Bhubaneswar,Apr 14 (BNP): Senior Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer Dr. D. Sudhakara Rao, 1990 batch, has assumed charge today as the Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax (PCCIT) for the Odisha Region at Bhubaneswar. An officer of distinguished service, Dr. Rao brings with him decades of extensive administrative and leadership experience across multiple regions, including Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Goa, Karnataka, Puducherry, Kerala, and Maharashtra. He…
Sanju Samson Recognised for Match Winning Role in T20 World Cup Campaign
Dubai, Apr 14 ( BNP): India’s Sanju Samson has been named the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for March, in recognition of his impactful performances during the T20 World Cup campaign. The India batter played a crucial role in the latter stages of the tournament, delivering strong performances in key matches that helped strengthen India’s batting lineup during important moments. Although he did not…
PM Modi Launches Key Delhi Dehradun Economic Corridor in Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand, Apr 14 (BNP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated the Delhi–Dehradun Economic Corridor, a major infrastructure project developed at an estimated cost of around ₹12,000 crore. The corridor is aimed at transforming regional connectivity by significantly reducing travel time between Delhi and Dehradun while improving road safety and traffic efficiency along the route. Built as a high-capacity expressway corridor, the project is expected…
Iranian Crude Returns to India After 7 Years; Tanker Docks at Paradip
Paradip/New Delhi, Apr 14 (BNP): In a significant development for India’s energy sector, Iranian crude oil has resumed flows to the country after a gap of nearly seven years, amid temporary easing of US sanctions and tightening global supply conditions. A very large crude carrier (VLCC), MT JAYA, carrying around 2 million barrels of crude from Kharg Island, docked at Paradip Port on April 9,…
Inflation Edges Up to 3.4%, Middle East Conflict and Weak Monsoon Pose Risks
New Delhi, Apr 14 (BNP): India’s retail inflation rose modestly to 3.4 per cent in March, marking its highest level since January, according to official data released on Monday. Despite the increase, inflation remains below the 4 per cent target set by the Reserve Bank of India, indicating that price levels are still within the central bank’s comfort zone. However, concerns are mounting over potential…
Income Tax Collection in Odisha Hits INR 18,500 Crore; Filers Drop to 15 Lakh
Bhubaneswar, Apr 14 (BNP): Odisha recorded a net income tax collection of around ₹18,500 crore in the financial year 2025–26, according to official data shared by the Income Tax Department. Pic Credit: Pexel The number of income tax return filers in the state declined to nearly 15 lakh in FY25–26, compared to about 16.7 lakh in the previous financial year. The drop of around 1.7…
India Cracks Down on Overloaded Vehicles with Higher Fines, Digital Monitoring
Apr 14 (BNP): India has introduced stricter enforcement rules for overloaded vehicles, combining heavier penalties, mandatory unloading of excess cargo, and advanced digital monitoring to improve road safety and protect highway infrastructure. Under the revised framework, vehicles found carrying excess load will face a fine of ₹20,000, along with an additional ₹2,000 for every extra tonne beyond the permitted limit. Authorities will also require immediate…
Australia Appoints First Female Army Chief, Marking Historic Military Milestone
Canberra, Apr 14 (BNP): Australia has appointed Lieutenant General Susan Coyle as the new Chief of Army, marking the first time a woman has been selected to lead any of the country’s military services. Coyle, who currently serves as Chief of Joint Capabilities, will take over the top Army role as part of a broader reshuffle of Australia’s defence leadership. The appointments were announced by…
RCB Eye Crucial Win Against LSG to Strengthen IPL Playoff Push
BENGALURU, Apr 14 (BNP): Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will aim to extend their strong run of form when they take on Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in an Indian Premier League clash in Bengaluru on Wednesday. RCB’s batting unit has been in impressive touch this season, and the team will once again depend on its top order to deliver a dominant performance as it looks to…
Tensions Escalate: Iran Threatens Gulf Ports Before US Maritime Crackdown
Tehran/Washington/New Delhi, Apr 14 (BNP): Tensions in the Middle East have escalated sharply as Iran warned that no port in the Persian Gulf or the Sea of Oman would remain safe if its own maritime infrastructure is targeted, hours before a proposed blockade by the United States comes into effect. The warning follows the US military’s announcement that it will begin blocking vessels entering or…