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Cebu, Apr 30 (BNP): The Philippines is intensifying preparations to host the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2026 in Cebu, with public-private partnerships playing a key role in supporting infrastructure development and event planning. Officials said coordination between government agencies and private sector stakeholders is helping streamline preparations across multiple areas, including transport, hospitality, venue readiness, […]

New Delhi, Apr 30 (BNP): The number of first-time borrowers in India has increased to around 4.4 crore, even as lending conditions have become stricter, according to a recent report. The report indicates that access to credit continues to expand across the country, driven by growing financial inclusion and wider adoption of formal banking services.

New Delhi, Apr 30 (BNP): Digital payments platform PhonePe has crossed 700 million registered users as of April 29, 2026, marking a major milestone in its growth journey in India. The company said the achievement reflects its wide user base and expanding presence across digital payments and financial services. It attributed the growth to increasing

New Delhi, Apr 30 (BNP): Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) in India have recorded a sharp rise in investments, with inflows reaching a record ₹1.8 lakh crore in FY26, driven largely by growing interest in gold and silver-backed funds, according to a report. The surge reflects increased investor preference for safe-haven and commodity-linked assets amid global economic

Jammu, Apr 30 (BNP): Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has said that the government is working on plans to extend railway connectivity to remote and border areas of Jammu and Kashmir, including Poonch, Rajouri, and Uri in Baramulla district. He informed that detailed project reports for these proposed rail links have already been prepared. The

New Delhi, Apr 30: MMTC-PAMP, India’s only London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) Good Delivery gold and silver refiner, announced that it has won the ‘Best Silver Refinery & Minted Products Manufacturer’ award for the year 2025 at the India Silver Conference held recently at Hyatt, Dehradun. The esteemed award was presented to Mr. Samit Guha,

Hyderabad, Apr 30 (BNP): A promotional campaign by a mobile retail store in Telangana has gone viral on social media after offering customers 1 litre of petrol free for porting their number through Mobile Number Portability (MNP) or purchasing a new SIM card. The eye-catching advertisement, which reads “MNP or Buy New SIM, Get 1

New Delhi, Apr 30 (BNP): Exit polls for the 2026 Assembly elections have projected a dramatic political contest across five key regions, indicating a close fight in West Bengal, a strong showing for the Bharatiya Janata Party in Assam, a possible return of the United Democratic Front in Kerala, and continued dominance of the Dravida

By- Gaurav Bhagat, Founder, Gaurav Bhagat Academy Across India, a pattern is emerging that employers can no longer afford to ignore. Employees from manufacturing to service sectors are increasingly engaging in demonstrations and protests, not just for higher pay but for clarity, fairness, and trust. Strikes and protests are less of a resistance to change,

Bhubaneswar, Apr 30 (BNP): The India Meteorological Department (IMD) in Bhubaneswar has issued a short-term weather alert forecasting thunderstorm activity accompanied by lightning and light to moderate rainfall in parts of Odisha within the next three hours. As per the nowcast issued at 06:55 am, wind speeds may reach 30–40 kmph, with gusts up to