The 9th edition of the India 2030 Leadership Conclave 2026 concluded successfully at the iconic ITC Maratha, bringing together senior policymakers, corporate leaders, institutional heads, and enterprise builders to deliberate on India’s growth roadmap towards the next decade. The conclave was graced by Chief Guest Pratap Sarnaik, Hon’ble Minister of Transport, Government of Maharashtra, reinforcing the platform’s standing as a...

Some claims you make. Some claims you prove. Kansai Nerolac chose the harder path. In a first-of-its kind scientific validation in the Indian paint industry, Kansai Nerolac, one of India's iconic and most trusted paint brands launched a stratospheric balloon to 86,000 feet above Earth. The balloon carried a payload painted with Kansai Nerolac’ s Excel Everlast paint to demonstrate...

New Delhi, Apr 20:  The  International   Jagni   Maha   Mahotsav  commenced with great spiritual fervour at Shri Krishna Pranami Mangaldham, Namchi, with Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang leading the inaugural ceremony and addressing a large gathering of devotees. The Chief Minister was accompanied by MLAs, Panchayat representatives, senior government officials, and administrative officers, marking a strong presence of...

Apr 20 (BNP): In a symbolic moment highlighting growing India–South Korea business ties,  Lee Jae-yong took a selfie with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung during a state luncheon at Samsung’s Noida facility on Monday. The interaction underscored the importance of India as a major global manufacturing hub for Samsung, particularly in the electronics and...

Digital travel platform Agoda reveals that Indian Gen Z travelers are reshaping travel into a more regular, experience-led part of life, favoring shorter, more frequent trips over traditional longer holidays. The findings point to a generation prioritizing flexibility, accessibility, and discovery-driven travel, as they look to integrate trips more seamlessly into their routines.   Frequent, Short Trips Redefine Travel Patterns...

New Delhi, Apr 20 (BNP): India’s macroeconomic outlook continues to show resilience despite ongoing global uncertainties, even as domestic equity markets appear to be entering a phase of near-term correction, according to a latest assessment by HDFC Securities . The report observed that India’s growth remains supported by strong domestic demand, steady consumption trends, and continued government-led infrastructure spending. These...

New Delhi, Apr 20 (BNP): India’s trade engagement with its Free Trade Agreement (FTA) partners has strengthened, with their share in the country’s overall trade rising to 28.8% , according to an assessment by NITI Aayog . The report highlights that while trade diversification is gradually improving, India’s export basket remains heavily concentrated in gems and jewellery , indicating continued...

Apr20(BNP): Tensions between the United States and Iran have further intensified after U.S. President Donald Trump stated that a U.S. Navy destroyer fired on and seized an Iran-flagged cargo vessel attempting to evade a naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. The vessel reportedly ignored repeated warnings before being disabled and taken into custody by U.S. forces. The incident marks...