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Country Club Hospitality & Holidays Ltd sheds ₹600 Crore debt, emerges profitable to chart new Himalayan horizons

Bhubaneswar: Country Club Hospitality & Holidays Ltd (CCHHL), a pioneer in India’s leisure industry, today scripted a monumental turnaround story. The company has successfully erased a daunting debt burden of over ₹600 crores, transforming itself into a completely debt-free and profitable entity as of Q1 FY 2025-26. This financial renaissance marks a powerful new chapter…

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India Introduces Biometric Authentication for UPI Payments from October 8

Bhubaneswar: In a major step to simplify digital payments, India will allow users to authorize transactions on the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) using facial recognition and fingerprints, starting Wednesday, according to officials familiar with the matter. Currently, UPI transactions require a Personal Identification Number (PIN) for approval. The new system will link users’ Aadhaar-based biometrics…

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Odisha Joins National ‘Swadeshi Campaign’ to Boost Handloom and Textile Sector

Bhubaneswar: Odisha has joined the nationwide ‘Swadeshi Campaign’ launched by the Ministry of Textiles to promote domestic demand for Indian-made handloom, handicraft, and textile products. The campaign, part of the government’s Vocal for Local initiative, aims to strengthen traditional industries, empower artisans, and showcase India’s cultural craftsmanship to younger generations. The state’s renowned Sambalpuri, Bomkai,…

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Center Launches ‘Swadeshi Campaign’ to Boost Indian Textile Demand

Bhubaneswar: The Government of India has launched a nationwide ‘Swadeshi Campaign’ to promote domestic demand for Indian handloom, handicrafts, and textile products. The initiative, spearheaded by the Ministry of Textiles, aims to revive traditional industries and reposition Indian-made fabrics as symbols of pride, heritage, and modern lifestyle. Announcing the campaign, Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh…

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Clashes Erupt During Durga Puja Immersion in Cuttack; Several Injured

Bhubaneswar: Tension gripped Cuttack city late Tuesday night after violence broke out between two groups during a Durga Puja immersion procession. The clash, reportedly triggered by an argument over loud music, quickly escalated, prompting police intervention. According to eyewitnesses, the incident occurred near the Dargha Bazaar–Haathi Pokhari area when two processions converged. Heated arguments over…

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Times Black ICICI Bank Credit Cardholders, Powered by Visa, Experience an Iconic Evening at the Red Fort

Luxury Heritage Event, Combines Exclusively Curated Experience, Sufi Performance, and Gourmet High tea at Delhi’s Iconic Red Fort. NEW DELHI – Times Black ICICI Bank credit card, in partnership with Sabhyata Foundation, announces “An Evening at Red Fort,” an exclusive cultural experience designed specifically for Times Black ICICI Bank Credit . This landmark event reimagines…

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AIIMS Bhubaneswar Celebrates 13th Annual Day with Innovation and Compassion

  Achieves Remarkable Milestones in Patient Care and Medical Excellence       Over 11 lakh out-patients treated in the last year      Over 26 lakh ABHA digital e-health records successfully linked Ranked 14th in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2025, a leap from 31st in 2021        2nd Best Emerging Medical…

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Bhajanlal Heralded Festive Season with Onset of “Grand Puja Mahotsav” – Apple’s Latest Devices and OPPO’s New Entrant Enthralled Consumers

Kolkata: Bhajanlal Commercial Pvt. Ltd., Eastern India’s most venerated premium retail institution, inaugurated the Grand Puja Mahotsav this morning at 8:00 AM across all its showrooms and online portal www.bhajanlal.in . The occasion witnessed the unveiling of Apple’s much-anticipated iPhone 17 series, the latest Apple Watches and AirPods Pro 3, alongside the debut of OPPO’s…

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Bhajanlal Commercial Pvt. Ltd. Gears Up for Apple Puja Mahotsav Launch

Kolkata: With Puja festivities around the corner, Bhajanlal Commercial Pvt. Ltd., Eastern India’s most trusted premium retail name, is set to host the much-awaited Apple Puja Mahotsav Launch on September 19 at 8:00am across all Bhajanlal showrooms and its online platform www.bhajanlal.in. Customers will be among the first in India to order Apple’s latest iPhone 17 lineup, Watch series, and AirPods…

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OPPO India launches F31 5G Series: The Best Smartphone for Durability with Smooth and powerful performance

With Snapdragon and Dimensity processors, six-year fluency certification, and Jio & TÜV-certified connectivity, the F31 Series sets a new benchmark for durability in India’s mid-range segment. Built for India’s heat and hustle: smooth at 43°C, powered a 7,000mAh long-life battery, Hunter Antenna 2.0 for network, AI imaging and AI Productivity tools for shopkeepers, riders, and…

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