By Kaustubh Kulkarni, Director of Sales at Courtyard by Marriott Pune Chakan Kaustubh Kulkarni joins Courtyard by Marriott Pune Chakan as the Director of Sales, bringing with him a wealth of experience in the hospitality sector, particularly in corporate sales and revenue-focused strategies across reputed hotel brands. Recognized for his…
Continue ReadingRupee Falls to 94.77 as US-Iran Peace Talks Trigger Volatility
Mumbai, May 7 (BNP): The Indian rupee weakened in early trade on Thursday, falling by 28 paise to 94.77 against the US dollar as investor sentiment turned cautious following reports of a potential diplomatic breakthrough between the United States and Iran. The currency came under pressure after markets reacted to…
Continue ReadingiQOO Brings Exclusive Discounts and Offers to Amazon Great Summer Sale 2026
New Delhi, May 7: iQOO, the high-performance smartphone brand, has announced exciting offers for the Amazon Great Summer Sale 2026 starting 8th May 2026, midnight. Consumers can avail exciting offers on some of iQOO’s most popular models, including the iQOO Z11x, iQOO 15R, iQOO 15 & iQOO Neo 10 bringing…
Continue ReadingOdisha Positioned to Drive India’s Next Industrial Growth from the East Coast: CM Mohan Majhi
Bhubaneswar, May 7 (BNP): Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has called for a more balanced model of industrial development in India, stating that the country’s next major growth phase should be powered by the eastern coastline, with Odisha emerging as a central hub for investment, trade and manufacturing. Pic Credit:…
Continue ReadingBhubaneswar Accelerates Waste Cleanup with Phase 2 of Bhuasuni Bio-Mining Project
Bhubaneswar, May 7 (BNP): Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation has launched the second phase of its bio-mining project at the Bhuasuni dumping yard, stepping up efforts to tackle decades of accumulated waste and improve the city’s environmental health. Under the new phase, nearly 9 lakh metric tonnes of legacy waste will be…
Continue ReadingIndia’s Exports Surge Over 20 pc in April Despite West Asia Tensions
New Delhi, May 7 (BNP): India’s export sector has started the new financial year on a strong note, recording more than 20 per cent growth in the first three weeks of April despite rising geopolitical tensions and disruptions in global trade routes linked to the West Asia conflict. According to…
Continue ReadingAAAI marks 80 glorious years, celebrates legacy and future of Indian advertising
Mumbai, May 07: The Advertising Agencies Association of India (AAAI) is set to celebrate its 80th anniversary this 19th of May 2026. Commemorating this milestone, AAAI is set to bring together key leaders from across the industry, reaffirming its commitment to driving excellence, fostering innovation, and strengthening India’s position as a…
Continue ReadingDanube Home Goes Phygital With New 35,000 Sq. Ft. Showroom at Festival Plaza, Jebel Ali
Dubai, UAE, May 7: Danube Home, one of the region’s leading home improvement and furnishing retail brands, has officially opened its new 35,000 sq. ft. phygital showroom at Festival Plaza, Jebel Ali, bringing together physical retail, digital innovation, AI-powered assistance, and personalized design services under one roof. The showroom was…
Continue ReadingRetail Inflation Seen Near 4pc in April as Food Costs and Global Pressures Intensify
New Delhi, May 7 (BNP): India’s retail inflation is expected to inch closer to the 4 per cent mark in April 2026 amid mounting pressure from rising food prices and uncertain global commodity trends, according to a report by Bank of Baroda. The report highlighted that price pressures across essential…
Continue ReadingIndian Markets Rise on US-Iran Peace Hopes; Sensex Gains 380 Points in Early Trade
Mumbai, May 7 (BNP): Indian benchmark indices traded in positive territory on Thursday morning as investor sentiment improved amid expectations of a possible diplomatic breakthrough between the United States and Iran. The BSE Sensex rose nearly 380 points, or 0.48 per cent, touching an intraday high of 78,339.24. The NSE…
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