Bhubaneswar: In a major relief for the food and hospitality industry, the Government of India has increased the allocation of commercial LPG to up to 50% of the estimated demand, aiming to stabilise operations across the sector. The latest 20% hike in supply is targeted at supporting restaurants, dhabas, hotels, canteens, dairy units and community…
Bhubaneswar: India has firmly established itself as the “Pharmacy of the World”, driven by a powerful combination of affordability, quality, and large-scale production capabilities. The country plays a critical role in ensuring access to essential medicines across both developed and developing nations. India’s pharmaceutical strength lies in its ability to produce cost-effective medicines without compromising…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to popularise its rich culinary heritage, the Government of Odisha has announced a new scheme to support the establishment of authentic Odia cuisine restaurants across India, with financial assistance of up to ₹5 crore per project. Capital Subsidy and Financial Incentives Under the initiative, eligible entrepreneurs will receive a 30%…
Bhubaneswar: In a major push to boost manufacturing and industrial growth, the Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana (BHAVYA) with a total outlay of ₹33,660 crore. The ambitious scheme aims to develop 100 plug-and-play industrial parks across the country, creating world-class infrastructure and accelerating India’s journey…
Bhubaneswar: For Indian households, smart shopping has always meant making every rupee count. Strengthening this deeply rooted belief, SMART Bazaar, India’s trusted value retail destination, has launched its biggest-ever SMART Bazaar Exchange—a nationwide initiative designed to help families save more and shop smarter, all under one roof. Positioned as the go-to destination for consistent, everyday value,…
Bhubaneswar: Kusunpur village in Kendrapada district of Odisha is set to be transformed into the state’s first smart village under an ambitious initiative led by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), functioning under the Ministry of Science and Technology. The project aims to convert the village—home to around 130 families and a population…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (OSCPCR) has directed district administrations across Odisha to take immediate and coordinated action to eradicate the practice of child begging. In an official directive, the Commission instructed key officials—including police authorities, municipal commissioners and district child protection officers—to intensify efforts to identify, rescue and rehabilitate…
Bhubaneswar: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday called for greater collaboration between the government and private sector to strengthen India’s sports ecosystem and enhance the country’s presence on the global sporting stage. Addressing a gathering during the Aditya Birla Memorial Polo Cup Final in New Delhi on March 15, the minister said the government is…
Bhubaneswar: The Government of India continues to strengthen financial support for small entrepreneurs through the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY), which provides collateral-free loans of up to ₹20 lakh to micro and small enterprises across the country. Launched in 2015, the scheme aims to promote entrepreneurship and self-employment by enabling easy access to institutional credit…
Bhubaneswar: State governments across India have stepped up enforcement measures to curb black marketing and hoarding of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), with authorities carrying out continuous raids and surprise inspections at LPG distributorships and retail outlets. According to Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary at the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, state administrations are playing a…