ECoR Set for Staff Rationalisation Amid Nationwide Rail Reforms
Apr 27 (BNP): The East Coast Railway (ECoR) will rationalise 1,239 posts in the 2026–27 financial year as part of a nationwide workforce optimisation programme initiated by the Railway Board, according to an official directive issued on April 24. The exercise is part of a broader restructuring plan across...
Tapan Mohanty Shines at Nationals, Secures All-Around Crown
Bhubaneswar, Apr 27 (BNP): Gymnast Tapan Mohanty delivered a strong performance at the Junior & Senior Artistic Gymnastics National Championships 2026–27 held at Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar. He won the All-Around Champion title in the Senior Men’s Artistic Gymnastics (MAG) category with a total score of 73.433. Odisha Chief...
Wheat Production Remains Stable Despite Unseasonal Weather: Government
The Ministry of Agriculture has said that recent unseasonal weather events are unlikely to have a significant impact on India’s overall wheat production, with output expected to remain broadly stable this season. Officials acknowledged that isolated instances of rain and storms during the harvesting period caused limited damage in...
Rajnath Singh Heads to SCO Defence Ministers’ Meeting
New Delhi, Apr 27 (BNP): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will travel to Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, to participate in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers’ Meeting, a key multilateral forum focused on regional security and defence cooperation. Ahead of the visit, Singh said he looks forward to representing India at the...
PM Reviews Policy Role with NITI Aayog Member
New Delhi, Apr 27 (BNP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday met Prof. Gobardhan Das, a newly inducted member of NITI Aayog, in New Delhi, where discussions focused on his role in contributing to India’s evolving policy and development priorities. During the meeting, the Prime Minister acknowledged Prof. Das’s background...
Sayaji Kolhapur Initiates Citywide Tree Plantation Drive On The Occasion Of Earth Day
Apr 27: On this Earth Day, Sayaji Kolhapur proved its commitment to sustainability and environmental well-being by organising a tree plantation drive in Kolhapur city. This activity brought together the hotel’s leadership and team members in a collective effort to contribute towards a greener and more sustainable future. The...
Indian Flavours Win Global Praise in Latest World Food Rankings
Apr 27 (BNP): Indian cuisine has secured fresh international acclaim, with a wide range of dishes featuring in the World Food Guide Test Atlas list of the world’s top 100 foods released in April 2026. Popular favourites such as butter garlic naan and rich preparations like malai kofta were...
“Catch-Drop Virus” in Indian Premier League 2026 Intensifies as Costly Fielding Errors Shake Team Performances
Mumbai, Apr 27(BNP) The Indian Premier League 2026 season is witnessing a worrying trend dubbed the “catch-drop virus,” as a series of high-profile fielding lapses continue to influence match outcomes and team standings. Recent matches have highlighted the severity of the issue. In the clash between Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings...
Bengaluru Launches Landmark Double Decker Flyover, Boosts Commuter Ease
New Delhi, Apr 17 (BNP): Commuters in Bengaluru received significant relief as the city’s first double-decker metro flyover at the Central Silk Board junction became fully operational with the opening of Flyovers D and E. With this development, all five flyovers forming part of the structure are now open...
Gig Economy Workers Seek Stronger Heatwave Safety Net from Government
New Delhi, Apr 27 (BNP): As heatwave conditions intensify across India, a major platform workers’ union has called for legally enforceable protections for gig workers exposed to extreme outdoor working conditions. The Indian Federation of App-Based Transport Workers has written to the Ministry of Labour and Employment, urging the...