Odisha to Launch Direct Flights to Key Cities from Bhubaneswar and Jharsuguda Airports

Bhubaneswar: In a major boost to connectivity and economic growth, Odisha is set to launch direct flights to several key cities from Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA) in Bhubaneswar and Veer Surendra Sai Airport in Jharsuguda. The new flight routes from Bhubaneswar will include direct connections to Indore, Dehradun, Kochi, Jaipur, and Lucknow. Meanwhile, Jharsuguda…

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Ministry of Coal Celebrates Star Rating Awards, Engages Stakeholders on MDO Framework, and Launches Coal Directory of India

New Delhi: The Ministry of Coal successfully hosted a comprehensive event today in the capital, celebrating the Star Rating Awards for Coal and Lignite Mines, conducting a Stakeholder Consultation on Mine Developers cum Operators (MDOs), and launching the Coal Directory of India. The event, aimed at recognizing exceptional mine performance and facilitating discussions on operational…

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Union Budget 2024-25: Angel Tax Abolished to Strengthen Start-Up Ecosystem and Attract Investment

New Delhi: In a significant move to boost India’s start-up ecosystem, Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs, Nirmala Sitharaman, announced the abolition of the controversial ‘angel tax’ for all classes of investors during her Union Budget 2024-25 presentation in Parliament today. This landmark decision aims to remove financial hurdles for emerging businesses and foster…

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Odisha Prepares for 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar: Preparations are in full swing for the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD), set to be held in Odisha’s capital, Bhubaneswar, from January 8 to 10, 2024. Housing and Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mohapatra presided over a preparatory meeting today, attended by MLAs, Mayor Sulochana Das, and senior officials. The meeting aimed to finalize…

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Chief of Naval Staff Adm Dinesh K Tripathi Visits Indonesia to Bolster Maritime Cooperation

Jakarta: Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) of India, began a four-day official visit to Indonesia today, aimed at deepening bilateral defence ties under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The visit, running from December 15 to 18, focuses on enhancing naval cooperation and strengthening maritime security collaboration between the two nations. Admiral Tripathi…

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