Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is drawing up a roadmap to utilise surplus and broken rice for ethanol production, following a sharp rise in paddy cultivation triggered by higher procurement rates. The proposal was discussed at the first meeting of the Inter-Ministerial Committee for Kharif 2025-26 procurement, chaired by Deputy Chief Minister and Agriculture Minister K…
New Delhi: Senior BJP leader and Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan has been elected as the Vice-President of India, winning a clear mandate in the parliamentary electoral college. His election comes weeks after Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned from the post citing health concerns. Radhakrishnan, the ruling alliance’s nominee, secured 452 votes out of 754 cast, defeating opposition-backed…
Kathmandu: A nationwide protest led by Nepal’s Gen-Z generation against corruption and the government’s handling of social media restrictions turned deadly on Monday, leaving at least 19 people dead and dozens injured after violent clashes erupted in Kathmandu and other major cities. What began as a peaceful demonstration spiraled into chaos after unidentified groups allegedly…
Jagatsinghpur: The eighth edition of the Jagatsinghpur Heritage Walk (JHW) unfolded on Sunday at the historic Ishaneshwar Mahadev Temple in Kostimallikapur village under Tirtol block. Coinciding with the birth of the holy Bhagabat and Indu Purnima, the event brought together 22 heritage enthusiasts, who retraced the layered history of the shrine and its cultural significance….
New Delhi: India’s fisheries and aquaculture sector has received a significant boost under the latest Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms, with sweeping rate cuts aimed at reducing operational costs, strengthening exports, and improving the livelihoods of millions dependent on the industry. According to the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, GST on fish…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that India’s postal network has evolved into the world’s largest doorstep banking system, bringing financial services to every household and empowering citizens across the country. Sharing his views on X, the Prime Minister noted that postmen, once known only for delivering letters, are now playing a…
Shimla: A massive landslide in Himachal Pradesh’s Kullu town claimed one life and left five people missing on Thursday, while three injured victims were pulled out of the debris. Rescue teams are racing against time to locate those still trapped. The incident took place near the Inner Akhada Bazaar area after heavy rains loosened soil…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has welcomed the Centre’s latest Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms, saying the measures will bring relief to Odisha’s farmers, kendu leaf workers, and middle-class families while strengthening the state’s economy. Addressing reporters in New Delhi, Majhi said the reduction of GST on kendu leaves from 18% to 5%…
Bhubaneswar: This year’s Durga Puja celebrations in the capital city will see stricter rules in place, with authorities banning DJs, firecrackers, and laser lights during idol immersion processions. The focus, officials said, will be on ensuring safety, reducing noise pollution, and preserving the cultural essence of the festival. The decisions were announced following a preparatory…
Tianjin: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit on Monday, reaffirming the depth of India-Russia ties and discussing global issues, including the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. PM Modi underlined that the long-standing partnership between India and Russia has remained…
