10, Apr 2026
World Homoeopathy Day 2026: India Emphasises Homoeopathy for Sustainable Health
New Delhi, Apr 10 (BNP): World Homoeopathy Day is being observed on April 10, commemorating the birth anniversary of Dr. Samuel Hahnemann, the German physician who founded homoeopathy in the late 18th century. This year’s theme, “Homoeopathy for Sustainable Health,” highlights the growing focus on holistic and long-term wellness through alternative systems of medicine.
Homoeopathy, derived from the Greek words “homoios” (similar) and “pathos” (suffering), is based on the principle of treating illness with highly diluted substances that produce symptoms similar to the disease in healthy individuals. The system was formalised by Hahnemann in 1796 and continues to be guided by his foundational work, Organon of Medicine.
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Two core principles define homoeopathy: “like cures like,” which suggests that substances causing symptoms in a healthy person may help treat similar symptoms in a patient; and the “law of minimum dose,” which advocates the use of highly diluted remedies to stimulate the body’s natural healing process while reducing side effects.
Homoeopathic medicines are typically prepared from natural sources such as plants, minerals, and animal products through processes of dilution and succussion. They are administered in various forms, including tablets, globules, and liquid preparations. A key feature of the system is its individualised treatment approach, where therapy is tailored to a patient’s overall physical and mental condition rather than focusing solely on the disease.
India remains one of the largest centres for homoeopathy in the world. According to official data, the country has around 3.45 lakh registered homoeopathy doctors, 8,593 dispensaries, 277 educational institutions, and 34 research centres, reflecting its strong institutional base.
Homoeopathy was introduced in India in 1810, when German missionaries first brought its medicines to the country. Over time, it has become an integral part of India’s pluralistic healthcare system, supported by a growing workforce and expanding public acceptance.
Officials and experts note that the system continues to evolve through research and education, with increasing emphasis on evidence-based practice and integration into broader healthcare goals. The observance of World Homoeopathy Day also serves to promote awareness about its role in preventive care and sustainable health systems.
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- By Neel Achary
10, Apr 2026
Priyanka Singh Promoted to EVP, Operations & CFO at Litera, Taking on Expanded Strategic Role as Litera Sees Ongoing Strong Growth
HOLMDEL, N.J. and CHICAGO – Apr. 10 – Litera, a leading legal AI platform provider that unifies the practice and business of law, announced the promotion of Priyanka Singh to Executive Vice President, Operations & Chief Financial Officer. Since joining Litera one year ago as CFO, Priyanka has expanded her impact beyond financial leadership, overseeing support and services, legal, and HR, and playing a central role in the company’s operational transformation. Her elevated title reflects the scope she has taken on, and the transformation she has led, helping reshape the company into a customer‑first organization and redefining how Litera partners with customers.
“From day one, Priyanka has shown a relentless drive to do right by our customers, and that commitment is showing up where it matters most,” said Avaneesh Marwaha, CEO of Litera. “What sets Priyanka apart is that she never stops at the balance sheet. She brings a CFO’s discipline to every corner of the business, and it’s her genuine care for our customers that has truly set the tone. Sentiment in the market is up, and Priyanka’s promotion reflects the direct impact her leadership has had on delivering the operational foundation behind our mission to pave the path for the future of law.”
Priyanka brings more than 20 years of experience in financial strategy, operations, and organizational transformation to her expanded role. Her background spans public and private companies focused on SaaS, mergers, and acquisitions at Togetherwork, Global Payments Inc., Heartland Payment Systems, and several verticals at General Electric. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Chartered Accountant (CA).
During her first year at Litera, Priyanka has also been instrumental in the company’s return-to-office initiative, overseeing the opening of seven offices and building a culture of in-person collaboration that employees are choosing to embrace. That cultural shift reflects her broader leadership philosophy that strategy only works when it translates into concrete priorities at every level of the organization.
