New Odisha Age

Category: Geo Politics

Geopolitical shifts, technology disruptions reshaping risk landscape for organisations – IIA Calcutta Chapter

Sarmistha Kabi03 mins

Bhubaneswar: Geopolitical developments, economic volatility, rapid digitalisation, cyber threats, evolving regulatory expectations and emerging technologies like artificial intelligence are reshaping the global risk landscape for organisations, posing new challenges for traditional governance and control systems.  Against this backdrop, internal auditors are playing an increasingly strategic role in helping organisations anticipate risks and strengthen governance frameworks,…

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ICAR Sets Up Special Task Force to Strengthen Agricultural Resilience Amid Global Uncertainties

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Indian Council of Agricultural Research has constituted a Special Task Force to develop strategies aimed at enhancing agricultural resilience in the face of evolving global geopolitical challenges. The first meeting of the Task Force was chaired by the Secretary of the Department of Agricultural Research and Education and Director General of ICAR, where…

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Trade Deficit Widens Amid Export Dip, Says RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: Sanjay Malhotra, Governor of the Reserve Bank of India, has said that India’s merchandise exports witnessed a marginal contraction of 0.2% in the first two months of the year on a year-on-year basis, primarily due to weaker demand in key global markets. In contrast, merchandise imports registered a sharp increase of over 22%, largely…

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Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri Begins Three-Day Visit to United States

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has embarked on a three-day official visit to the United States starting today, aimed at strengthening bilateral ties. During the visit, Misri is scheduled to hold discussions with senior officials of the US administration on a wide range of issues, including trade, defence cooperation, science and technology, as well…

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India Eyes Curbs on Chinese Surveillance Firms in Major Digital Security Push

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: In a significant step toward strengthening national security and safeguarding digital infrastructure, the Government of India is reportedly planning to impose restrictions on Chinese surveillance and networking equipment used across the country. The move is expected to impact major global players such as Hikvision, Dahua Technology, and TP-Link, whose products are widely deployed in…

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India Achieves Milestone as Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor at Kalpakkam Reaches Criticality

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: In a major advancement for India’s nuclear energy programme, the indigenously developed Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam has successfully achieved criticality, marking a significant breakthrough in Stage-2 of India’s three-stage nuclear power strategy. The 500 MWe sodium-cooled fast reactor represents a crucial technological leap. It operates using mixed oxide (MOX) fuel—a combination…

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Government Closely Monitoring Food Security Amid West Asia Tensions; Stocks Well Above Buffer Norms

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Government of India is maintaining close surveillance on the country’s food security situation in the backdrop of the ongoing West Asia conflict, assuring that adequate reserves and policy measures are in place to ensure stability. According to C. Shikha, Joint Secretary in the Department of Food and Public Distribution, the current foodgrain stock…

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India Sends Emergency Aid to Kabul After Hospital Attack

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: India on March 16 swiftly dispatched emergency humanitarian assistance to Kabul following reports of an attack on a rehabilitation hospital, underscoring its continued commitment to supporting the Afghan people. The aid package, sent via air, included essential medical supplies aimed at assisting victims and stabilising the immediate healthcare situation in the affected area. Officials…

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PM Modi Addresses Lok Sabha on West Asia Crisis, Assures Support for Indians Abroad

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday addressed the Lok Sabha regarding the escalating crisis in West Asia, which began on February 28 following joint military strikes by the United States and Israel on Iran. Concerns Over Global Impact During his address, the Prime Minister said the continued bombings and military actions across the oil-rich…

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Centre Boosts Commercial LPG Supply to 50%, Easing Pressure on Food Sector

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

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…

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