Tri-Share pilot program receives $6 million to make child care more accessible and affordable. (St. Louis, Mo., April 21, 2026) Child Care Aware of Missouri (CCAMO) has been selected by the City of Kansas City and the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) to launch the city’s first Tri-Share Child Care pilot program designed specifically to support first responders. The $6 million initiative,…
Odisha BJP Deploys Ministers, MLAs to Boost Campaign in West Bengal Elections
Bhubaneswar, Apr21(BNP): With elections underway in West Bengal, Odisha BJP leaders have intensified their on-ground campaign, deploying a large and coordinated team to strengthen the party’s outreach and voter engagement. A strong contingent comprising ministers, MLAs, MPs, and party organisers from Odisha has been mobilised as part of a focused election strategy. Notably, eight ministers and more than 40 MLAs are actively participating in campaign…
Bhubaneswar: Gold Sales Touch ₹200 Crore During Akshaya Tritiya Across State!
Bhubaneswar, Apr21(BNP): Gold sales across Odisha witnessed a significant surge during the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Tritiya, with total transactions estimated to have crossed ₹200 crore statewide. Jewellery markets in major cities, including Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, and Berhampur, saw heavy footfall as customers thronged stores to make purchases, considering the day highly prosperity for buying gold. Traders reported strong demand for gold ornaments, coins, and investment-grade…
Indian Railways Expands Accessibility Measures for Persons with Disabilities, Reaffirms Travel Provisions
New Delhi, Apr 21 (BNP): Indian Railways has reaffirmed key travel provisions for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs), allowing them to travel in unreserved Divyangjan coaches in Mail and Express trains, provided they carry valid identification such as the Unique Disability ID (UDID) card. The clarification is part of the national transporter’s continued push toward more inclusive and accessible public transport. The railways said the move…
RBI Flags Inflation Risk, Keeps Policy Cautious Amid West Asia Conflict
New Delhi, Apr 21 (BNP): The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is adopting a cautious, data-driven approach to interest rates amid global uncertainty triggered by the West Asia conflict, Governor Sanjay Malhotra said. He noted that the region is important for India’s economy, accounting for major shares of crude oil imports, exports, fertilisers, and remittances, making the impact of disruptions significant. Malhotra warned that prolonged…
Puri Rath Yatra 2026 Preparations Begin on Akshaya Tritiya with Golden Axe Ritual
Puri, April 21(BNP):The construction of the sacred chariots for the 2026 Rath Yatra officially commenced on April 20, coinciding with the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Tritiya. The rituals began with the traditional ‘Rath Katha Anukula’ ceremony on the Grand Road (Bada Danda), where the atmosphere resonated with devotional chants and prayers. The process was marked by the ceremonial use of a golden axe by the…
Sunrisers Hyderabad Set for Crucial Home Clash Against Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026 Showdown
Hyderabad, April 21(BNP): Sunrisers Hyderabad are set to face Delhi Capitals in the 31st match of the Indian Premier League 2026 season at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium this evening. Scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM IST, with the toss at 7:00 PM, the match will be broadcast on the JioStar Network and streamed live on JioHotstar, while international viewers can tune in via Willow…
Compass Group India Invests in Cage-Free Egg Production with Global Food Partners
SINGAPORE – 21 April, 2026 – Global Food Partners (GFP), a global consultancy helping food businesses achieve higher animal welfare standards in their supply chains, today announced it has supported Compass Group India, a leader in food services, to drive cage-free egg production and support local farmers in India. Due to limited cage-free supplies and regional market gaps, Compass Group India is using cage-free credits to offset a…
Odisha: Concern Over Removal of 9.8 Lakh Names from Voter List
Bhubaneswar, April 21(BNP): Concern has intensified within the Odisha Home Department following the removal of approximately 9.8 lakh names from the state’s voter list ahead of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. The large-scale deletion has triggered political reactions, with opposition parties raising serious questions over the transparency and methodology adopted in revising the electoral rolls. Leaders from major political parties have expressed apprehension that…
LIV Process Recognizes University Health San Antonio’s Denine Temple with First-ever Invisible Hero Award for Outstanding Work in Fight Against C. Diff
PHILADELPHIA, April 21, 2026 – LIV Process, Philadelphia-based biotech, announces Denine Temple, System Director of Environmental Services (EVS) at University Health San Antonio, as the first recipient of the Invisible Hero Award, which honors outstanding work in the fight against C. diff (Clostridioides difficile). With the creation of the Invisible Hero Award, LIV Process continues to draw national attention to one of the most stubborn and costly healthcare-associated infections—and the often-overlooked heroes working to stop the spread of C. diff before it starts. “We’re…