Bhubaneswar: The Economic Times and ETBrandEquity.com proudly announce the 8th edition of the prestigious ET Shark Awards. Over the years, the ET Shark Awards have emerged as one of India’s most definitive benchmarks for marketing excellence, celebrating transformative campaigns and visionary brand leadership. As the flagship intellectual property of ETBrandEquity.com, the ET Shark Awards recognise…
Bhubaneswar: India has eased mandatory inspection requirements for tea imports from Nepal following requests from Nepali authorities, offering significant relief to tea exporters and cross-border traders. Under the revised arrangement, trucks carrying Nepali tea meant for India’s domestic market will no longer be routinely stopped at border points for inspection and testing. The Tea Board…
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: 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: The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) is set to establish a dedicated ‘Gupchup Bazaar’ in the city to streamline street food vending and promote a cleaner, more hygienic environment for both vendors and consumers. According to officials, the proposed market will be developed in front of the Regional Institute of Education and is expected to…
Bhubaneswar: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Wednesday said the Union Cabinet has taken a “very important and timely decision” to promote coal gasification as part of India’s strategy to strengthen energy self-reliance amid rising gas demand and ongoing geopolitical uncertainties. Addressing a Cabinet briefing, the minister said India possesses sufficient coal reserves to meet requirements…
Bhubaneswar: The Government of India and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) have launched a new eight-year strategic partnership framework under the Country Strategic Opportunities Programme (COSOP) for the period 2026 to 2033. The new strategy is aimed at strengthening India’s rural economy by enhancing rural incomes, improving resilience and expanding sustainable livelihood opportunities…
BHUBANESWAR: Odisha’s mango export season has officially commenced with the first international shipment of 3 metric tonnes of Amrapali mangoes from Dhenkanal district to London. The export was facilitated by the Directorate of Horticulture in collaboration with Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), marking another significant step in expanding Odisha’s agricultural presence in global markets. The initiative…
Bhubaneswar: Health experts have raised concerns over the practice of placing thin plastic sheets beneath hot breakfast and street food items, warning that the materials may release toxic chemicals when exposed to heat. According to experts, many of these plastic sheets are made from recycled or low-grade materials that can contain harmful substances such as…
Bhubaneswar: While mango varieties such as Alphonso and Dussehri dominate national markets and conversations, Odisha continues to nurture a wide range of indigenous mango varieties that have been preserved through generations of traditional cultivation practices. Among the most widely preferred native varieties is Bombai, especially popular across coastal Odisha for its sweetness, aroma, and juicy…