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: Shankh Air, a new full-service airline with a strong focus on affordability and regional connectivity, is set to commence commercial operations in the second half of January 2026, marking a fresh entry into India’s competitive aviation market. Founded by entrepreneur Shravan Kumar Vishwakarma, Shankh Air has its roots in the promoter’s trading firm, Shankh…
Bhubaneswar: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Friday said the National Education Policy (NEP) will help India’s new generation break free from the “Macaulay mentality” and reconnect with the country’s civilisational values, knowledge traditions, and cultural roots. Referring to the legacy of British-era education policies, Pradhan recalled Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s remarks on the lasting…
Bhubaneswar: India enters 2026 confronting a complex matrix of geopolitical friction, internal security deadlines, and climate-induced economic pressures, marking a decisive shift from the stabilisation-oriented approach of the previous year, according to official data and strategic analysts. While the domestic economy continues to post growth above seven per cent, New Delhi is simultaneously navigating a…
Bhubaneswar: Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman, who was recently bought by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, has been asked to be released from the franchise following a directive from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Mustafizur, 30, was snapped up by KKR for ₹9.20 crore at…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government has launched the ‘Videsh Siksha Bruti’ scheme, a major initiative aimed at expanding global higher education opportunities for meritorious Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) students. Under the scheme, eligible students will receive financial assistance of up to ₹50 lakh to pursue postgraduate and Ph.D. programmes at leading foreign universities….
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step aimed at strengthening access to education, the Odisha government has approved free bus travel for school students under the Mukhyamantri Bus Seva scheme. The decision replaces the existing 50 per cent concession on ticket fares with complete exemption from payment, ensuring that transportation costs do not become a barrier to…
Bhubaneswar: Accessing legal help has become simpler and more accessible with the launch of Nyaya Setu, a citizen-centric initiative designed to deliver Ease of Justice directly through WhatsApp. By merely verifying their mobile number, users can access a unified digital interface that provides legal information, guidance, and pathways to professional assistance. Nyaya Setu acts as…
Bhubaneswar: The Congress Working Committee (CWC) on Monday resolved to launch a nationwide ‘MGNREGA Bachao Abhiyan’ from January 5, 2026, in protest against the Union government’s decision to repeal the nearly two-decade-old Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) and replace it with the newly introduced VB-G RAM G Bill. Meeting in New Delhi,…