New Delhi, April 18(BNP): The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has directed all states and Union Territories to strictly enforce regulations against the use of prohibited artificial fruit ripening agents. According to a recent update shared by the authority, states have been instructed to ensure stringent checks…
Continue ReadingKragBuzz Retail Celebrates 2nd Store Anniversary with Mega In-Store Sports Sale in Noida
New Delhi, April 18 (BNP): KragBuzz Retail has announced a special in-store sale to mark the second anniversary of its Noida store. The campaign named “Noida’s Biggest Sports Sale” will provide discounts reaching 60% on various sports footwear and apparel and accessories. The brand will conduct its limited-time sale between…
Continue ReadingFor Regrowing Human Limbs, This Salamander Gene Could Hold the Key
Investigating a common gene in three very different species – axolotls, mice and zebrafish – scientists have discovered the potential for a novel gene therapy aimed at eventually regrowing limbs in humans, according to new research published this week. “This significant research brought together three labs, working across three organisms…
Continue ReadingGlaucoma Foundation Celebrates 42nd Anniversary Honoree Pledges USD 5 Million Dollars for Glaucoma Research
Apr 18 (BNP): Philanthropy, advocacy and artistry were jointly honored at the Glaucoma Foundation’s Annual Gala on April 16, at which 300 supporters and friends gathered to celebrate the Foundation’s 42nd anniversary. The event raised $520,000 in support of cutting-edge research. Highlighting the news of the evening was the announcement…
Continue ReadingChhattisgarh to Build 774 Rural Roads Under PMGSY to Boost Connectivity
Jashpur, Apr 18 (BNP): The Government of Chhattisgarh has launched a major rural infrastructure push with the foundation stone laying for 774 roads under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY), aimed at strengthening last-mile connectivity across the state. The initiative was inaugurated by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, who said…
Continue ReadingMassive Kisan Support Drive in Odisha on Akshaya Tritiya Festival
Odisha to Disburse CM-Kisan Assistance to Over 41 Lakh Farmers on Akshaya Tritiya Bhubaneswar, Apr 18 (BNP): On the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya on April 20, the Government of Odisha will provide financial assistance under the CM-Kisan scheme to more than 41.68 lakh farmers as part of the ‘Akhi Muthi…
Continue ReadingThe Engineers Who Reached for the Moon: How RPI Became a Launchpad to the Stars
When Reid Wiseman ‘97 strapped into the Orion spacecraft in April for humanity’s first lunar voyage in more than half a century, he carried with him not just the hopes of a new generation of space explorers, but the legacy of the nation’s oldest technical school one that has quietly…
Continue Reading‘Bou Buttu Bhuta’, ‘Ananta’ Bring Glory to Odia Film Industry
Bhubaneswar, Apr 18(BNP): Odia cinema delivered a standout performance at the Indian National Cinema Academy (INCA) Awards 2026, strengthening its growing presence on the national film stage. The film Bou Buttu Bhuta emerged as one of the top winners of the evening, securing three major honours, including Best Odia Film.…
Continue ReadingGovernment Strengthens Norms Committees to Enhance Ease of Doing Business for Exporters
New Delhi, Apr 18 (BNP): The Government of India has taken a series of targeted reforms to improve trade facilitation and strengthen the functioning of Norms Committees under the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), in line with its broader commitment to Ease of Doing Business for exporters. Pic Credit:…
Continue ReadingIndia’s Startup Boom Accelerates with 55,000 New Recognitions
New Delhi, Apr 18 (BNP): The Government of India has announced that more than 55,200 startups were recognised in FY2025–26, marking the highest annual figure since the launch of the Startup India initiative in 2016. Launched on 16 January 2016, the Startup India programme was designed to build a strong ecosystem…
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