“Litera is at an exciting point in its growth,” said Priyanka Singh. “The opportunity in front of us to help law firms unify the practice and business of law through AI requires operational excellence and a dedication to customers that matches our technology ambition. I’m energized by what we’ve built in the past year, and even more so by what we’re positioned to build for the next decade on a foundation of 30 years of unmatched legal expertise along with our rapid pace of innovation.”
Litera’s pedigree of 30 years of legal expertise, combined with the AI capabilities embedded across its platform through Lito, its award-winning legal AI agent, positions the company as the only legal AI platform built to unify the practice and business of law. Priyanka’s expanded role strengthens the operational foundation to execute that vision.
10, Apr 2026
Massive Voter Turnout Drives High-Voltage Polling in Assam, Kerala & Puducherry
Democracy in Action: Voters Turn Out in Huge Numbers Across 3 States
Apr 10, (BNP): Polling for the 2026 Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, and the Union Territory of Puducherry progressed smoothly on Thursday, recording strong voter participation across all regions.
According to the Election Commission of India, voter turnout by 5 p.m. stood at 84.42% in Assam, 75.01% in Kerala, and 86.92% in Puducherry, reflecting robust public engagement in the democratic process.
In Assam, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma cast his vote in Jalukbari, a constituency he has represented since 2001. He was accompanied by his family and earlier offered prayers at the revered Kamakhya Temple. Jalukbari continues to remain his political stronghold over the past two decades.
Polling is being conducted for 126 Assembly seats in Assam, 140 in Kerala, and 30 in Puducherry, with counting of votes scheduled for May 4.
Kerala witnessed participation from over 2.69 crore eligible voters across 140 constituencies, including more than 1.38 crore women, 1.31 crore men, and 277 third-gender voters. Around 4.24 lakh voters are in the 18–19 age group, while over 2 lakh are above 85 years. A total of 30,471 polling stations were set up. The electoral battle is primarily between the Left Democratic Front led by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and the Congress-led United Democratic Front.
Assam has over 2.5 crore eligible voters, with 722 candidates contesting across 126 seats. The electorate includes more than 1.25 crore male and 1.25 crore female voters, along with 318 transgender and over 63,000 service voters. Notably, 6.42 lakh voters are aged 18–19, while more than 2.5 lakh are above 80 years. Webcasting was enabled at all 31,490 polling stations, with 1.51 lakh personnel deployed to ensure smooth conduct. The contest is mainly between the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance and a Congress-led alliance.
In Puducherry, over 10.14 lakh voters are eligible to vote across 30 constituencies, including 5.39 lakh women, 4.74 lakh men, and 157 third-gender voters. Around 24,156 voters are aged 18–19, while 6,034 are above 85 years. The contest is primarily between the All India NR Congress-led NDA and the Congress-DMK alliance, with Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam also fielding candidates.
Meanwhile, bypolls in select constituencies recorded moderate turnout, including Bagalkot (65.68%) and Davanagere South (63.04%) in Karnataka, Koridang (80.62%) in Nagaland, and Dharmanagar (79.84%) in Tripura.
Election authorities have ensured peaceful polling with tight security and efficient arrangements, while officials have praised the enthusiastic participation of voters, underscoring the strength of democratic engagement across the regions.
10, Apr 2026
TCS Slips 3 pc as March Quarter Results Fail to Impress Investors
New Delhi,Apr 10 (BNP): Shares of India’s largest IT services company, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) came under pressure on Friday, falling over 3% in early trade after its March quarter results failed to meet investor expectations.
The stock declined by about 3.25% to ₹2,503.45 on the BSE, while on the NSE it slipped nearly 3.24% to ₹2,505, reflecting broad-based selling pressure following the earnings announcement.
Investor sentiment turned cautious as the results did not provide strong triggers for fresh buying, leading to profit booking in the heavyweight IT stock.
Market participants said the reaction indicates muted near-term expectations from the IT sector, which continues to face global demand uncertainties and margin pressures.
Despite the decline, analysts note that TCS remains a key benchmark stock for the Indian IT industry, and its performance is closely tracked for broader sector cues.
