India Post Posts Strong FY26 Performance with INR 15,296 Crore Revenue, Growth at 16 pc
New Delhi, Apr 20 (BNP): The Department of Posts India has reported a robust financial performance for FY 2025–26, achieving a total revenue of ₹15,296 crore, representing a 16% year-on-year growth, according to official disclosures at its annual…
7.5 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Japan, Tsunami Alert Issued
Pic Credit: Pexel Tokyo, Apr 20 (BNP): A powerful 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck off the northeastern coast of Japan on Monday, triggering tsunami warnings and prompting authorities to issue evacuation advisories in several coastal areas. The…
India’s JSW Steel, South Korea’s POSCO Tie Up for Odisha Plant
New Delhi, Apr 20 (BNP): In a significant development for India’s steel sector, JSW Steel and South Korea’s POSCO have announced a 50:50 joint venture to establish a new steel manufacturing facility in Odisha. The announcement comes during…
KKR Bounce Back with Thrilling First Victory Led by Rinku Singh, While PBKS Stay Unstoppable with Record-Breaking Performance Against LSG
Kolkata, Apr 20: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) registered their first victory of the Indian Premier League 2026 season with a thrilling four-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals (RR) at Eden Gardens on April 19. Chasing 156, KKR overcame early setbacks,…
Gujarat Titans Take on Mumbai Indians in Crucial IPL 2026 Clash
Ahmedabad, Apr 20: Gujarat Titans (GT) will host Mumbai Indians (MI) in Match 30 of the Indian Premier League 2026 today at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium. The match is scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM IST, with the toss at 7:00 PM IST. It will be…
Asit Tripathy Takes Charge as President of Odisha Steel Producers’ Association
Bhubaneswar, Apr 20 (BNP): Senior administrator Asit Tripathy has been elected as the President of the Odisha Steel Producers’ Association (OSPA), marking a key leadership transition in the state’s steel industry body. The announcement was…
Sovereign Gold Bonds Deliver Over 200 pc Gains as RBI Allows Early Exit
Apr 20 (BNP): The Reserve Bank of India (Reserve Bank of India) has opened a premature redemption window for Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) 2020–21 Series VII, allowing investors to exit ahead of maturity and book significant gains. The redemption price…
Odisha Intensifies Survey and Digitisation of Ancient Manuscripts Under ‘Gyan Bharatam Mission’
Bhubaneswar, Apr 20 (BNP): Odisha has stepped up efforts to document and preserve its rich manuscript heritage through an extensive survey and digitisation initiative under the Government of India’s Gyan Bharatam Mission. A review meeting held at…
UP Simplifies Wheat Purchase System, Eases MSP Procurement Norms for Farmers
Lucknow, Apr 20 (BNP): In a significant relief for farmers, the Uttar Pradesh government has relaxed procurement norms by allowing wheat sales at government purchase centres without mandatory online registration. As per an official statement, the earlier…
India and Sri Lanka Discuss Proposed Oil Pipeline and Strengthening of Bilateral Cooperation
Colombo, Apr 20 ( BNP): Vice President of India C P Radhakrishnan held discussions with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in Colombo on Sunday, focusing on strengthening bilateral relations and exploring new areas of cooperation,…