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Amazon India, Odisha Government Join Hands to Take State’s Handloom Products to Online Markets

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: Amazon India has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Directorate of Textiles, Odisha, to expand e-commerce opportunities for the state’s weavers and artisans. Under the partnership, more than 1.3 lakh weavers and artisans are expected to be onboarded onto Amazon Karigar, providing them with access to a wider national customer base and…

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Odisha CM Launches ‘Ghare Ghare Tiranga’ Campaign, Urges Gen-Z to Stay Alert Against Digital Threats

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday launched the ‘Ghare Ghare Tiranga’ campaign in Bhubaneswar, calling upon people across the state to hoist the national flag at their homes from August 9 to 17 as part of the Independence Day celebrations. Launching the campaign, Majhi described the Tiranga as a symbol of India’s…

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CM Mohan Charan Majhi Says India’s Gen Z Has ‘Strong Desire’ to Serve Nation, Lead India’s Future

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has said that India’s Gen Z has a strong desire to contribute to the country’s development and that the nation must align its future with the aspirations of the younger generation. Addressing the role of young Indians in shaping the country’s future, Majhi said Gen Z possesses the…

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Lok Sabha Passes MSME Development Amendment Bill, 2026 to Strengthen Sector and Tackle Delayed Payments

Sarmistha Kabi04 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Lok Sabha on August 7, 2026, passed the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026, after the legislation was approved by the Rajya Sabha on August 3. The amendment comes as the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (MSMED) Act, 2006, completes two decades. The government said rapid technological changes, the…

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UPI to Remain Free for Citizens; Government Clarifies Future MDR Framework

Sarmistha Kabi04 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Government of India has clarified that UPI payments will remain free for ordinary users, amid growing debate over proposed amendments to the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007 and the possibility of introducing a Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on certain transactions. The government categorically stated that consumers making payments through UPI will not…

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BDS Legal Services Expands Eastern India Presence with New Kolkata Office; Announces Enhanced Legal and IP Support for Startups & MSMEs

Sarmistha Kabi03 mins

Bhubaneswar: BDS Legal Services, a leading Intellectual Property (IP), business compliance and regulatory advisory firm, today strengthened its presence in Eastern India with the formal inauguration of its new office in Kolkata. The company marked the occasion by hosting a press conference at its newly established office in Sector V, Salt Lake, where it unveiled…

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Odisha Considers Census of LGBT Community, Reservation for Transgender Students

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is considering a comprehensive census of the LGBT community and exploring the introduction of reservation for transgender individuals in educational institutions as part of a broader effort to strengthen welfare and social inclusion. The proposals were discussed during a meeting of the State Transgender Welfare Board, where officials reviewed a range…

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NATIONAL HANDLOOM DAY: INDIA CELEBRATES WEAVERS, TRADITION AND THE SWADESHI SPIRIT

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: Every year on August 7, India observes National Handloom Day to honour the country’s weavers and artisans, whose skills support rural livelihoods while preserving India’s rich cultural heritage. Prime Minister Narendra Modi encouraged citizens, particularly younger social-media users, to share “Get Ready With Me” (GRWM) reels featuring their favourite handloom outfits and products using…

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iLEAD Hosts “United Through Sport” to Celebrate the Spirit of the Commonwealth Games 2026

Sarmistha Kabi03 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Department of Sports Management at iLEAD, Kolkata, successfully organised “United Through Sport – Celebrating the Spirit of the Commonwealth Games 2026,” bringing together leaders from diplomacy, sports administration, and inclusive sport for an engaging and thought-provoking interaction with students. The event was graced by Dr. Andrew Fleming, British Deputy High Commissioner for East…

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Kendrapada Rasabali Featured in Centre’s GI Promotion Drive as India Targets 10,000 Registrations by 2030

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar, Aug. 6: Odisha’s iconic Kendrapada Rasabali has received a significant boost after being featured in the Union government’s initiative to strengthen India’s Geographical Indication (GI) ecosystem and promote traditional products on the global stage. The Centre has set an ambitious target of achieving 10,000 GI registrations by 2030, aiming to enhance exports, preserve cultural…

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