Mumbai, Apr 30 (BNP): The National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA) has successfully concluded the 2026 edition of its annual Mudra Dance Festival, placing a strong focus on young performers and the future of Indian classical dance traditions. Held on April 16, 23, and 24 at the Experimental Theatre,…
Continue ReadingFY26: Invest India Facilitates Strong Dollar 6.1 Billion Investment Push
New Delhi, Apr 30 (BNP): Invest India, the national investment promotion and facilitation agency under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), has facilitated the grounding of 60 projects worth over $6.1 billion across 14 states in FY 2025–26, according to an official statement. These investments are…
Continue Reading8th Pay Commission Begins Talks; Employee Side Demands INR 69,000 Minimum Pay, Higher Fitment Factor!
New Delhi, Apr 30 (BNP): The first formal round of discussions between employee representatives and the 8th Pay Commission was held in New Delhi, with government staff unions pressing for a ₹69,000 minimum basic salary, a 3.83x fitment factor, and restoration of the Old Pension Scheme (OPS). The meeting has…
Continue ReadingPolymatech Electronics brings state-of-the-art Semiconductor & PCB Manufacturing to Estonia
Chennai, India Apr 30: A high-level Estonian business delegation, representing Cluster Estonia and led by the Ambassador of Estonia, today visited the manufacturing facility of Polymatech Electronics Limited, India’s first and foremost semiconductor chip manufacturer, at Oragadam, Greater Chennai. The visit marks a defining moment in a partnership that has…
Continue ReadingOdisha Introduces TUW Policy 2026 to Tackle Urban Water Stress
Bhubaneswar, Apr 30 (BNP): The Government of Odisha has notified the TUW Policy 2026, marking a major step toward sustainable water management and the promotion of circular economy practices. The policy focuses on improving the treatment and reuse of used water across urban local bodies (ULBs), with a target of achieving…
Continue ReadingHeavy Rain Havoc in Bengaluru: 8 Dead in 24 Hours, Hospital Wall Collapse Kills 7!
Bengaluru, Apr 30 (BNP): Torrential rain and hailstorm lashed Bengaluru over the past 24 hours, leaving at least eight people dead and causing widespread flooding, severe traffic disruption, and infrastructure damage across the city. The worst tragedy occurred on Wednesday evening when a compound wall of an adjoining building near…
Continue ReadingLadakh Hosts Rare Exposition of Lord Buddha’s Sacred Relics for First Time
Leh, Apr 30 (BNP): The sacred relics of Lord Buddha arrived in Ladakh today for a special public exposition scheduled from May 1 to May 15. The relics were received at the Air Force Airport by Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena, along with senior officials and security personnel. They…
Continue ReadingIndia Rises to World’s No. 2 Solar Market as Clean Energy Push Gains Pace
New Delhi, Apr 30 (BNP): India has become the world’s second-largest solar energy market, marking a major milestone in its transition toward clean and renewable power, experts say. India emerges as world’s 2nd-largest solar market, green energy momentum accelerates: Expertshttps://t.co/WEweuhJzfp via NaMo App pic.twitter.com/vKsSY90lp5 — PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 30,…
Continue ReadingArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India Inaugurates Advanced Auto Steel Line to Boost ‘Make in India’ Push
New Delhi, Apr 30 (BNP): ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India has started operations of a new automotive steel production line at its Gujarat plant, aiming to boost local manufacturing and reduce dependence on imports. The new Pickling Line and Tandem Cold Mill (PLTCM), with a capacity of 2 million tonnes per…
Continue ReadingIndian Markets End Lower as Sensex Drops 582 Points, Nifty Slips Below 24,000
Mumbai, Apr 30 (BNP): Indian stock markets closed sharply lower on Thursday, with benchmark indices facing significant selling pressure throughout the session. The BSE Sensex declined by 582 points, reflecting broad-based weakness across key sectors. Meanwhile, the NSE Nifty fell below the crucial 24,000 mark, signaling cautious investor sentiment. Market…
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