Bhubaneswar: India has announced the establishment of dedicated rare earth corridors across Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh, marking a major step towards strengthening domestic capabilities in critical minerals. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman made the announcement as part of the government’s broader push for Atmanirbhar Bharat, aimed at reducing India’s dependence on imports in…
Bhubaneswar: The Union Budget 2026 has announced a significant expansion of government support for Ayurveda and India’s broader AYUSH ecosystem, signalling a renewed emphasis on traditional medicine systems alongside modern healthcare. As part of the initiative, the Centre has proposed the establishment of three new All India Institutes of Ayurveda, aimed at scaling up education,…
Bhubaneswar: Hindalco Industries Limited has announced a major ₹21,000-crore expansion of its aluminium smelter at the Aditya Aluminium Complex in Sambalpur, further cementing Odisha’s status as a critical industrial and manufacturing hub. The expansion will add 3.6 lakh tonnes per annum (LTPA) of aluminium smelting capacity. Alongside the smelter expansion, the company has commissioned a…
Bhubaneswar: In a major milestone for Odisha’s agricultural sector, fresh strawberries grown in Dhenkanal district have been exported to London for the first time, marking a new chapter in the state’s horticulture history. A total of 52 kilograms of fresh strawberries cultivated in Neelakanthapur village under Bhuban block and Ramei Khamar village under Gandia block…
Bhubaneswar: The 11-day Adivasi Mela, one of Odisha’s largest showcases of tribal culture, began in Bhubaneswar on Sunday with Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurating the event and urging members of the tribal community to become educated and aware of their constitutional and legal rights. The annual fair highlights the lifestyle, art, craft, cuisine and…
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…
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…
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…
Bhubaneswar: Dipti Mahapatra has created history by becoming the first transgender individual in Odisha to be selected for a PhD under the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) in the Odia language at Utkal University. Her achievement marks a significant milestone for academic inclusion and representation of transgender scholars in higher education. Mahapatra will pursue research focused…
Bhubaneswar: Assistant Commandant Simran Bala of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) is set to create history at the Republic Day Parade on January 26, 2026, by becoming the first woman officer to lead an all-male CRPF contingent on Kartavya Path. At 26 years of age, Bala will command a contingent of over 140 male…
