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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 […]

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

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

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

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

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

Apr 14 (BNP): On the auspicious occasion of Maha Bishuba Sankranti, which marks the Odia New Year, warm greetings and wishes were extended by the country’s top leaders to the people of Odisha. President Droupadi Murmu conveyed her heartfelt greetings to citizens across India and abroad, noting the cultural significance of the day alongside other regional

The luxury fashion industry is undergoing a major shift as it moves from purely traditional craftsmanship toward technology-driven innovation. While luxury fashion still represents exclusivity, artistry, and superior quality, modern consumers now expect more personalization, faster innovation, and sustainable practices. Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful tool helping fashion brands understand customer preferences,

Apr 14 (BNP): Every year on April 14, India observes Ambedkar Jayanti, marking the birth of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar—a figure whose influence goes far beyond history books and constitutional pages. It is a day when India pauses to remember not just a leader, but an idea: that dignity is not granted by society—it is an

Bhubaneswar, Apr 14 (BNP): In a major relief to residents amid soaring summer temperatures, the Odisha government has announced that no electricity connections will be disconnected for non-payment of dues during the ongoing heatwave. The directive was issued by Deputy Chief Minister K. V. Singh Deo to the state’s Energy Department and power distribution companies