10, Apr 2026
Gold, Silver Edge Lower on MCX as Investors Book Profits
New Delhi, Apr 10 (BNP): Gold and silver prices edged lower on Friday in the domestic futures market, as investors booked profits and demand for safe-haven assets eased.
On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures fell by around 0.5–1%, touching an intraday low of ₹1,52,561 per 10 grams. The yellow metal later recovered slightly but continued to trade weaker during the session.
Silver futures also came under pressure, declining about 0.7% to an intraday low of ₹2,42,067 per kilogram, compared to the previous close.
During the trading session, gold hit a high of ₹1,52,990 per 10 grams before slipping again, while silver also saw intraday volatility.
Market analysts said the decline was mainly driven by profit-taking at higher levels, along with a temporary reduction in safe-haven buying interest.
Despite the dip, traders continue to watch global cues and currency movements closely, which are likely to influence precious metal prices in the coming sessions.
10, Apr 2026
Growing Concerns Over Social Media’s Impact on Child Development
Excessive internet use and prolonged time on social media among young children, instead of playing and studying, has become a growing global concern.
Apr 10, (BNP): Global concern is intensifying over the adverse effects of excessive internet and social media use on children’s overall development. Experts highlight that prolonged screen time—particularly exceeding three hours daily—can significantly increase the risk of mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and poor sleep quality.
Studies indicate that excessive engagement with social media platforms exposes children to cyberbullying, unrealistic body image standards, and harmful or inappropriate content. These factors can negatively influence emotional well-being and psychological stability at a crucial stage of development.
In addition to mental health concerns, overuse of digital platforms is also linked to reduced face-to-face social interaction, leading to weaker communication and interpersonal skills. Educators have further observed declining attention spans and a noticeable impact on academic performance among students who spend extended hours online.
Child development specialists, educators, and health professionals are calling for urgent measures to address the issue. They emphasize the need for increased parental supervision, the promotion of healthy digital habits, and encouraging children to engage in physical activities, reading, and real-world social interactions.
Authorities and stakeholders are urged to collaborate in creating awareness and implementing guidelines that ensure a balanced and responsible use of technology among children, safeguarding their future well-being.
10, Apr 2026
WhereWeGo Launches New Initiative, Inviting Industry to Help Shape Development of Workforce Tools
NEW ORLEANS, LA — April 9, 2026— WhereWeGo, a leading workforce technology company founded by former educators, today announced the launch of WhereWeGo Labs, a new initiative to build fast, free workforce tools around real problems workers and workforce organizations face every day.
The initiative responds to a growing gap in the workforce ecosystem: too often, tools are slow to build, expensive to maintain and ultimately underutilized after launch. The workforce field generates an enormous amount of research, reports and strategy documents, but relatively few lightweight tools that translate those ideas into practical use for workers. AI now makes it possible to build those tools much faster and cheaper. WhereWeGo Labs will launch new workforce tools every 30 days and is inviting workers, workforce practitioners, training providers and partners to suggest problems the team should tackle next.
“Everyone recognizes the need to fill jobs in high-growth industries like advanced manufacturing, yet most people would struggle to name even three of the roles in that field,” said Ben Ifshin, co-founder and CEO of WhereWeGo. “That is exactly the kind of gap WhereWeGo Labs is built to tackle. We’re launching fast, building in public, and inviting workers, practitioners, and partners to tell us what problems we should solve next.
Founded by two former public high school teachers, WhereWeGo has built digital platforms that have helped more than three million Americans explore careers, training programs and career pathways. The company’s work spans multiple regions and partners, with a focus on connecting workers, employers and training providers.
WhereWeGo Labs is built around two core goals: showing that useful workforce tools can now be built faster and more affordably, and tackling real problems faced by workers and workforce organizations whether or not they fit a traditional business case.
