Category: News

Chief Secretary Anu Garg Chairs Review Meeting on Odisha Governance Priorities

Bhubaneswar, Apr 16 (BNP): A high-level secretaries’ review meeting was held on Wednesday at Kharavel Bhavan, chaired by Chief Secretary Anu Garg, to assess departmental performance for March, review ongoing governance initiatives, and strengthen digital monitoring systems through the ‘Uplabdhi Portal’. Pic Credit: https://x.com/_anugarg  The meeting was attended by Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary Deoranjan Kumar […]

PNG Expansion Gains Momentum with 4.4 Lakh New Connections

New Delhi, Apr 16 (BNP): The Government of India has stepped up efforts to expand access to Piped Natural Gas (PNG) as part of a broader strategy to promote cleaner energy usage and reduce reliance on conventional fossil fuels, according to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG). Under the ongoing expansion programme, around 4.40 […]

RCB tops the table after defeating Lucknow; Mumbai Indians vs Punjab Kings match scheduled today.

Mumbai, April 16: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) moved to the top of the IPL 2026 points table following a strong five-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on April 15, driven by disciplined bowling and a crucial top-order performance from Virat Kohli. RCB’s win, their fourth in five matches, took them to 8 points and […]

PM Modi Highlights Nine Pledges for Sustainable and Healthy Living

Apr 15 (BNP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday called upon people to adopt nine collective pledges focused on building a healthier, cleaner, and more developed India, while addressing a public gathering in Mandya, Karnataka. He said the initiatives are aimed at supporting the vision of a “developed Karnataka and a developed India,” with emphasis […]

Chhattisgarh Announces Major Property Fee Cut for Women

Apr 15 (BNP): The Chhattisgarh Cabinet on Wednesday approved a significant decision to reduce land registration charges by 50% for properties registered in the name of women. The move is aimed at encouraging women’s ownership of property and strengthening their financial independence. In a separate decision, the Cabinet also approved a 25% concession in stamp […]

New Wage Rules to Increase Basic Pay Share, Reduce Tax Benefits

Apr 15 (BNP): The implementation of India’s new labour codes is expected to change how employee salaries are structured, with possible impacts on take-home pay and tax liability. Under the revised rules, basic pay, dearness allowance, and retaining allowance must together form at least 50% of an employee’s total cost to company (CTC). This is […]

Overcrowded boat sinks in Andaman Sea; 250 feared missing

Port Blair/Dhaka, Apr 15 (BNP): A major maritime tragedy has unfolded in the Andaman Sea after an overcrowded trawler carrying Rohingya refugees capsized, with around 250 people feared missing. The vessel, which departed from Teknaf in southern Bangladesh and was bound for Malaysia, is reported to have sunk due to heavy winds, rough seas and […]

Praful Hinge, Sakib Hussain Shine as Odisha Duo Make IPL Impact

Apr 15 (BNP): Odisha’s fast bowlers Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain made a strong impact in the Indian Premier League while representing Sunrisers Hyderabad against Rajasthan Royals. The duo shared eight wickets between them, with Sakib Hussain taking 4 for 24 and Praful Hinge claiming 4 for 34, effectively dismantling the opposition batting lineup with […]