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,…
Modi’s Jhalmuri Stop in Jhargram Wins Hearts During Bengal Visit
Jhargram, West Bengal,Apr20(BNP): In a notable and candid moment during his election campaign, Prime Minister Narendra Modi made an unscheduled stop at a roadside jhalmuri stall in Jhargram, adding a local flavour to a day packed with rallies across the…
Ceremonial Reception Marks Start of South Korean President’s India Visit
New Delhi , Apr 20 (BNP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi today attended the ceremonial reception held at Rashtrapati Bhavan in honour of South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, marking the beginning of his official state visit to India. The visit underscores…
Water Management takes centre stage at PlumbexIndia 2026 in Bengaluru
Bengaluru, April 20: PlumbexIndia 2026 concluded with strong industry and government participation, reinforcing its role in advancing the country’s water security and sustainable infrastructure agenda. The three-day event, organised by…
Iran Reopens Strait of Hormuz; Global Oil Prices Dip, Fuel Costs May Ease
New Delhi, April 18(BNP): Iran’s decision to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz has led to a sharp decline in global oil prices, raising expectations of a possible reduction in petrol and diesel prices. Following the announcement,…
FSSAI Directs States to Enforce Ban on Calcium Carbide for Fruit Ripening
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…
As Polar Ice Changes, So Do the Rules Governing It
Apr 18 (BNP): Sea ice is not just solid frozen water. It’s riddled with tiny pockets and channels of liquid brine. Whether those pockets connect to form pathways determines whether seawater, nutrients and gases can move through the ice, according…