Apr 22 (BNP): India could witness emerging food inflation risks ahead of the Kharif agricultural season, even with significant government support measures in place, including subsidies valued at approximately USD 18.6 billion, according to a senior economist from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). The outlook is influenced by disruptions in global supply chains, particularly those linked to geopolitical tensions affecting critical maritime routes such…
India–Sweden Collaboration Strengthens Industrial Decarbonization Efforts at ISIA Workshop in Hyderabad
Hyderabad, April 22:The India–Sweden Innovations Accelerator (ISIA) successfully hosted its 27th workshop with the Swedish cleantech delegation in Hyderabad bringing together key industry leaders, technology providers, and sustainability experts to accelerate the deployment of innovative clean technologies in India. The India–Sweden Innovations Accelerator (ISIA) is Sweden’s flagship bilateral initiative with India to drive cleantech and green energy collaborations. Supported by the Swedish Energy Agency and…
Odisha Steps Up Safety Measures for Census 2027 Enumerators Amid Field-Work Risks
Apr 22 (BNP): The Odisha Government’s Revenue and Disaster Management Department has issued a fresh advisory to district collectors and municipal commissioners, stressing enhanced safety protocols for enumerators engaged in the first phase of Census 2027—the houselisting and housing census exercise. The field operation, which began on April 16, 2026, and will continue till May 15, 2026, involves door-to-door surveys across the state to collect…
Centre Approves New Rail Line to Boost Connectivity in Odisha’s Mining Belt
Apr 22 (BNP): The Central Government has approved a new railway project to strengthen connectivity in Odisha’s mineral-rich Rayagada district. The Cabinet has sanctioned the Gunupur–Therubali new rail line, a 73.62 km route aimed at improving transportation infrastructure in one of the state’s key mining regions. The project, estimated at a cost of around ₹1,362 crore, is expected to enhance regional mobility and provide more efficient…
Jajpur Headmaster Suspended Over Alleged ‘Bichuati’ Torture of Students
Jajpur,Apr22(BNP): In a shocking incident highlighting concerns over student safety, the headmaster of Saruabilli Upper Primary School in Odisha’s Jajpur district has been suspended following allegations of corporal punishment involving the use of ‘Bichuati’ (stinging plant). According to reports, the headmaster allegedly subjected students to physical discomfort by using the stinging plant as a form of punishment. The incident came to light after complaints were…
FIA President H.E. Mohammed Ben Sulayem hails collaborative effort as Formula One agrees 2026 regulatory refinements
Dubai, UAE, 22nd April 2026: FIA President H.E. Mohammed Ben Sulayem has paid tribute to all parties across the FIA Formula One World Championship for coming together to agree a package of targeted regulatory changes for the 2026 season. A number of refinements to the current regulations were agreed during an online meeting between the FIA, Team Principals, CEOs of Power Unit Manufacturers and FOM on Monday. The changes covered qualifying energy management, race safety and power controls,…
PM Modi Urges Civil Servants to Embrace ‘Nagrik Devo Bhava’ in Governance
New Delhi, Apr 22 (BNP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called upon India’s civil servants to place the principle of ‘Nagrik Devo Bhava’—the citizen as god—at the core of all governance decisions, emphasizing that public service must remain firmly focused on people-centric delivery and welfare. In letters addressed to over one crore civil servants ahead of Civil Services Day, the Prime Minister highlighted that governance should…
Govt to Hold Open House on Steel Import Issues on April 27
Apr 22 (BNP): The Government is set to conduct an Open House session on April 27 to address concerns related to steel imports, bringing together key stakeholders from the industry, trade bodies, and policymakers. The meeting is expected to focus on rising import pressures, pricing trends, and the impact of global steel supply dynamics on domestic producers. Industry participants are likely to present their views…
Usha on Board as Title Sponsor For CII-IWN’s First Pickleball Invitational in the Capital | Usha International
New Delhi, Apr 22: With pickleball gaining traction globally and increasingly in India’s urban and corporate communities, CII Indian Women Network (CII-IWN), in association with Usha, will host the Usha CII-IWN Pickleball Invitational in New Delhi on April 26 at REPPP, Mehrauli. 12 corporate teams comprising approximately 70 participants including business leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals, will participate in the Davis Cup-stye format in a mixed…
Big Push for Steel Sector as Rourkela Plant Expansion Planned!
Rourkela,Apr22(BNP): The Chief Minister has announced that the Rourkela Steel Plant will soon undergo expansion, marking a significant step toward boosting industrial growth in Odisha. The proposed expansion is expected to enhance production capacity, strengthen the region’s industrial ecosystem, and generate employment opportunities. The move aligns with the state government’s broader vision to accelerate economic development and attract further investment in the steel sector. Officials…