Mittal–Poonawalla Consortium Buys Stake in Rajasthan Royals in INR 15,660 Crore Deal!

New Delhi,May 4 (BNP): In a major development in the Indian Premier League, UK-based Indian billionaire Lakshmi Mittal and Adar Poonawalla have acquired a significant stake in Rajasthan Royals (RR) through a consortium deal valued at approximately ₹15,660 crore ($1.65 billion). The two business leaders have partnered with existing principal owner Manoj Badale to form a new consortium that will not only control Rajasthan Royals…

Cyclone Alert? Low Pressure Likely in Bay of Bengal Mid-May; IMD Yet to Confirm

Bhubaneswar, May 4 (BNP): A potential weather system over the Bay of Bengal is drawing attention, with early model projections indicating the possible formation of a low-pressure area during the second week of May. According to preliminary forecasts from the Global Forecast System, conditions may become conducive for the development of a cyclonic system around mid-May. Some projections even hint at a possible intensification, raising…

Plumber’s Son from Soro Tops Matric Exam with 588/600 Marks

Soro, May 4 (BNP): In an inspiring achievement, Parthasarathi, the son of a plumber from Soro, has emerged as the state topper in the matriculation examination, securing an outstanding 588 out of 600 marks. Coming from a modest background, his success reflects years of hard work, discipline, and determination. Despite limited resources, Parthasarathi remained focused on his studies, setting an example for students across the…

Malkangiri Girl Defies Disability, Clears Matric Exam Writing with Her Feet!

Malkangiri,May 4 (BNP): In a remarkable story of courage and determination, Laxmi Khemudu, a Class X student of PM SHRI Government High School in Sindhrimal under Malkangiri district, has successfully cleared the matriculation examination by writing with her feet. Born with a locomotor disability that left both her hands non-functional, Laxmi refused to see her condition as a barrier. Through relentless practice and unwavering determination,…

UDF Surges to Power in Kerala, Crosses Majority Mark in 2026 Assembly Polls!

Thiruvananthapuram,May 4 (BNP): In a decisive political development, the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) has crossed the crucial majority mark in the Kerala Assembly Elections 2026, according to official trends from the Election Commission of India, signaling an end to a decade-long rule of the Left Democratic Front. The UDF has surged ahead, leading in over 90 constituencies in the 140-member Assembly, comfortably crossing the…

BJP Crosses Majority Mark in West Bengal, Set to Form Historic First Government!

Kolkata, May 4 (BNP): In a dramatic political shift, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday crossed the majority mark in the West Bengal Assembly elections, derailing Mamata Banerjee’s bid for a consecutive fourth term and marking a potential end to over a decade of All India Trinamool Congress dominance. According to trends released by the Election Commission of India, the BJP is leading in…

Tamil Nadu Polls 2026: Vijay’s TVK Surges Ahead, Signals Major Political Shift!

Chennai,May 4 (BNP): Tamil Nadu, long regarded as the citadel of Dravidian politics for over five decades, may be on the brink of a significant political shift as early trends from the 2026 Assembly election counting suggest an intense and unpredictable contest. Traditionally dominated by the two major Dravidian parties—Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK)—the state is now witnessing…

Swedish Clean-Tech Pioneer KonveGas Eyes Strategic Alliances in India

Delhi, May 04:  Building on the momentum of its recent investment announcement at India Energy Week in Goa, Swedish clean-tech innovator KonveGas has confirmed its participation in the upcoming Bioenergy, Biofuels & Biomaterials (BBB) Summit 2026 at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi from 7th May 2026 to 9th May, 2026. This move signals a critical phase in the company’s official launch in the Indian market as it…

Odisha Administrative Service Reshuffle: New Responsibilities Assigned to 19 OAS Officers

Bhubaneswar, May 04:  The government has transferred and reassigned 19 OAS (Odisha Administrative Service) officers to new positions.Ranjit Kumar Sahu has been appointed as Additional Secretary in the Health & Family Welfare Department. He will also serve as the Nodal Officer for the National Health Mission.Sudhakar Nayak has been appointed as Additional Secretary in the Sports & Youth Services Department.Sweta Kumar Das has been appointed…

Preparations for Rath Yatra Gather Pace Across Odisha

Bhubaneswar, May 04:  The world-famous Rath Yatra is scheduled to be held on July 16. So far, three preparatory meetings have already been completed, and today the fourth round of the preparation meeting was conducted.The meeting was chaired by the Chief Secretary, where officials reviewed the progress of arrangements for the upcoming festival. The Additional Chief Secretary of the Home Department, the Chief Administrator of…