Bhubaneswar: The historic Baliyatra, one of Odisha’s grandest and most celebrated fairs, commenced in Cuttack on Tuesday with cultural splendor, festive lights, and the participation of thousands of visitors, traders, and artisans. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Governor Raghubar Das extended their greetings to the people of Odisha, describing Baliyatra as a proud celebration…
Bhubaneswar: In a move aimed at supporting farmers, the Odisha government on Monday announced an increase of ₹69 per quintal in the procurement price of paddy for the ongoing Kharif Marketing Season (KMS) 2025–26. The revised rate, which aligns with the state’s commitment to ensure better returns for cultivators, will apply to all paddy procured…
Bhubaneswar: With just two days left for the curtain to rise on the historic Baliyatra, preparations are in full swing across Cuttack. The district administration is giving final touches to the arrangements to ensure that this year’s edition of the iconic fair — one of Asia’s largest open-air festivals — is more vibrant, immersive, and…
Bhubaneswar: India is preparing to curtail imports of Russian crude oil in compliance with new US sanctions imposed on two major Moscow-backed producers, according to a Reuters report published Thursday. The move, which marks a significant shift in India’s energy trade policy, could help remove a key roadblock to the long-pending India–US trade deal, officials…
Bhubaneswar: After weeks of record-breaking gains, gold prices have witnessed their steepest fall in over a decade, marking a sharp correction in the global bullion market. International gold rates tumbled more than 5%, slipping below $4,100 per ounce, while in India, domestic prices dropped by nearly ₹4,000 per 10 grams ahead of Diwali. Market experts…
Bhubaneswar: This Diwali, India is not just glowing with lights and festivity — the economy, too, is dazzling. According to data released by the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), Diwali 2025 sales have touched a record ₹6.05 lakh crore, marking one of the strongest festive seasons in the country’s trading history. The report highlights…
Bhubaneswar: A massive fire broke out at the Unit-I Haat, the largest daily market in Odisha’s capital city, on Wednesday, destroying around 30 shops and causing property damage worth several crores of rupees, officials said. According to fire department sources, the blaze started early in the morning and quickly spread through a section of the…
The event, themed “Do The Impossible,” is scheduled on October 30, 2025, at Taj Lands End, Mumbai. It aims to define new strategies for brands to drive seamless customer experience and business growth. Mumbai, India: Netcore Cloud, a marketing technology leader, has announced Agentic Marketing 2025, a major summit in partnership with Google Cloud and…