Initial tools currently in development, along with examples of the kinds of problems the WhereWeGo Labs initiative is designed to tackle, include:
- Training Program Navigation for Mississippi: Workers often struggle to find clear, trustworthy information about local training options. This tool helps people explore Mississippi training programs through a searchable, filterable experience built around the questions real workers are actually asking.
- Industry Clarity Score: Some industries have major opportunities, but from a worker’s perspective they can still feel opaque, fragmented or hard to enter. This tool evaluates how clear an industry is for workers by assessing barriers to entry, visibility into roles and pathways, and how easy it is to understand the steps needed to get started.
- “Am I Cooked?”: As AI reshapes the labor market, many workers have little clarity about whether their role is vulnerable or what to do next. This interactive tool helps individuals assess career risk and identify adjacent pathways using the latest research on AI-driven job displacement.
- Workforce Pell Eligibility Check: Many training providers and institutions are trying to understand whether their programs may qualify under emerging Workforce Pell guidelines. This tool helps them quickly assess eligibility questions in a policy environment that is still evolving.
- Can a Mom Actually Work Here: Many workplaces say they support families, but workers with caregiving responsibilities often face hidden barriers in practice. This tool helps organizations evaluate how supportive their workplace is and identify concrete ways to improve.
The launch of WhereWeGo Labs builds on the company’s broader approach: combining research, user data and real-world application to create light and easy-to-use tools that help to connect individuals with the right training and career pathways.
“When you build out in the open, you give your products a chance to evolve and get tangible feedback from real workers and practitioners,” said Leah Lykins, co-founder and chief product officer of WhereWeGo. “Our approach is to act fast, embrace imperfection and use real-world feedback to refine our tools. This means that we have a much greater chance of solving the problems that are real barriers for workers and those who try to serve them.”
The company’s latest report, informed by years of platform data, user behavior insights and work with workforce organizations across the country, highlights ongoing challenges in career navigation, training discovery and system complexity. WhereWeGo Labs extends that work by putting those insights into practice.
WhereWeGo invites workers, training providers, workforce organizations and other partners to explore the first WhereWeGo Labs tools and submit ideas for future builds. To learn more, visit labs.wherewego.org.
10, Apr 2026
BlueStone-backed Ethera launches ‘Akshaya Tritiya Edit,’ designed for life beyond the festival
BlueStone-backed Ethera, the lab-grown diamond jewellery brand, is marking this Akshaya Tritiya with a fresh perspective on festive buying, shifting the focus from one-day purchases to jewellery designed for everyday life. With its “Akshaya Tritiya Edit,” rooted in Ethera’s modern design language, the collection brings together pieces that are minimal yet expressive, meant to be worn across different occasions.
Ethera is working to shift the festive buying narrative in India, traditionally driven by ritual, where many consumers opt for gold coins as symbolic purchases, valued for investment but rarely worn. The brand positions jewellery as a more practical alternative, combining long-term value with everyday usability.
As consumer preferences evolve, Ethera has noticed a shift toward pieces that integrate into daily life. Rather than remaining stored away, jewellery is increasingly chosen for wearability and versatility. In this context, Ethera’s lightweight designs and lab-grown diamonds offer the same visual appeal as natural diamonds in formats suited to regular use, supporting the brand’s philosophy of “wear what you love every day.”
Spanning rings, earrings, pendants, and wristwear, the Akshaya Tritiya Edit features clean silhouettes, refined forms, and lightweight designs crafted for everyday styling. From solitaires to contemporary clusters, each piece can be layered, revisited, and lived in beyond a single occasion.
Commenting on the initiative, Nitesh Jain, Co-founder, Ethera, said:
“India’s jewellery sales crossed ₹12,000 crore during Akshaya Tritiya last year. Which is amazing, but what interests us is what happens after, the life a piece goes on to have. Does it stay locked away, or does it become part of your everyday? At Ethera, we design with that second life in mind. Jewellery should feel effortless to wear, because the real value of what you buy isn’t defined by the day you bought it, but by how often you choose to wear it after.”
