Bhubaneswar: Fresh concerns have emerged over the future pace of Odisha’s widely recognised millet mission after the proposed budget allocation for the Shree Anna Abhiyan was reduced from ₹600 crore to ₹415 crore for 2026-27, marking a cut of nearly 31 percent. The reduction comes despite the programme reportedly achieving around 93 percent fund utilisation…
Bhubaneswar: Blossom Kochhar Aroma Magic, the premier aromatherapy company in India, proudly announced the relaunch of its iconic range of essential oils, now presented in an all-new, elegant avatar. Dr. Blossom Kochhar, Founder and Chairperson of Blossom Kochhar Group of Companies, while addressing a press conference in Guwahati, spoke about the essential oils and also…
Bhubaneswar: The Securities and Exchange Board of India will soon establish a branch office in Bhubaneswar, with plans to later develop a permanent facility in the city, according to SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey. The announcement is being viewed as a significant step towards strengthening capital market presence and financial sector outreach in Odisha. During…
Bhubaneswar: The Government of India has issued a clarification dismissing reports and social media claims suggesting that the Centre is planning to monetise gold held by temples and religious institutions across the country. According to the clarification, certain media reports and online posts falsely claimed that the government was preparing to issue gold bonds to…
Bhubaneswar: P.C. Chandra Group, an 85 plus-year legacy and one of the leading business houses from the East, with its esteemed luxury jewellery brand P.C. Chandra Jewellers, conferred the prestigious 33rd P.C. Chandra Puraskaar upon the legendary wordsmith Shri Javed Akhtar at a grand ceremony in Kolkata. Instituted by the P.C. Chandra Group, this award recognizes…
Bhubaneswar: Petrol and diesel prices across India have been increased for the second time within a week as global crude oil prices continue to surge amid the ongoing Iran conflict and instability in international energy markets. State-run oil companies on Tuesday raised petrol and diesel prices by around 90 paise per litre, just three days…
Bhubaneswar: Haldiram’s is set to make a major international expansion with the launch of its first restaurant in London at the iconic Leicester Square in June 2026. The upcoming outlet, spread across nearly 3,000 square feet, will offer a wide range of authentic Indian cuisine including street food, chaats, curries, sweets and traditional desserts. The…
Bhubaneswar: India’s seafood exports have reached an all-time high, touching nearly ₹72,000 crore in value, with export volumes rising to 19.32 lakh metric tonnes, according to official data. The record performance highlights the growing global demand for Indian marine products and the continued expansion of the country’s seafood processing and export sector. Frozen shrimp remained…
Bhubaneswar: After the recent increase in petrol, diesel and CNG prices, consumers may soon face another financial burden as the Central Electricity Authority has proposed a significant hike in fixed monthly electricity charges. The proposed move could directly affect households across India, including consumers with very low electricity usage. Under the proposal, consumers may have…
Bhubaneswar: Actor and filmmaker Riteish Deshmukh has revealed that the ensemble cast of his upcoming film Raja Shivaji chose to work on the project without charging any fees. Speaking in a recent interview with Live Times, Riteish spoke about the strong personal and professional relationships he shares with actors including Salman Khan and Abhishek Bachchan….