New Odisha Age

India’s Visionary Policies Driving Global AI Leadership: FM Nirmala Sitharaman

Bhubaneswar: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday said that India’s visionary leadership and progressive policymaking have laid a strong foundation for innovation, positioning the country as a global leader in technology and artificial intelligence (AI). Speaking at a technology and innovation summit in the national capital, Sitharaman emphasized that India’s approach to emerging technologies is…

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India Introduces Biometric Authentication for UPI Payments from October 8

Bhubaneswar: In a major step to simplify digital payments, India will allow users to authorize transactions on the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) using facial recognition and fingerprints, starting Wednesday, according to officials familiar with the matter. Currently, UPI transactions require a Personal Identification Number (PIN) for approval. The new system will link users’ Aadhaar-based biometrics…

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Center Launches ‘Swadeshi Campaign’ to Boost Indian Textile Demand

Bhubaneswar: The Government of India has launched a nationwide ‘Swadeshi Campaign’ to promote domestic demand for Indian handloom, handicrafts, and textile products. The initiative, spearheaded by the Ministry of Textiles, aims to revive traditional industries and reposition Indian-made fabrics as symbols of pride, heritage, and modern lifestyle. Announcing the campaign, Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh…

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Trump Gives China Another Extension in Tariff Imposition

Bhubaneswar: Trump has chickened out again from punishing China. He has given them another 90 days extension for the tariffs to kick in. This announcement came hours before the last deadline expire. Trump signed a new executive order and he averted a full blown trade war with the world’s second largest economy, China. By doing…

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TOI Dialogues 2025 to Spotlight Uttar Pradesh’s Infrastructure and Growth Ambitions

Lucknow: The Times of India, the nation’s most trusted news brand, is proud to announce the 6th edition of TOI Dialogues – Infrastructure Chapter, scheduled to be held on August 7, 2025 at the Taj Mahal Hotel, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow. A flagship initiative by The Times of India, TOI Dialogues serves as a national platform to foster high-impact conversations among policymakers, industry…

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Trump Imposes 50% Tariff on Indian Goods, Citing Russian Oil Trade

Bhubaneswar: In a significant escalation of trade tensions, former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a steep 50% import duty on Indian goods, doubling the existing 25% rate. The move, formalized through an executive order, directly links the tariff hike to India’s continued purchase of Russian oil, marking a new flashpoint in Indo-U.S. relations. According…

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India Pushes Back Against Trump’s Double Standards on Russia, Trade, and Foreign Policy

Bhubaneswar: India has strongly countered recent remarks and actions by former U.S. President Donald Trump, calling out what it describes as a pattern of hypocrisy, misinformation, and strategic double standards concerning India’s foreign policy choices, especially on its ties with Russia and the India-Pakistan conflict. In an official statement released on August 4, India confirmed…

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India to Resume Tourist Visas for Chinese Nationals from July 24

Bhubaneswar: In a significant diplomatic development, India will resume issuing tourist visas to Chinese nationals from July 24, marking a cautious step toward normalizing relations between the two Asian giants after years of tension. The announcement was made by the Indian Embassy in Beijing, which stated that Chinese citizens can now apply online for Indian…

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Breaking: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar Resigns Citing Health Concerns

New Delhi, July 21, 2025: Jagdeep Dhankhar, the 14th Vice President of India, resigns from his position citing health reasons. This surprise news has come on the opening day of the Monsoon Session. As per the reports, Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar tendered his resignation, addressed to President Draupadi Murmu with immediate effect…

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