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  • MS Dhoni Named Goodwill Ambassador for Cars24’s ‘Crashfree India’ Initiative

    New Delhi, Apr 15 (BNP): Former Indian cricket captain MS Dhoni has been appointed as the Goodwill Ambassador for Cars24’s ‘Crashfree India’ campaign, an initiative aimed at promoting safer driving habits across the country. Through this association, Dhoni will support efforts to raise awareness about road safety and encourage responsible driving practices among motorists. The campaign…

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  • JioHotstar & Warner Bros. Discovery Expand Partnership with HBO Max Launch in India

    Mumbai, April 15: JioHotstar and Warner Bros. Discovery [WBD] today announced a  partnership expansion that brings HBO Max to India on JioHotstar, establishing the platform as  the exclusive home for HBO Max in the market. Launching today, the HBO Max hub offers an  unrivalled collection from iconic global brands, including HBO, Max Originals, Warner Bros. …

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  • Indian Railways Announces Special Trains from Odisha for Summer Rush

    Apr 15 (BNP): To manage the surge in passenger demand during the summer holiday season, Indian Railways has announced the operation of several special trains connecting Odisha with major cities across India. The move is aimed at easing travel pressure on regular services and offering passengers more convenient and comfortable options during peak vacation time.…

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  • GIA 2.0 Soon to Expand Karnataka’s Tech Partnerships

    Apr 15 (BNP): Karnataka’s Global Innovation Alliance (GIA) has emerged as a strong platform for international technology collaboration, helping connect startups, innovators, and institutions across global markets. The initiative has facilitated partnerships between Karnataka-based startups and global innovation ecosystems, strengthening knowledge exchange and access to international opportunities. Officials said the programme has helped position Karnataka…

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  • NBFCs to Rely More on Bank Borrowings in FY27 Amid Lower Interest Rates

    Apr 15 (BNP): Non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) in India are expected to depend more on bank borrowings in FY27 as lower interest rates make bank funding more attractive, according to a rating agency report. The report noted that the share of bank borrowings in overall NBFC funding rose to about 43% in FY26, supported by…

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  • FICCI Appoints Anant Swarup as Secretary General

    New Delhi, Apr 15 (BNP): The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) has appointed Anant Swarup as its Secretary General with immediate effect. FICCI said the appointment strengthens its senior leadership structure, while Jyoti Vij will continue to serve as Director General. Anant Swarup brings over 30 years of experience in public…

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  • PANVIS STAR Robotic System Advances Remote Mechanical Thrombectomy Technology

    Apr 15 (BNP): PANVIS STAR, a vascular interventional robotic system developed by Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Biomedical Robot Co., Ltd. (abrobo), is being positioned as a major advancement in neurointerventional treatment for ischemic stroke. Ischemic stroke remains a leading global health concern, with millions of new cases reported each year. Access to mechanical thrombectomy (MT),…

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  • Gold ETFs AUM Surges to INR 1.7 Lakh Crore in March Amid Global Uncertainty

    New Delhi, Apr 15 (BNP): Gold exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in India recorded strong growth in March 2026, with total assets under management (AUM) rising to ₹1,71,468.4 crore. According to ICRA Analytics data, the AUM has nearly tripled compared to the same period last year, reflecting rising investor interest in gold as a safe-haven asset amid…

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  • Odisha to Roll Out Slot Booking System for Puri Jagannath Temple Darshan

    Apr 15 (BNP): The Odisha government is set to introduce a slot-based booking system for darshan at the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri, while retaining the existing queue (dhadi) system, Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan said on Wednesday. He stated that both systems will operate simultaneously to improve crowd management and ensure a smoother darshan experience…

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  • ICRISAT Strengthens South–South Collaboration through ISSCA and ITEC Global Training Programs

    Four specialized courses equip global practitioners with science-based regenerative agriculture, digital technologies, crop improvement, and seed systems Apr  15: Across the Global South, agriculture is emerging as a shared challenge that demands scalable solutions, stronger partnerships, and faster knowledge exchange. Addressing this need requires science-led approaches that combine innovation, capacity building, and global collaboration. To…

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