Category: News

Kolkata, May 6 (BNP): Samik Bhattacharya, president of the Bharatiya Janata Party in West Bengal, on Wednesday announced that the oath-taking ceremony of the new state government will be held on May 9. Addressing reporters, Bhattacharya said the swearing-in ceremony is scheduled to take place at the iconic Brigade Parade Ground in central Kolkata, beginning […]

New Delhi, May 6 (BNP): Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday flagged off 13 mobile heat relief units to provide immediate support to people affected by the ongoing heatwave in the national capital. The initiative aims to offer on-the-spot assistance, including access to drinking water, basic medical aid, and relief services, especially for vulnerable […]

New Delhi, May 6 (BNP): The Department of Financial Services (DFS) has approved a revised Viability Plan 2.0 for Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) for the period 2025–26 to 2027–28, aimed at strengthening financial sustainability, governance, and long-term competitiveness in the rural banking sector. The new framework builds on the earlier viability plan implemented from FY22 […]

Alappuzha, May 6 (BNP): In a remarkable electoral upset, A D Thomas, a former fisherman-turned-politician, has emerged as one of Kerala’s youngest MLAs after winning the Alappuzha Assembly seat. Representing the Indian National Congress, Thomas’s victory is being hailed as a powerful grassroots success story. His journey from the coastal fishing community to the state […]

New Delhi, May 06 (BNP): The Indian rupee registered a strong rebound on Wednesday, appreciating by 61 paise to close at 94.57 (provisional) against the US dollar, supported by easing crude oil prices and improved global sentiment. The gain came as Brent crude softened from recent highs near the $100 per barrel mark, easing pressure […]

Chennai, May 6 (BNP): Vijay, president of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, on Wednesday met Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar and formally staked claim to form the next government in Tamil Nadu following the Assembly election results. TVK has emerged as the single-largest party in the state, significantly altering the political landscape. During the meeting at Raj Bhavan, […]

May 6 (BNP): Delhi teacher Soma Mandal has been named the South Asia regional winner of the 2026 Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Awards by Cambridge University Press & Assessment, in recognition of her strong focus on climate education. Teaching at GD Goenka Public School, she has developed a climate-centred learning approach that encourages students to understand environmental […]

May 6 (BNP): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (Board of Control for Cricket in India) has announced the schedule for the IPL 2026 Playoffs, marking the final stage of a highly competitive season featuring 70 league matches filled with strong performances and close contests. Qualifier 1 between the top two teams will […]

New Delhi, May 6 (BNP): Online travel platform EaseMyTrip has reported a strong double-digit increase in adoption of its airport-related services, reflecting growing demand for enhanced travel convenience and premium passenger experiences.  The company noted that services such as Duty-Free assistance and Meet & Greet facilities have emerged as the most preferred offerings among travellers. […]

Bhubaneswar, May 6 (BNP): A tragic fire incident occurred in the early hours of Wednesday at Basanti Villa Apartment, located under Laxmisagar police limits in Bhubaneswar. The fire broke out at approximately 3:30 AM, leading to the loss of three lives. According to preliminary information, a security guard and a female caretaker died at the […]