Apr 13 (BNP): Samsung appears ready to take another big step in the foldable smartphone space with the expected launch of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 in July 2026. After setting high expectations with the previous generation, the company is now looking to refine and upgrade the experience further. The upcoming…
Continue ReadingPolycab, India’s leading Wires & Cables Company, opens Quick Service depot in Amritsar to Strengthen North India Distribution
Amritsar, April 13: Polycab India Limited, India’s leading wires and cables company, has further strengthened its distribution infrastructure with the launch of its new ‘Quick Service Depot’ in Amritsar. The strategic initiative reinforces Polycab’s commitment to building a robust, agile supply chain that supports faster deliveries, improved service responsiveness, and deeper market reach across…
Continue ReadingSWITCH Mobility Hands Over 100 Electric Buses to Mauritius to Boost Green Transport
New Delhi, Apr 13 (BNP): SWITCH Mobility, the electric vehicle arm of the Hinduja Group, has delivered 100 electric buses to Mauritius as part of an initiative to support cleaner public transport. The buses have been provided under a government-to-government arrangement, with the Government of India gifting them to Mauritius…
Continue ReadingUnchecked AI Use May Deepen Risks in Financial Sector: RBI Deputy Governor
Mumbai, Apr 13 (BNP): Reserve Bank of India Deputy Governor Swaminathan J has cautioned that adopting artificial intelligence without proper safeguards could amplify existing vulnerabilities and introduce new risks in the financial sector. Speaking at a memorial lecture at SASTRA University in Thanjavur, he noted that AI is rapidly transforming…
Continue ReadingA milestone for green steel: SuSteelAG consortium achieves hydrogen-based ore reduction on an industrial scale
The hydrogen rotary kiln in Oshivela, Namibia. Photo: HyIron. Berlin, 13.04.2026. In 2025, the international SuSteelAG consortium – led by Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM) – launched its mission to decarbonize steel production using hydrogen, including when working with lower‑grade ores. Now, the first industrial‑scale pilot test…
Continue ReadingIndia Revises CAFE 2027 Fuel Efficiency Norms, Shifts to Phased Compliance Framework
New Delhi, Apr 13 (BNP): The government has proposed revised fuel efficiency standards under CAFE 2027, moving away from a strict target-based system to a phased and more flexible compliance approach, according to a draft prepared by the Ministry of Power in consultation with the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE).…
Continue ReadingGoodSide Launches in India with Intuitive, Multi-Use Products That Redefine Everyday Luxury
Apr 13: Entrepreneur and creative founder Raveena Mehta announces the launch of GoodSide – a new design-led beauty brand that reimagines makeup as an intuitive intersection of skincare, emotion, and self-expression. Built on the belief that “beauty is energy,”the brand enters India’s evolving beauty landscape with a focused vision: simplifying…
Continue ReadingRising Energy Costs to Pressure Cement Makers’ Margins by Up to 200 bps: Crisil
New Delhi, Apr 13 (BNP): Rising energy costs are expected to weigh on the profitability of cement manufacturers, potentially compressing operating margins by up to 200 basis points, according to a report by Crisil. The report noted that higher fuel and power expenses remain a key concern for the sector,…
Continue ReadingEduBlock Pro Wins Tech Award in Chandigarh
Chandigarh, Apr 13 (BNP): EduBlock Pro, a blockchain-based examination management platform developed by Antier Solutions, has been honoured by the Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) Incubation Center, Mohali, at TiECON Chandigarh 2026. The award recognises the platform’s contribution to building secure and tamper-proof digital examination systems aimed at improving…
Continue ReadingGold Slips in Futures Market Amid Weak Demand
New Delhi, Apr 13 (BNP): Gold prices declined on Monday, slipping by ₹602 to ₹1,52,050 per 10 grams in futures trading, as weak spot demand weighed on sentiment. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold contracts for June delivery were trading lower by 0.39% at ₹1,52,050 per 10 grams, with…
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