India Replaces China in US Smartphone Supply
Apr 17 (BNP): India has significantly strengthened its position in the US smartphone supply chain, capturing around 40 per cent share and emerging as a major manufacturing hub, according to a recent report. The shift reflects a broader realignment in…
Markets End Higher; Sensex Jumps 504 Points, Nifty Gains 156, FMCG Leads Rally
Apr 17 (BNP): Indian equity markets closed on a strong note on Friday, with benchmark indices posting solid gains, supported by buying across key sectors. The BSE Sensex surged 504 points, while the NSE Nifty advanced 156 points, reflecting positive…
Global Tech Industry Continues Workforce Restructuring in 2026 as AI Transformation Accelerates
Apr 17 (BNP): The global technology industry is undergoing a continued phase of workforce restructuring in 2026, with more than 95,000 employees impacted across 241 companies as of mid-April. This trend follows a significant wave of layoffs in 2025,…
Odisha Reshuffles Senior Health Officials to Strengthen Public Health System
Bhubaneswar, Apr 17 (BNP): The Odisha government has announced a fresh round of transfers and appointments of senior officials in the Health and Family Welfare Department, aimed at improving administrative efficiency and strengthening the public health…
Veerappan’s Wife, Daughter Contest Tamil Nadu Polls from Different Parties
Chennai, April 17 (BNP): In a notable political development, the wife and daughter of slain forest brigand Veerappan have entered the electoral fray in Tamil Nadu, contesting from different constituencies on tickets of separate regional parties.…
Jemimah Rodrigues teams up with PEDIGREE to drive Gravy range
April 17: Mars Incorporated announced the launch of a new digital-first campaign for the PEDIGREE® brand in India, in collaboration with Indian cricketer and pet parent Jemimah Rodrigues. The campaign is based on the changing reality of modern…
Mobilla Signs Shivam Dube for Brand Endorsement
Apr 17 (BNP): Mobilla, a mobile accessories and power solutions brand in India, has announced Indian cricketer Shivam Dube as its new brand ambassador. The company said the association comes at a significant moment following India’s recent cricket…
India to Continue Russian Oil and LPG Imports After US Waiver Ends
Apr 17 (BNP): India will continue importing Russian crude oil and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) even after the expiry of the 30-day US sanctions waiver on April 11, 2026, officials said, according to a report. Officials noted that India’s energy…
India’s Construction Market to Double by 2034
Apr 17 (BNP): India’s construction sector, valued at around $685 billion in 2025, is projected to grow to $1.2 trillion by 2034, expanding at a CAGR of 6.9 per cent, driven by sustained infrastructure investment and urban development, according to…
India Plans 100 GW Nuclear Power Capacity by 2047: CEA Chairperson
Apr 17 (BNP): India is planning a major expansion of its nuclear energy capacity, targeting an increase from the current 8.8 GW to 100 GW by 2047, according to the Chairperson of the Central Electricity Authority (CEA). The roadmap is part of the…