IIIT-Bangalore Partners with De Gruyter Brill to Launch Scholarly Book Series Bengaluru.

Bangalore April 28: The International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore (IIIT-B) has partnered with global academic publisher De Gruyter Brill to launch the IIITB–De Gruyter Brill Series, a new scholarly book series dedicated to advancing research at the intersection of computer science, engineering, and the digital transformation of society....

Industrial Production Rises 4.1pc on Manufacturing Push

New Delhi, Apr 28 (BNP): India’s industrial production grew by 4.1% in March compared to the same month last year, supported mainly by strong performance in manufacturing and mining, according to official data released by the Ministry of Statistics. The manufacturing sector, which forms the largest share of industrial...

Odisha CM Lays Foundation for INR 1,647 Crore Power Grid Project in Keonjhar

Keonjhar, Apr 28 (BNP): Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday laid the foundation stone for a ₹1,647 crore power grid project at Uchchabali in Keonjhar district, aimed at strengthening the state’s electricity transmission network and supporting future industrial growth. The project includes the establishment of a 420/220...

India’s Engineering Exports to New Zealand Expected to Double After New FTA

Kolkata, Apr 28 (BNP): India’s engineering exports to New Zealand are projected to nearly double over the next five years, rising from about USD 140 million to nearly USD 280–300 million, supported by the recently signed Free Trade Agreement (FTA), officials said. The agreement provides zero-duty access for Indian...

Vivekanand Education Society’s College of Pharmacy and ENTOD Pharmaceuticals Highlight Need to Bridge Research–Clinical Gap in Ophthalmology

Mumbai, Apr 28:  Vivekanand Education Society’s College of Pharmacy (VESCOP), in collaboration with ENTOD Pharmaceuticals and Association of Pharmacy Teachers of India – Maharashtra State Branch, hosted Vision 360: Translating Ophthalmic Innovations from Bench to Bedside’, a national symposium focused on bridging the gap between laboratory research and real-world clinical application in ophthalmology. Held at VESCOP, the symposium addressed the rising burden of eye disorders such as glaucoma, diabetic...

Indian Markets Slip on Crude Oil Spike and Geopolitical Tension

Mumbai, Apr 27 (BNP): Indian benchmark indices closed lower on Tuesday, pressured by a sharp rise in global crude oil prices and renewed geopolitical tensions in West Asia. Investor sentiment remained cautious throughout the session amid uncertainty over developments involving the United States and Iran, which kept global energy...

India Manufacturing Sector Strengthens with Jobs, Tech Adoption and Investment Growth

New Delhi, April 2026: India’s Manufacturing, Engineering, and Infrastructure (MEI) sector is witnessing steady expansion, driven by rising investments, stronger hiring activity, and rapid adoption of advanced industrial technologies. The sector is entering a structured growth phase, supported by policy measures and growing confidence among industry players. Hiring Momentum...

India’s Fintech Funding Grows Modestly, Late-Stage Firms Lead

New Delhi, Apr 28 (BNP): India’s fintech sector raised $513 million in the first quarter of 2026, registering a slight increase compared to last year, even as the number of funding deals declined. A recent report indicates a clear shift in investor preference toward larger, established companies, with late-stage...

Project Tantavyaa by RSB Foundation celebrates India’s artisans through Shwet Shyam A Celebration of Textile Heritage, Devotion & Artisan Empowerment

New Delhi, Apr 28: RSB Foundation, the CSR arm of the RSB Group, unveiled Project Tantavyaa: Shwet Shyam at the National Crafts Museum & Hastkala Academy. The gathering brought together India’s textile legacy, cultural leadership, and artisan communities, with a clear focus on reviving and supporting traditional textiles through...