New Odisha Age

Category: Economy

India Expands Free Digital Learning Through Five Major Government Platforms

Sarmistha Kabi03 mins

Bhubaneswar: India is steadily transforming its education and skill-development landscape through a range of free, government-backed digital learning platforms that cater to students, professionals, and lifelong learners across the country. From school education to advanced technical and professional courses, these initiatives aim to make quality learning accessible, affordable, and inclusive. Among the key platforms driving…

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Assam and Odisha Surge Ahead as Eastern India’s Growth Dynamics Shift

Sarmistha Kabi03 mins

Bhubaneswar: Economic momentum in eastern India is undergoing a notable shift, with Assam and Odisha emerging as faster-growing states on key economic indicators, outpacing West Bengal in per capita income growth and industrial expansion. According to projections for 2024–25, Odisha’s per capita income is estimated at ₹96,224, while Assam’s stands at ₹85,988—both exceeding West Bengal’s…

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ICSI organizes Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Programme under the aegis of the Ministry of External Affairs

Sarmistha Kabi03 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), under Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation, is organizing a two-week immersive learning programme for delegates from various countries to prepare them for an increasingly globalized world. The residential training programme is being organized on “Corporate Governance for a Better Tomorrow, Empowering Leaders…

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Rajib Sekhar Sahoo Reappointed Chairman of ICC Odisha State Council at Centenary AGM

Sarmistha Kabi03 mins

Bhubaneswar:  Shri Rajib Sekhar Sahoo has been reappointed as Chairman of the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Odisha State Council during the Chamber’s Annual General Meeting held at Hotel Lemon Tree, Bhubaneswar. The reappointment coincides with a landmark moment for the ICC, which has entered its centenary year, completing 100 years since its establishment in…

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Farmers Call Odisha Bandh on January 28 Over Paddy Procurement and Pollution Fines

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Nav Nirman Krishan Sangathan has announced a statewide bandh in Odisha on January 28 to protest alleged irregularities in paddy procurement and mandi operations, along with what it describes as heavy and unreasonable fines imposed on farmers in the name of pollution certificates. According to statements and announcements circulating online, the farmers’ organisation…

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Union Cabinet Approves ₹5,000 Crore Equity Infusion into SIDBI to Strengthen MSME Credit

Sarmistha Kabi03 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved an equity infusion of ₹5,000 crore into the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) to enhance credit availability for the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector. The equity support will be provided by the Department of Financial Services (DFS) in a…

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India Launches First Indigenous Runway Cleaning Vehicles, Boosting ‘Make in India’ Aviation Push

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: India has taken a significant step towards aviation self-reliance with the launch of its first indigenously developed runway cleaning vehicles, reinforcing the Centre’s Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives. The advanced machines have been developed by Bengaluru-based Anlon Technology Solutions in collaboration with Switzerland’s Bucher Municipal, combining global expertise with domestic manufacturing. The…

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Odisha to Host Three-Day “Matsya–Pranee Samavesh Odisha (MPSO) 2026” Conclave in Bhubaneswar

Sarmistha Kabi03 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government will host the three-day Matsya–Pranee Samavesh Odisha (MPSO) 2026 conclave from January 21 to January 23 at Janata Maidan in Bhubaneswar, with a focus on strengthening rural livelihoods through fisheries, animal husbandry, and rural entrepreneurship. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi will inaugurate the conclave, which is being organised by the Fisheries…

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India’s Voice Resonates Strongly at Davos 2026: Ashwini Vaishnaw, Devendra Fadnavis

Sarmistha Kabi03 mins

Bhubaneswar, India: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday said India’s presence at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos is being strongly felt across all major platforms, with discussions on the country’s development trajectory and economic growth taking centre stage. Speaking from Davos, Vaishnaw said the Indian delegation is actively participating in…

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India–US Trade Talks May Face Hurdles Over Pulse Import Duties

Sarmistha Kabi03 mins

Bhubaneswar: Trade negotiations between India and the United States could face fresh challenges amid differences over import duties on pulses, even as two American lawmakers have urged President Donald Trump to push for the withdrawal of India’s 30 per cent import tariff on lentils and peas. According to reports, the lawmakers have written to President…

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