Butterfly Gandhimathi Appliances Reports Strong Growth in Q4 and FY26 Results

Butterfly Gandhimathi Appliances Ltd. announced a strong financial performance for the fourth quarter and full financial year ended March 31, 2026, driven by robust demand across product categories and continued focus on operational efficiency. The company reported a 16.6 percent year-on-year rise in Q4 revenue to ₹218 crore, while annual revenue for FY26 increased 9 percent to ₹943 crore. EBITDA for the quarter grew 19.7 percent to ₹20 crore, with margins improving to 8.9 percent. For the full year, EBITDA rose 22 percent to ₹80 crore, while profit after tax…

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FICCI FLO Launches Landmark Women-Led Drone Skilling Initiative, Targets 1,000 Certified Women Pilots by 2027

New Delhi: In a major step towards women-led technological empowerment, FICCI FLO has signed three landmark Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with Garuda Aerospace, NEOSKY India and YRG to launch one of India’s most ambitious drone skill development programmes for women. The initiative aims to train 1,000 DGCA-certified women drone pilots by March 2027 across the country. The MoUs were signed in New Delhi by Pooja Garg along with Deki Yangtso Chawla. Representatives from partner organisations included Ritika Agniswar, Co-founder of Garuda Aerospace, Sarath Chandra, CEO of NEOSKY India, and AK…

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Grand Old Party’s Old Guard Paradox

New Delhi | Political currents in India are witnessing a decisive shift, with the contest between the Indian National Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party entering a new phase. While the Congress appears to be finding renewed confidence in southern India, its struggle to reinvent itself in the Hindi heartland of North India continues to raise difficult questions about leadership, generational change, and organisational inertia. South India: a story of tactical maturity In contrast to its northern challenges, the Congress under Rahul Gandhi has demonstrated a more adaptive political approach in…

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Bengal Has Rediscovered Itself

by Hardeep Singh Puri Bengal, once the undisputed industrial and commercial powerhouse of Asia, is being described as a state in the midst of a dramatic political and economic correction. The editorial traces a long arc—from colonial-era prosperity to post-independence industrial dominance, followed by decades of decline and alleged institutional decay, and finally a decisive electoral shift in 2026. There was a time when Howrah was called the “Sheffield of Asia.” The jute mills along the Hooghly River formed one of the most powerful industrial belts of the subcontinent. Kolkata—then…

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IIT Kanpur Researchers Show How Lasers Can Precisely Control and Steer Droplets

Kanpur: Researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, in collaboration with scientists from the Indian Institute of Science Bangalore and the University of Lübeck, Germany, have developed a predictive framework to precisely control the propulsion and breakup of liquid droplets using laser pulses. The findings, published in the prestigious journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS), provide new insights into laser–matter interactions and could advance technologies ranging from targeted drug delivery and inkjet printing to laser-assisted manufacturing and biomedical applications. The study demonstrates that microscopic liquid droplets…

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District Magistrate Takes Strict Action Over Alleged Misuse of Government Land Records in Bareilly

Bareilly: Avinash Singh has ordered strict action against officials and employees allegedly involved in the misuse of government land records and illegal implementation of revenue proceedings in favour of private individuals in village Jyorha Makrandpur under Nawabganj tehsil of Bareilly district. According to the district administration, the action was taken after irregularities were found in matters related to government land, where photocopies of official records were allegedly used to facilitate revenue implementation in favour of private parties. Tehsildar Attached to Collectorate, Officials Suspended As part of the action, Dushyant Pratap…

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District Magistrate Inspects Development Works at Lilaur Lake in Bareilly

Bareilly: Avinash Singh conducted a field inspection of the ongoing development works at Lilaur Lake in Aonla tehsil of Bareilly district. During the inspection, the District Magistrate reviewed various tourism and infrastructure-related projects being developed around the lake area. He also took a boating ride in the lake and instructed officials to ensure that all safety standards are strictly maintained for visitors. The District Magistrate also travelled on the family train operating at the site and appreciated its functioning. He directed officials from the Basic Education Department and Secondary Education…

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Bareilly Secures Second Position in Uttar Pradesh in CM Dashboard Overall Rankings for April 2026

Bareilly: Bareilly has secured the second position in the overall rankings of the Chief Minister’s Dashboard for April 2026, according to rankings released by the Chief Minister’s Office. The achievement has been credited to the efficient leadership, continuous monitoring, and regular review meetings conducted by District Magistrate Avinash Singh. Officials stated that consistent guidance and close supervision by the District Magistrate played a key role in improving the district’s performance across various sectors. Strong Performance in Development and Revenue Categories As per the rankings, Bareilly secured the fourth position in…

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Prof. S.B. Singh Memorial International Value Added Lecture Series Concludes at Rohilkhand University

Bareilly: The three-day “Prof. S.B. Singh Memorial International Value Added Lecture Series,” organised by the Faculty of Management at Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University under the guidance of Vice-Chancellor Prof. K.P. Singh, concluded successfully on Sunday. The lecture series aimed to promote the holistic development of students and teachers by integrating education, skill development, ethical values, and technological innovation. Throughout the event, several national and international speakers shared their perspectives on contemporary education, professional skills, moral values, and technological advancement. Experts Highlight Value-Based and Skill-Oriented Education During the first session…

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Transport Department Cracks Down on Modified Silencer Bullet Bikes in Gonda, 32 Challaned and 3 Seized

Gonda: In a major drive to ensure road safety and enforce traffic regulations, the Transport Department in Gonda launched a special checking campaign on Monday against Bullet motorcycles fitted with modified silencers producing excessive noise. The action created panic among vehicle owners and riders across the district. The campaign was conducted under the leadership of R.C. Bhartiya, during which vehicles were inspected at several locations across the district. Authorities specifically targeted motorcycles equipped with modified silencers that generate unusually loud sounds and contribute to noise pollution. During the inspection drive,…

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