Bhubaneswar: In a development that could significantly alter Bihar’s political landscape, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Friday indicated his move to national politics, stating that he will travel to Delhi to take oath as a Rajya Sabha member and remain there. Kumar, who arrived from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport, made the announcement amid growing…
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…
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…
Bhubaneswar: State-run Odisha Mining Corporation (OMC) has paid one of its largest-ever financial penalties—₹4,364 crore—for illegal and excess mineral production, raising serious concerns over regulatory compliance in Odisha’s mining sector. The penalties arise from violations of key environmental and forest laws, including the Environment Protection Act and the Forest Conservation Act, as well as breaches…
Bhubaneswar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has consistently emphasized the role of women as a central pillar in building a developed India, with a series of flagship initiatives aimed at strengthening financial inclusion, education, and entrepreneurship among women. Schemes such as Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana, and Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana have significantly…
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…
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…
Bhubaneswar: A social media post by Manas Muduli on X has gone viral, bringing widespread attention to the eco-conscious initiatives at Nandankanan Zoological Park. The post, which has garnered over 110,000 views, showcases simple yet effective measures adopted by the zoo to curb plastic waste and promote environmental responsibility among visitors. Calling it “one of…
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…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant push to infrastructure development in western Odisha, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari has approved ₹447.11 crore for the upgradation of the Kurumpuri–Raj Khariar highway stretch. The 103.52 km-long project, part of National Highway 353 and National Highway 59, is expected to transform connectivity across Nuapada and Balangir…