New Delhi, May 7 (BNP): School enrollment in government institutions has declined to 49.24% in the 2024–25 academic year, while the private education sector continues to expand rapidly, according to concerns highlighted by NITI Aayog. The findings point to a steady shift in student preference toward private schools, reflecting changing perceptions…
Continue ReadingAI and Data Modernisation Fuel India’s Tech Spending Boom, Transform Enterprise Digital Growth
New Delhi, May 7 (BNP): India’s technology spending is witnessing a strong upswing, driven primarily by rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and large-scale data modernisation across industries, according to a recent industry report. The report notes that enterprises are increasingly prioritising investments in AI-powered tools, cloud infrastructure, and advanced…
Continue ReadingData Centres and Green Hydrogen to Drive Next Phase of Solar Demand Growth from FY29, ValueQuest
New Delhi, May 7 (BNP): India’s solar energy sector is poised for a strong structural expansion from FY29, supported by rising electricity demand from data centres and the emerging green hydrogen industry, according to an analysis by ValueQuest. The report estimates that these two high-growth sectors could together add around…
Continue ReadingNitish Kumar’s Son Nishant Among BJP-JD(U) Leaders Sworn In During Bihar Cabinet Expansion!
Patna, May 7 (BNP): In a major political development in Bihar, several leaders from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Janata Dal (United) [JD(U)] and other National Democratic Alliance (NDA) allies took oath as ministers during the expansion of the Samrat Choudhary-led cabinet in Patna on Thursday. The swearing-in ceremony, held…
Continue ReadingUrban VPN Launches Urban LinkX & Protocol Control: New In-House WireGuard-Based Protocol with User-Selectable Switching
Urban LinkX delivers up to 5x faster connections in lab tests, with 2x to 4x faster speeds in real-world testing. Protocol Control lets users select their VPN protocol directly from the app. DELAWARE, USA, May 7: Urban VPN, one of the largest free VPN services globally, today launches Urban LinkX…
Continue ReadingDubai homeowners now holding as long as Londoners and New Yorkers
New fäm Properties analysis of more than 1.1 million Dubai Land Department transactions shows clear shift away from short-term investors Dubai, UAE, May 07: Dubai homeowners are now holding their properties for as long as Londoners and New Yorkers, according to a new study of more than 1.1…
Continue ReadingSitharaman, Vietnam Finance Minister Review Global Economy and Geopolitical Challenges
New Delhi, May 7 (BNP): Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman held discussions with Vietnam’s Finance Minister on key issues shaping the global economy, with a focus on emerging geopolitical uncertainties and their impact on growth and trade. The two leaders exchanged views on the evolving international economic environment, including challenges arising…
Continue ReadingNashik Set for INR 33,000 Crore Kumbh-Driven Infrastructure Push to Boost Long-Term Growth: Fadnavis
Nashik, May 7 (BNP): Maharashtra is preparing for a major development push in Nashik with ₹33,000 crore worth of infrastructure and connectivity projects planned around the upcoming Simhastha Kumbh Mela, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said, adding that the city is set to evolve far beyond its religious identity into a…
Continue ReadingOne Year On, Operation Sindoor Stands as India’s ‘Dawn of Justice’ After Pahalgam Terror Attack!
New Delhi, May 7 (BNP): India on Thursday marked the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, the landmark multi-domain military operation launched on May 7, 2025, in response to the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The mission is now widely remembered as a “dawn of justice” for the…
Continue ReadingGoa to Blend Tourism and Innovation with ‘Shackathon’ to Build Coastal Startup Ecosystem
Panaji, May 7 (BNP): Goa is set to host a unique two-day “Shackathon” from May 21, an initiative designed to merge tourism with technology and position the state as a hub for remote work, startups, and coastal innovation. The programme, organised by the Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications, Goa,…
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