New Delhi, May 1 (BNP): Labour Day, also known as International Workers’ Day or May Day, is being observed across the world on Friday, May 1, 2026, to honour the contribution, dedication, and achievements of workers across all sectors. Celebrated annually on May 1, the day recognises the strength of the labour force and highlights the importance of fair wages, safe working conditions, dignity at…
Mamata Banerjee Warns Against Tampering of Counting Process After Late-Night Visit to EVM Strongroom in Bhabanipur
Kolkata, May 1 (BNP): West Bengal Chief Minister and All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) supremo Mamata Banerjee early Friday issued a stern warning against any attempt to tamper with the vote counting process, hours after she made a late-night visit to an EVM strongroom in Bhabanipur alleging possible malpractice ahead of the May 4 counting. Banerjee reached the Bhabanipur Assembly segment counting centre at Sakhawat…
Security Tightened at Netaji Indoor Stadium Ahead of May 4 Counting Amid TMC Protest Over Alleged Irregularities!
Kolkata, May 1 (BNP): Security has been significantly intensified at Netaji Indoor Stadium ahead of the counting of votes scheduled for May 4, following protests by the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) over alleged irregularities in the electoral process. Authorities have deployed a large number of police personnel, quick response teams, and surveillance units in and around the counting centre to ensure smooth and peaceful…
OMFED Raises Milk Procurement Price by INR 1 Per Litre; 3 Lakh Odisha Farmers to Benefit!
Bhubaneswar, May 1 (BNP): In a major relief for dairy farmers across Odisha, the Odisha State Cooperative Milk Producers’ Federation (OMFED) has increased the milk procurement price by ₹1 per litre in a move aimed at boosting farmers’ income and strengthening the state’s dairy sector. With the latest revision, farmers supplying milk to OMFED will now receive ₹39.05 per litre, up from the earlier ₹38.05…
LPG Price Hike: 19-Kg Commercial Cylinder Up by INR 993 from May 1; Businesses to Feel the Heat!
New Delhi, May 1 (BNP): In a major setback for businesses and commercial establishments, oil marketing companies have sharply increased the price of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders by ₹993 with effect from May 1, 2026. The steep hike is among the sharpest monthly increases in recent years and is expected to significantly impact hotels, restaurants, caterers, bakeries, roadside eateries, and small businesses across the country.…
Big EPFO Update: Minimum Pension May Rise 7.5 Times, ATM Withdrawals Soon!
New Delhi,May 1 (BNP): In a major relief for millions of salaried employees and pensioners, the government is reportedly considering a sharp hike in the minimum pension under the Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS-95). The current minimum pension of ₹1,000 per month may be increased to ₹7,500, according to recent reports. The proposed revision comes amid growing demands from labour unions and pensioners’ associations, who have…
EC Introduces QR-Based ID Cards for Counting Centres Ahead of May 4 Vote Count
Kolkata, Apr 30 (BNP): The Election Commission of India has introduced QR code-based photo identity cards for counting centres to prevent unauthorised entry during vote counting for the Assembly elections in five states on May 4. The new system will be implemented during counting of votes for the Assembly polls in West Bengal, Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, along with by-elections in seven Assembly…
India Receives 657 Repatriated Antiquities from United States
New Delhi, Apr 30 (BNP): The United States has returned 657 antiquities, valued at nearly $14 million, to India as part of ongoing efforts to repatriate stolen cultural property. US restitutes 657 stolen antiquities to Indiahttps://t.co/qmUZagU6W9 via NaMo App pic.twitter.com/QMLqfuU0yB — PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 30, 2026 The return was announced by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg on Tuesday. Officials noted that while the latest…
CISCE Declares ICSE, ISC 2026 Results; Pass Percentage Above 99 pc, Girls Lead Again!
New Delhi, Apr 30 (BNP): The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) on Thursday announced the results of the ICSE (Class 10) and ISC (Class 12) board examinations for 2026, with the overall pass percentage crossing 99 percent in both categories. The results brought cheer to lakhs of students and parents across the country, with girls once again outperforming boys in overall performance.…
India Begins Consultation on V2X Regulatory Framework: TRAI
New Delhi, Apr 30 (BNP): The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has released a consultation paper on establishing a regulatory framework for Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) communication, marking a step toward enabling advanced connected mobility in India. The move follows a reference from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), under the Ministry of Communications, which on December 1, 2025, requested TRAI to provide recommendations on the regulatory…