New Odisha Age

Transporters Announce Three-Day Strike Across Delhi-NCR Over Increased Environment Compensation Cess

Bhubaneswar: Major transporters’ associations have announced a three-day strike across the Delhi-NCR beginning May 21 in protest against the Government of Delhi’s decision to increase the environment compensation cess on commercial vehicles. The strike is expected to affect sections of freight movement, goods transportation and public transport operations across the National Capital Region. Visuals from…

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India Relaxes Tea Inspection Rules for Imports from Nepal

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…

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Vintage Ambassador Campaign by Keshav Jewellers Sparks Nostalgia Across Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar: In a city constantly moving toward the “new,” a vintage Hindustan Ambassador is unexpectedly making people across Bhubaneswar pause, reflect and reconnect with old memories. The moving campaign by Keshav Jewellers has drawn public attention not merely because of the classic car itself, but because of the nostalgia and emotional connection it evokes among…

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Severe Heatwave Grips Large Parts of India as Temperatures Soar Beyond Seasonal Norms

Bhubaneswar: Large parts of India continued to reel under intense heatwave conditions on Tuesday, with temperatures rising sharply above seasonal averages across several major cities and regions. In Delhi, temperatures ranged between 42°C and 46°C, while Ahmedabad and Nagpur recorded highs between 43°C and 45°C. Similar conditions prevailed in Jaipur and Lucknow, where temperatures hovered…

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Timeless Ritual, Now in a New Look: Aroma Magic Relaunches Its Signature Essential Oils and Introduces Peptide Potion & Vita Boost for Salon Professionals

Bhubaneswar: Blossom Kochhar Aroma Magic, the premier aromatherapy company in India, proudly announced the relaunch of its iconic range of essential oils, now presented in an all-new, elegant avatar. Dr. Blossom Kochhar, Founder and Chairperson of Blossom Kochhar Group of Companies, while addressing a press conference in Guwahati, spoke about the essential oils and also…

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Supreme Court of India Upholds Measures on Stray Dog Management, Cites Public Safety Concerns

Bhubaneswar: The Supreme Court of India has upheld its earlier directions on stray dog management, stating that the right to life with dignity under Article 21 of the Constitution includes the right of citizens to move freely in public spaces without fear of dog attacks. A bench headed by Justice Vikram Nath refused to recall…

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Government of India Denies Claims on Monetisation of Temple Gold Holdings

Bhubaneswar: The Government of India has issued a clarification dismissing reports and social media claims suggesting that the Centre is planning to monetise gold held by temples and religious institutions across the country. According to the clarification, certain media reports and online posts falsely claimed that the government was preparing to issue gold bonds to…

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P.C. Chandra Group, the parent company of P.C. Chandra Jewellers, conferred the 33rd P.C. Chandra Puraskaar upon Shri Javed Akhtar, The poetic luminary of the Indian literary world

Bhubaneswar: P.C. Chandra Group, an 85 plus-year legacy and one of the leading business houses from the East, with its esteemed luxury jewellery brand P.C. Chandra Jewellers, conferred the prestigious 33rd P.C. Chandra Puraskaar upon the legendary wordsmith Shri Javed Akhtar at a grand ceremony in Kolkata. Instituted by the P.C. Chandra Group, this award recognizes…

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Government of Odisha Launches ‘Mo Gaon Mo Tahasil’ Scheme to Deliver Revenue Services in Villages

Bhubaneswar: The Government of Odisha is set to launch the ‘Mo Gaon Mo Tahasil’ scheme aimed at bringing revenue and land-related services directly to rural residents across the state. The initiative is designed to reduce the need for villagers to travel long distances to tahasil offices for routine revenue services and grievance resolution. Under the…

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Fuel Prices Hiked Again Across India Amid Rising Global Oil Tensions

Bhubaneswar: Petrol and diesel prices across India have been increased for the second time within a week as global crude oil prices continue to surge amid the ongoing Iran conflict and instability in international energy markets. State-run oil companies on Tuesday raised petrol and diesel prices by around 90 paise per litre, just three days…

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