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: After a three-month hiatus, Odisha’s iconic Bhitarkanika National Park in Kendrapara district is all set to reopen for tourists from August 1. The park had remained closed from May 1 to July 31 to ensure an undisturbed breeding season for saltwater crocodiles, a key wildlife species thriving in the region’s unique mangrove ecosystem. The…
Ambala: Marking another milestone in the history of the Indian Armed Forces, President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday took a sortie in a Rafale fighter aircraft at the Air Force Station, Ambala, becoming the first President of India to fly in two fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force. The President had earlier taken a sortie…
New Delhi: In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court of India on Thursday unanimously struck down the controversial electoral bonds scheme that allowed anonymous donations to political parties.
Sonamarg, J&K: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Sonamarg Tunnel today, a significant milestone in enhancing connectivity and development in the region. Addressing a gathering at the event, he expressed gratitude to the laborers whose hard work and resilience made the project a reality. He acknowledged the sacrifices made, including the loss of seven laborers,…
Lucknow: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday inaugurated the BrahMos Integration and Testing Facility Centre in Lucknow, hailing it as a significant milestone in India’s journey towards defence self-reliance. Addressing the gathering virtually, Singh declared Operation Sindoor not merely a military manoeuvre, but a resounding assertion of India’s political, social, and strategic resolve. “Operation Sindoor…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Government has introduced Aadhaar-based e-KYC verification for the first time to ensure timely, transparent and error-free disbursement of Minimum Support Price (MSP) and Input Assistance to eligible farmers across the State. The reform, implemented through the P-PAS (Paddy Procurement Automation System) portal, aims to eliminate the possibility of erroneous or duplicate payments by ensuring…
Naples, Italy: The Indian delegation, led by Arunish Chawla, Secretary of the Ministry of Culture, participated in the Special Session of the G7 Ministers Meeting on Culture. The session, which focused on the role of culture in sustainable development, was attended by culture leaders from the G7 countries, the African Union, and key global organizations,…
London: The third Grand Slam tournament of the season, Wimbledon, commenced today with an exciting opening match on Centre Court. Third seed Carlos Alcaraz from Spain triumphed over qualifier Marc Lajal from Estonia, with a straight-sets victory of 7-6(3), 7-5, 6-2 in the first round of the men’s singles. In a two-hour and 22-minute contest,…
Bhubaneswar: The curtains fell on the third edition of Bhubaneswar Kahani Utsav, popularly known as Bhu Festo, organized by the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA), on Monday. The event, hosted at four prominent venues across the city, provided a captivating showcase of tales, narratives, and cultural riches. From 2:30 to 7:30 in the afternoon, eager crowds…
