Bhubaneswar, India: US President Donald J. Trump has announced that interim authorities in Venezuela will transfer between 30 and 50 million barrels of sanctioned oil to the United States. The oil, Trump said, will be sold at market price, with the proceeds to be overseen by the US President to ensure the funds are used…
Bhubaneswar, India: U.S. President Donald J. Trump announced on Tuesday that interim authorities in Venezuela will provide the United States with between 30 million and 50 million barrels of sanctioned oil, in a development that could have significant geopolitical and energy market implications. In a post on his social media platform, Trump said the oil…
Bhubaneswar: Former US President Donald Trump has claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi reduced India’s purchases of Russian crude oil after sensing Washington’s displeasure, warning that tariffs could be raised swiftly if such imports continue. Backing Trump’s remarks, US Senator Lindsey Graham referred to a December meeting with Indian Ambassador to the US Vinay Kwatra,…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to expand the urban footprint of the state capital, the Odisha government’s Housing & Urban Development (H&UD) Department has officially proposed the inclusion of 26 revenue villages from Khordha district within the limits of the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC). The proposal was notified on December 31, 2025, under the provisions…
Bhubaneswar: The state government has commenced paddy procurement in 18 districts during the ongoing Kharif season, introducing an Aadhaar-based payment system to ensure direct, transparent, and secure transfer of funds to farmers. According to official data, 2,71,318 farmers have sold their paddy at nearby mandis so far. Of these, payments have already been successfully credited…
Bhubaneswar: In a major step towards urban renewal and economic revitalisation, the Odisha government has approved the construction of a state-of-the-art multi-purpose commercial complex in Koraput to replace the city’s ageing market infrastructure. Housing and Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra cleared the proposal following an on-ground inspection of key trading zones, including Chandan Pokhari…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has marked a significant breakthrough in agricultural exports with its first-ever international shipment of garlic and French beans to Dubai, signalling a new chapter in the state’s efforts to link farmers directly with global markets and enhance rural incomes. The historic consignment, comprising 1,000 kg of fresh produce, was exported from Biju Patnaik…
Bhubaneswar: Bhubaneswar witnessed an unprecedented surge in liquor sales during the final week of 2025, with New Year celebrations driving consumption to record levels. Official data from the Excise Department shows that alcohol sales in the Odisha capital crossed ₹32 crore in just one week, marking one of the highest festive turnovers in recent years….
Bhubaneswar: The Safa Bhubaneswar mobile application has witnessed encouraging public response, with more than 200 garbage pickup bookings recorded within just 10 days of its rollout. The initiative, led by the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC), marks a significant step towards strengthening urban sanitation through citizen participation and digital governance. Officials said the app enables residents…
Bhubaneswar: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved the widening and strengthening of National Highway-326 in Odisha, a major infrastructure push aimed at transforming connectivity and economic prospects in the state’s southern districts. The project involves upgrading the existing 2-lane highway to a 2-lane road with paved shoulders from Km…