Titan Launches Zero Hour, its Performance Sports Line, with 500M Professional Diver’s Watch

April 13: Titan Watches, India’s most iconic watchmaker furthers India’s ascent in the world of fine watchmaking with the launch of its new sub-brand, Zero Hour. Conceived for extreme conditions, e performance sports segment is defined by precision-driven timepieces where durability, reliability and technical integrity are non-negotiable.  A term often associated with the exact moment […]

Uttarakhand Pageant 2026 Winners Declared in Dehradun

Dehradun. Apr 13 (BNP): The grand finale of Mr and Miss Uttarakhand 2026 was held at Hotel Regenta with participation from contestants across the state, showcasing talent, confidence, and cultural representation. In the results, Tarushi Dobhal was crowned Miss Uttarakhand 2026, while Harsh Chaudhary won the title of Mr Uttarakhand 2026, emerging as the top […]

Nepal: Unveils 100-Point Reform Agenda Under Balendra Shah, Signals Gen Z-Led Governance Shift

Kathmandu, April 13: Nepal’s newly formed government under Prime Minister Balendra Shah has unveiled an ambitious ‘Good Governance Blueprint 2082’ alongside a sweeping 100-point reform agenda, marking a decisive push to overhaul governance, digitise public services, and reshape the country’s economic and institutional framework. Approved during the first Cabinet meeting at Singha Durbar, the reform […]

India, Oman Explore Ways to Strengthen Trade and Investment Ties

New Delhi, Apr 13 (BNP): India and Oman have discussed ways to enhance bilateral trade and investment, focusing on expanding economic cooperation between the two countries. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal held discussions with Oman’s Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion Minister Anwar bin Hilal bin Hamdoun Al Jabri on strengthening economic relations and identifying […]

Odisha Focuses on Women Empowerment, Highlights Role of ‘Women-Led Development’ Vision

Apr 13 (BNP): Odisha has reiterated its commitment to women empowerment, highlighting the importance of “Women-led Development” as a central pillar of inclusive growth. Officials said the vision shared by the Prime Minister during a recent address has brought renewed focus on strengthening and empowering women, helping them become more self-reliant and confident. The guidance […]

Women Account for 60 pc of Loans Under Mudra Scheme

Apr 13 (BNP): The Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY), the government’s flagship scheme for micro and small enterprises, continues to show strong participation from women borrowers, who now hold around 60% of total loan accounts under the programme. The scheme, aimed at providing collateral-free credit to small entrepreneurs, has played a key role in supporting self-employment […]

Indore SEZ Exports Rise 10.5 pc to Cross INR 14,000 Crore in FY26

New Delhi, Apr 13 (BNP): Indore’s Special Economic Zone (SEZ) recorded a steady growth in exports, with shipments rising by around 10.5% to reach ₹14,302 crore in the financial year 2025–26, despite global economic uncertainties. Officials from the Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry said the growth was supported by strong order pipelines from overseas […]

Krisumi Unveils ‘The Forest Reserve’ on Dwarka Expressway, Targets INR 4,000 Crore Revenue

Krisumi unveils “The Forest Reserve,” the next phase of its ultra-luxury project on Dwarka Expressway, spanning ~1.67 million sq. ft. with ~₹4,000 crore revenue potential Gurugram, April 13: Celebrating a decade of partnership between Japan’s Sumitomo Corporation and India’s Krishna Group, Mr. Ashok Kapur, Chairman of Krishna Group and Krisumi Corporation, addressed a distinguished gathering of […]

Sensex Drops Over 700 Points Amid Global Uncertainty

New Delhi, Apr 13 (BNP): Indian equity markets ended lower on Monday, with benchmark indices slipping nearly 1% amid rising global tensions and concerns over crude oil prices. The decline came after reports of stalled US-Iran negotiations, which heightened fears of a prolonged geopolitical conflict and its potential impact on global energy markets. The BSE […]