US Fed Likely to Pause Rate Hikes as Inflation Risks Persist

New Delhi, Apr 29 (BNP): The US Federal Reserve is expected to keep its key interest rates unchanged in its upcoming policy decision, as it continues to assess inflation risks linked to ongoing global tensions and volatile energy prices. According to market observers, although inflation has moderated in recent months, uncertainties driven by geopolitical developments […]

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AI Pressure to Keep IT Services Growth Near 3 pc: Kotak Report

New Delhi, Apr 29 (BNP): India’s IT services sector is likely to witness restrained growth of around 3 per cent as artificial intelligence-led efficiencies continue to put pressure on pricing and margins, according to a Kotak Institutional Equities report. The report states that while AI adoption is improving productivity and operational efficiency across IT firms,

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Formula 1 driver Romain Grosjean partners with GPEI to ‘finish the race’ against Polio for World Immunisation Week

APRIL 29, 2026 – During World Immunisation Week (24-30 April), the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) is launching The Last Square Campaign to raise awareness of the urgent need to end polio, in partnership with Formula 1 driver Romain Grosjean.   Drawing inspiration from the global spectacle of Formula 1 and Grosjean’s personal connection to

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Diversions Announced to Ensure Security and Smooth Traffic Movement on April 30

Bhubaneswar, Apr 29 (BNP): The Commissionerate Police, Bhubaneswar-Cuttack has issued a traffic advisory imposing restrictions on several key routes in the city on April 30, in view of the one-day special session of the 17th Odisha Legislative Assembly. The restrictions will be effective from 7 am and are intended to ensure smooth traffic flow and

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PhonePe Surpasses 700 Million Registered Users, Accelerates Growth Momentum

Apr 29: PhonePe, announced that it has crossed the milestone of 700 million (70 crores) life-till-date registered users on its platform as on April 29, 2026. This milestone highlights PhonePe’s population-scale reach in India and the breadth of its digital platform offerings across payments and financial services distribution. It also reflects the company’s sustained growth, driven

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Orange Health Labs hits INR 180 Cr ARR in FY26 & posts 65 Percent CAGR growth for 3 straight years

29 Apr: Orange Health Labs today announced strong financial performance for FY26, reporting ₹138 crore in revenue and exiting the year at a ₹180 crore ARR, marking a 65% year-on-year growth for both LTM revenue and ARR. With over 3 million orders served to date, the company reinforces its position as India’s fastest diagnostic lab and among the fastest-growing consumer healthcare brands in the country. Headquartered in Bengaluru, the company has scaled

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Global Experts Highlight India’s Expanding Role in Technology, Economy and Geopolitics

New Delhi, Apr (BNP): India is increasingly being recognised as an important force in global stability, economic growth and technological development, global experts said during the “Resilient Futures Summit 2026” held in New Delhi. Experts noted that amid rising geopolitical tensions, trade disruptions and global uncertainty, India is emerging as a key economy contributing to

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Silver Futures Fall to INR 2.36 Lakh/kg Amid Dollar Strength and Oil Price Pressure

New Delhi, April 29: Silver prices declined in futures trade on Wednesday as investors reduced positions amid a stronger US dollar and rising crude oil prices, which weighed on overall bullion demand. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), silver futures for May delivery fell by ₹1,137, or 0.48%, to ₹2,36,208 per kilogram, with a trading

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India and UK Defence Ties Strengthen During CDS Gen Anil Chauhan’s UK Visit

New Delhi, Apr 29 (BNP): The visit of Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan to the United Kingdom has reinforced growing defence cooperation between India and the UK, marking a significant step in strengthening strategic ties between the two nations, according to the British High Commission. The discussions during the visit focused on

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