Bhubaneswar: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is exploring the possibility of introducing polymer banknotes, potentially beginning with ₹10 and ₹20 denominations, in a move aimed at reducing currency replacement costs and improving the durability of notes in circulation. Polymer banknotes are made from a specialized plastic substrate rather than traditional cotton-based paper. These notes…
Bhubaneswar: At least 21 people lost their lives and more than 40 others were rescued after a massive fire engulfed a hotel in the Malviya Nagar area of South Delhi on Wednesday morning, triggering panic among guests and staff trapped inside the smoke-filled building. The fire broke out at Flourish Stay B&B, a property operating…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s Paradip Port has emerged as the best-performing major port in the country, securing the top overall position in the newly introduced Logistics Port Performance Index (LPPI). The achievement highlights the port’s growing role in India’s maritime and logistics ecosystem. The rankings were announced by Sarbananda Sonowal during a major maritime industry conclave. The…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to explore new international employment opportunities for its skilled workforce as Romania seeks large-scale recruitment of trained professionals to address its growing labour shortage. The development follows discussions with Manika Jain, who informed the Odisha government that Romania is facing a significant shortage of skilled manpower across multiple sectors and is…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s tourism sector is witnessing remarkable growth, with more than 56 lakh tourists visiting the state between January and May 2026. The surge in arrivals reflects the state’s expanding appeal as it strengthens its position as one of India’s fastest-growing tourism destinations. Leading the growth is the temple town of Puri, which registered a…
Focus on Enhancing Capital Market Access and Ease of Capital Formation for SMEs Bhubaneswar: BSE, in collaboration with the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) and the Association of Investment Banker of India (AIBI), successfully hosted the SME Fund Raising Conclave – Key Growth Opportunity in Guwahati. The conclave, initiated by the Securities and Exchange…
BHUBANESWAR: Odisha may face a challenging monsoon season this year, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) indicating the possibility of below-normal rainfall across parts of the state during the June–September southwest monsoon period. According to IMD’s seasonal outlook, the Monsoon Core Zone (MCZ), which includes large parts of Odisha, is expected to receive below-normal rainfall….
Bhubaneswar: A massive fire broke out at the fish market near Press Chhak in Cuttack during the early hours of Monday, completely destroying the market and causing extensive damage to nearby establishments, including a branch of Bank of India. According to reports, the blaze erupted around 2:30 a.m. and rapidly spread through the fish market,…
BHUBANESWAR: In a first for Odisha, researchers will cultivate a range of exotic and colourful coconut varieties sourced from different parts of the world as part of a scientific study aimed at evaluating their suitability for the state’s climatic conditions. The research initiative is being undertaken by the Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology and…
BHUBANESWAR: Odisha has recorded a growth rate of 5.3 per cent in its agricultural sector during the 2025–26 financial year, significantly higher than the national average growth rate of 3.1 per cent, reflecting the state’s continued focus on farmer welfare, climate resilience and agricultural modernisation. The state government has attributed the performance to a series…