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Nepal: Unveils 100-Point Reform Agenda Under Balendra Shah, Signals Gen Z-Led Governance Shift
Kathmandu, April 13: Nepal’s newly formed government under Prime Minister Balendra Shah has unveiled an ambitious ‘Good Governance Blueprint 2082’ alongside a sweeping 100-point reform agenda, marking a decisive push to overhaul governance, digitise public services, and reshape the country’s economic and institutional framework. Approved during the first Cabinet meeting at Singha Durbar, the reform…
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India, Oman Explore Ways to Strengthen Trade and Investment Ties
New Delhi, Apr 13 (BNP): India and Oman have discussed ways to enhance bilateral trade and investment, focusing on expanding economic cooperation between the two countries. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal held discussions with Oman’s Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion Minister Anwar bin Hilal bin Hamdoun Al Jabri on strengthening economic relations and identifying…
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Odisha Focuses on Women Empowerment, Highlights Role of ‘Women-Led Development’ Vision
Apr 13 (BNP): Odisha has reiterated its commitment to women empowerment, highlighting the importance of “Women-led Development” as a central pillar of inclusive growth. Officials said the vision shared by the Prime Minister during a recent address has brought renewed focus on strengthening and empowering women, helping them become more self-reliant and confident. The guidance…
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Women’s T20 World Cup Sees Historic Prize Money Boost
Dubai, Apr 13 (BNP): The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a record prize fund of ₹82 crore for the upcoming Women’s T20 World Cup, set to be hosted in England and Wales later this year. The total prize pool marks a 10% increase compared to the previous edition, reflecting the growing investment in women’s…
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Women Account for 60 pc of Loans Under Mudra Scheme
Apr 13 (BNP): The Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY), the government’s flagship scheme for micro and small enterprises, continues to show strong participation from women borrowers, who now hold around 60% of total loan accounts under the programme. The scheme, aimed at providing collateral-free credit to small entrepreneurs, has played a key role in supporting self-employment…
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Indore SEZ Exports Rise 10.5 pc to Cross INR 14,000 Crore in FY26
New Delhi, Apr 13 (BNP): Indore’s Special Economic Zone (SEZ) recorded a steady growth in exports, with shipments rising by around 10.5% to reach ₹14,302 crore in the financial year 2025–26, despite global economic uncertainties. Officials from the Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry said the growth was supported by strong order pipelines from overseas…
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Krisumi Unveils ‘The Forest Reserve’ on Dwarka Expressway, Targets INR 4,000 Crore Revenue
Krisumi unveils “The Forest Reserve,” the next phase of its ultra-luxury project on Dwarka Expressway, spanning ~1.67 million sq. ft. with ~₹4,000 crore revenue potential Gurugram, April 13: Celebrating a decade of partnership between Japan’s Sumitomo Corporation and India’s Krishna Group, Mr. Ashok Kapur, Chairman of Krishna Group and Krisumi Corporation, addressed a distinguished gathering of…
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Sensex Drops Over 700 Points Amid Global Uncertainty
New Delhi, Apr 13 (BNP): Indian equity markets ended lower on Monday, with benchmark indices slipping nearly 1% amid rising global tensions and concerns over crude oil prices. The decline came after reports of stalled US-Iran negotiations, which heightened fears of a prolonged geopolitical conflict and its potential impact on global energy markets. The BSE…
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EU Sustainability Governance: A Solid Foundation for the Rapid Expansion of the Hydrogen Sector
The wars in Ukraine and the Middle East once again highlight the importance of an energy supply free from fossil fuels. Renewable hydrogen is a key component in finding a way out of this dependency and achieving climate targets, including for energy-intensive sectors. A new policy paper from the Research Institute for Sustainability (RIFS)…
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Iran Internet Access Remains Heavily Restricted for Weeks
Apr 13 (BNP): Internet services in Iran remain heavily disrupted, with a widespread blackout continuing for 45 days, according to network monitoring data. Reports indicate that international connectivity has been largely cut off for more than 1,056 hours, leaving users with limited or inconsistent access to global online services. In many regions, only restricted domestic…
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