New Delhi: In a decisive boost to national security and military preparedness, the Union Budget 2026–27 has earmarked an unprecedented ₹7.85 lakh crore for Defence Services, marking the highest-ever allocation to the sector. Presented in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor, the defence outlay reflects a 15.19 per cent increase over the Budget Estimates of FY…
New Delhi: The Union Budget 2026–27 has placed international trade and exports at the core of India’s long-term growth strategy, outlining a comprehensive reform and investment roadmap to build a competitive, resilient and globally integrated economy. Anchored in macroeconomic stability, fiscal discipline and sustained public capital expenditure, the Budget reinforces the Government’s commitment to positioning…
New Delhi: Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday presented the Union Budget 2026–27 in Parliament, proposing a series of direct tax reforms aimed at rationalising the penalty and prosecution framework, reducing litigation, and improving taxpayer trust while maintaining deterrence against serious offences. A key proposal seeks to integrate assessment and penalty…
New Delhi: Union Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman, while presenting the Union Budget 2026–27 in Parliament on Tuesday, asserted that the Government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has consistently chosen “action over ambivalence, reform over rhetoric and people over populism,” outlining a decisive roadmap to accelerate and sustain India’s economic growth….
New Delhi: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday unveiled a series of transformative measures in the Union Budget aimed at positioning India as a leading global destination for Medical Value Tourism (MVT) while significantly strengthening the country’s AYUSH ecosystem through quality enhancement, research expansion and employment generation. A key highlight of the Budget is…
New Delhi: Union Finance MinisterNirmala Sitharaman, while presenting the Union Budget 2026–27, announced a series of forward-looking measures aimed at accelerating the growth of India’s Electronics and Information Technology sector, reinforcing its role as a key driver of economic expansion, innovation and global competitiveness. A major highlight of the Budget is the launch of India…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Hydro Power Corporation Limited (OHPC) on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Union Bank of India (UBI) at Lok Seva Bhawan for the introduction of a customised Union Super Salary Account for OHPC employees. The MoU was signed in the august presence of Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, Deputy Chief Minister, Agriculture…
Bhubaneswar: In a major step towards strengthening the institutional framework for the promotion and preservation of Odia language, literature and culture, the State Cabinet has approved the recruitment and promotion rules for the newly constituted Odisha Culture Development Service. The new service cadre was created following a Cabinet decision and formally constituted under the Odia…
Bhubaneswar: Breaking traditional barriers in the public transport sector, the Government of Odisha has taken a significant step towards empowering women by inducting women drivers into the AMA Bus services operated by the Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT). The initiative marks a major push towards gender-inclusive urban mobility and aims to create new livelihood opportunities…
Bhubaneswar: In a celebration of sporting excellence and international achievement, Sports and Youth Services Minister Suryabanshi Suraj on Monday felicitated four outstanding athletes from Odisha for their remarkable performances on the global stage, underscoring the State’s growing stature in competitive sports. The athletes were honoured with cash incentives in recognition of their dedication, discipline and…
