshmi Veerappan is contesting as a candidate of the Thamizhaga Vazhvurimai Katchi (TVK) from…
Continue ReadingJioGold Announces Akshaya Tritiya Campaign with 1 percent Extra Gold, 2x JioPoints, and Mega Draw
Mumbai, April 17: JioGold has rolled out a limited-period campaign on the JioFinance App ahead of the auspicious festival of Akshaya Tritiya, combining festive sentiment with attractive digital investment incentives. Running from April 19 to April 21, the campaign offers customers 1% additional digital gold on purchases of ₹2,000 or more.…
Continue ReadingMobilla Signs Shivam Dube for Brand Endorsement
Apr 17 (BNP): Mobilla, a mobile accessories and power solutions brand in India, has announced Indian cricketer Shivam Dube as its new brand ambassador. The company said the association comes at a significant moment following India’s recent cricket success and reflects shared values of performance, resilience, and ambition. Founded in…
Continue ReadingIndia to Continue Russian Oil and LPG Imports After US Waiver Ends
Apr 17 (BNP): India will continue importing Russian crude oil and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) even after the expiry of the 30-day US sanctions waiver on April 11, 2026, officials said, according to a report. Officials noted that India’s energy procurement decisions are based on national interest and supply security.…
Continue ReadingIndia’s Construction Market to Double by 2034
Apr 17 (BNP): India’s construction sector, valued at around $685 billion in 2025, is projected to grow to $1.2 trillion by 2034, expanding at a CAGR of 6.9 per cent, driven by sustained infrastructure investment and urban development, according to a report released on Friday. The report by Savills India…
Continue ReadingIndia Plans 100 GW Nuclear Power Capacity by 2047: CEA Chairperson
Apr 17 (BNP): India is planning a major expansion of its nuclear energy capacity, targeting an increase from the current 8.8 GW to 100 GW by 2047, according to the Chairperson of the Central Electricity Authority (CEA). The roadmap is part of the country’s long-term strategy to strengthen clean energy…
Continue ReadingPHDCCI Hosts Bharat Spices Conclave 2026, Charts Roadmap to Double India’s Spice Economy
New Delhi, Apr 17 (BNP): PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI), in association with CATCH, successfully organised the “Bharat Spices Conclave 2026 – Roadmap for Doubling India’s Spice Economy” at PHD House, New Delhi on 17th April, 2026. The conclave brought together key stakeholders from government and industry to engage…
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