Alt Capital, a SEBI-registered Category II AIF manager, today announced the launch of AltCap Yield Fund III (AYF III), the third scheme under its existing Alternative Investment Fund platform. The firm has partnered with FundsIndia Private Wealth to raise Rs.  1,000 crore, with an additional Rs.  200 crore green shoe option. The launch builds on the strong track record of...

The Directorate of Admissions at Manipal University Jaipur successfully organized an Open House at the Smt. Vasanti R. Pai Auditorium, drawing a large number of prospective students and their parents.   Open House organised by Manipal University Jaipur The programme commenced with a welcome address by Dr. Madhura Yadav, Dean–Student Welfare, who highlighted the university’s commitment to creating a supportive...

Unveils recycled plastic benches and waste collection bins under its Bottles for Change Initiative Collection of 219 metric tonnes of used plastic from Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation in the year 2025-26   Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd ., in partnership with the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC), today unveiled recycled plastic benches and plastic collection bins at a ceremony held at the PCMC...

Chennai, April 17 (BNP): Bounteous, an AI Services firm, hosted the Chennai Salesforce Trailblazer Community Meetup at its Chennai Collaboration Center on 11th April. The event brought together Salesforce practitioners and industry leaders across admin, developer, and architect roles for a grounded exchange on how enterprise platforms are evolving in practice. Sessions examined how Salesforce platforms are being implemented at...

  Apr 17 (BNP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed to Members of Parliament to support the Women’s Reservation Bill, calling for collective agreement on the legislation. He urged all political parties to work together to ensure smooth passage of the bill, which seeks to increase women’s representation in Parliament and state legislatures. The proposal is viewed as a significant...

Apr 17 (BNP): LPG demand has shown signs of moderation, with daily bookings falling to around 46–50 lakh, while supply conditions remain normal, according to the government. Officials said the decline in bookings reflects temporary fluctuations in consumption patterns, but there is no disruption in availability or distribution across the country. The government clarified that LPG supply continues to be...

Apr 17 (BNP): Uttar Pradesh’s hockey programme has recorded a notable rise in performance, winning 21 medals in recent competitions and highlighting the growing strength of grassroots development in the sport. The steady improvement reflects better training infrastructure, talent identification, and increased focus on nurturing young players at the state level. Officials and coaches said the progress demonstrates how structured...

Apr 17 (BNP): The Indian rupee rose by 25 paise to 92.95 against the US dollar in early trade on Friday, supported by improved domestic market sentiment and easing pressure on the currency. The rupee opened stronger compared to its previous close of 93.20, aided by positive cues from equity markets and expectations of easing geopolitical tensions. Reports suggesting that...