Observed as one of the most auspicious days in the Hindu and Jain calendars, Akshaya Tritiya will be marked on Sunday, April 19, this year. The day is believed to bring enduring prosperity and good fortune, making it an ideal time for new beginnings and meaningful investments. Among its many traditions, buying jewellery, especially gold, continues to hold deep cultural significance as a symbol of wealth and security.
Building on this mindset, Ethera encourages consumers to explore fine jewellery that balances design with practicality. With lab-grown diamond pieces across accessible price points, including 9KT gold options, the brand makes it easier to choose jewellery that fits lifestyle and budget.
Adding a layer of personal expression, the collection offers customisation across gold purities, 9KT, 14KT, and 18KT, and finishes ranging from classic yellow to rose and subtle white gold. The result is jewellery that adapts to your mood, your style, and the many versions of you.
For the festive period, Ethera is offering up to 50% off on making charges and 20% off on diamonds, making it easier for customers to invest in pieces that hold value beyond the occasion.
As Ethera continues to strengthen its presence in everyday fine jewellery, this Akshaya Tritiya underlines its intent: jewellery isn’t for a day, it’s meant to be lived in, every day.
10, Apr 2026
Odisha Boosts Power Infrastructure with New Grid Substations and Transmission Lines
Bhubaneswar, Apr 10 (BNP): Odisha has taken a significant step towards strengthening its power infrastructure with the commissioning of new energy projects in the state capital region.
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, along with Deputy Chief Minister and Energy Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, visited the Grid Substation at Balianta after the inauguration of major power projects in Bhubaneswar.
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The state government has launched three new grid substations and eight key transmission lines aimed at improving electricity distribution and ensuring a stable power supply across the rapidly growing city.
Officials said the upgraded infrastructure will enhance the efficiency and reliability of power delivery, helping meet the increasing demand driven by urban expansion, industrial growth, and rising household consumption.
The new network is also expected to reduce transmission constraints and strengthen the overall energy system, ensuring better preparedness for future requirements.
During the visit, the Chief Minister reviewed the operational status of the Balianta Grid Substation and assessed the readiness of the newly commissioned facilities.
The initiative marks an important milestone in Odisha’s efforts to modernise its power sector and support long-term urban and economic development.
10, Apr 2026
Aparajita Sarangi Pushes for Revival of Bhubaneswar Metro Rail Project
Bhubaneswar, Apr 10 (BNP): In a formal appeal to Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, MP Aparajita Sarangi has urged the state government to reconsider the decision to halt the proposed Bhubaneswar Metro Rail Project, stressing its importance for the city’s long-term urban development.
Highlighting the rapid pace of population growth and urbanisation in Bhubaneswar, Sarangi said the city’s existing transport system is already under severe strain, leading to increasing traffic congestion in the capital and nearby areas. She noted that a metro rail network would provide a safer, faster, and more reliable public transport option for all sections of society, including women, senior citizens, children, and persons with disabilities.
She described the metro project as more than just a transport initiative, calling it a long-term investment in sustainable urban infrastructure and planned city growth.
On the economic front, the MP said the project could generate significant employment opportunities and attract fresh investments into the region. Improved connectivity to key cultural and religious landmarks such as the Lingaraj Temple, Dhauli, and ISKCON Temple Bhubaneswar, she added, could also give a strong boost to tourism and enhance the city’s profile as a modern urban centre.
Raising financial concerns, Sarangi pointed out that around ₹274 crore has already been spent on the project. She warned that stopping work at this stage could lead to a waste of public money and potentially increase costs if the project is restarted in the future.
She further emphasised that metro systems are long-term infrastructure assets that may not deliver immediate financial returns but provide substantial social and economic benefits over time.
Concluding her appeal, Sarangi urged the state government to consider public interest and long-term gains, and expressed willingness to work with the Centre to explore additional funding and support for the project.
The proposal to halt the Bhubaneswar Metro Rail Project has triggered fresh debate over urban mobility priorities and infrastructure planning in the state.
