Bhubaneswar: The temperature in Odisha crossed 35°C for the first time this season, signaling the arrival of summer. Paralakhemundi recorded the highest temperature at 35.6°C, followed by Jharsuguda at 35.2°C and Bolangir at 35°C, according to weather scientist Umashankar Dash. Several other locations also experienced rising temperatures, with Sambalpur and Hirakud recording 34.7°C and Bhawanipatna…
New Delhi: The Union Budget 2025-26, presented by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1, 2025, has allocated ₹5,272 crore for the Ministry of Textiles, marking a 19% increase over the previous year’s budget of ₹4,417.03 crore. Five-Year Cotton Mission Launched To address stagnant cotton productivity, the Budget has announced a five-year Cotton Mission…
Bhubaneswar: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted three consecutive flight trials of the Very Short-Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) off the coast of Odisha at Chandipur. The trials demonstrated the missile’s precision in neutralizing low-flying aerial threats, including drones. The tests were carried out against high-speed targets flying at very low altitudes,…
Mumbai: One of the greatest players the sport has ever seen, Sachin Tendulkar was on Saturday conferred the prestigious Col C.K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award, the top accolade in Indian cricket, by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for a stellar career during which he has set a plethora of records. Tendulkar,…
Bhubaneswar: With artificial intelligence (AI) emerging as a key tool in modern governance, Odisha Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja has called for its deeper integration to enhance service delivery and administrative efficiency. Chairing an all-secretaries meeting at Lok Seva Bhavan on Friday, Ahuja directed the Electronics and IT Department to establish a research-driven AI ecosystem aimed…
Bhubaneswar: While the Union Budget 2025-26 provides relief in many sectors, it also increases the cost of certain luxury and non-essential goods. The government has raised import duties on high-end products to encourage domestic manufacturing and reduce dependency on foreign goods. Here’s a look at what will become more expensive: Luxury Goods & Imported Electronics…
Bhubaneswar: The Union Budget 2025-26, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, has introduced several measures to make essential goods and industries more affordable. The government has reduced customs duties and offered tax exemptions on key sectors, benefiting consumers and businesses alike. Here’s a look at what will be cheaper after the budget: Electric Vehicles &…
Jharsuguda: In a significant boost to regional air connectivity, Star Air has commenced flight services from Jharsuguda to Lucknow and Raipur, enhancing travel options for passengers in western Odisha. The Jharsuguda-Lucknow service began today, while flights to Raipur will start operating from tomorrow. Flight Schedule: Jharsuguda-Lucknow: Operates three days a week—Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Departure…
New Delhi: In a major relief for taxpayers, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that 1 crore more people will now be exempt from paying income tax following the increase in the rebate threshold to ₹12 lakh in the Union Budget 2025-26. Addressing a post-budget press conference on Saturday, she stated that the move would “put…
Bhubaneswar: In a major push to strengthen India’s healthcare infrastructure, the Union Government will add 75,000 medical seats across the country over the next five years, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced while presenting the Union Budget 2025-26 in Parliament today. Highlighting the expansion of medical education, the Finance Minister stated, “Our government has added…
