Ladakh 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…
India 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…
Final Day to Apply: Fresh Registration for Subhadra Yojana Ends Today
Bhubaneswar, Apr 30 (BNP): Today marks the last opportunity for eligible applicants to complete their fresh registration for the Subhadra Yojana, as the application window officially closes. The scheme, aimed at supporting beneficiaries through targeted…
BSG Brings Together Stakeholders to Advance Climate-Resilient Communities
New Delhi, Apr 30 (BNP): Bharat Soka Gakkai (BSG) brought together voices from across sectors for its fifth Sustainability Conclave in New Delhi, creating a space for meaningful conversations around climate change and community resilience. With the theme…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Leads IPL 2026 Run Charts as Orange Cap Race Heats Up!
New Delhi, Apr 30 (BNP): The Indian Premier League 2026 season has witnessed explosive batting performances, with the race for the coveted Orange Cap becoming increasingly competitive. Several star batters and emerging talents have dominated the early…
Heatwave Drives Strong Uptick in India’s Consumer Durables Market
New Delhi, Apr 30 (BNP): Rising temperatures across several parts of India are leading to a noticeable rise in demand for consumer durable goods, particularly cooling appliances, according to a recent report. The early and sustained heat conditions this…
Philippines Enhances ATF 2026 Preparations in Cebu with Public-Private Support
Cebu, Apr 30 (BNP): The Philippines is intensifying preparations to host the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2026 in Cebu, with public-private partnerships playing a key role in supporting infrastructure development and event planning. Officials said…
First-Time Borrowers Reach 4.4 Crore Despite Stricter Lending Norms
New Delhi, Apr 30 (BNP): The number of first-time borrowers in India has increased to around 4.4 crore, even as lending conditions have become stricter, according to a recent report. The report indicates that access to credit continues to expand across…
PhonePe Surpasses 700 Million Registered Users in India
New Delhi, Apr 30 (BNP): Digital payments platform PhonePe has crossed 700 million registered users as of April 29, 2026, marking a major milestone in its growth journey in India. The company said the achievement reflects its wide user base and expanding…
ETF Inflows Reach Record High in FY26, Led by Gold and Silver Demand
New Delhi, Apr 30 (BNP): Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) in India have recorded a sharp rise in investments, with inflows reaching a record ₹1.8 lakh crore in FY26, driven largely by growing interest in gold and silver-backed funds, according to a report.…