Bhubaneswar: Marking a significant overhaul of the Mission Shakti programme, the Odisha government on Monday announced a series of measures aimed at strengthening the identity and digital empowerment of women self-help group members across the state. Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida said Mission Shakti women will adopt a new, uniform dress code from April 1,…
Rayagada: Giving a major fillip to infrastructure, industry and women-led growth in southern Odisha, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday launched development projects worth nearly ₹600 crore in Rayagada district and announced that 80 per cent of jobs in upcoming industries would be reserved for local youth. The Chief Minister unveiled the projects while…
Jagatsinghpur: Heritage in Jagatsinghpur is not confined to temples, manuscripts or stone sculptures—it lives on through people who quietly keep traditions, art and collective memory alive. Celebrating this spirit, the Jagatsinghpur Heritage Walks (JHW) marked its first anniversary by honouring individuals and groups who have dedicated their lives to preserving the district’s cultural, spiritual and…
Bhubaneswar: Reinforcing its focus on women-led economic growth, the Odisha government on Monday released ₹197.66 crore as interest reimbursement to nearly 2.8 lakh Self-Help Groups (SHGs) under the Interest Refund to SHGs programme. The fourth phase of the initiative was rolled out at Mission Shakti Bhawan in the presence of Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida….
New Delhi: The Union Budget 2026–27, tabled in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday, has proposed the establishment of three new dedicated Chemical Parks through a challenge-based route and a cluster-based plug-and-play model, aimed at strengthening domestic chemical manufacturing and reducing import dependence. Presenting the Budget, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the proposed Chemical Parks…
New Delhi: Reaffirming its commitment to inclusive growth and the vision of Viksit Bharat, the Union Budget 2026–27 places Divyangjan and senior citizens at the centre of a technology-enabled empowerment strategy. The Budget outlines a strengthened role for the Artificial Limbs Manufacturing Corporation of India (ALIMCO) in expanding access to modern, affordable and high-quality assistive…
New Delhi: The Union Budget 2026–27, tabled in the Lok Sabha today, has accorded the highest-ever annual budgetary support of ₹2,761.80 crore to the fisheries sector, underlining the Government’s strong focus on strengthening livelihoods, boosting exports and promoting sustainable growth in India’s blue economy. Out of the total allocation, ₹2,530 crore has been earmarked for…
New Delhi: The Union Budget 2026–27 has placed the health sector at the centre of India’s development agenda, with a sharp increase in allocations and a wide-ranging reform roadmap aimed at building a resilient, inclusive and future-ready healthcare system. Presenting the Budget in Parliament, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to universal health…
New Delhi: Signalling a strong push to position India as a global hub for high-quality and affordable sports goods, Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday announced a dedicated national initiative for sports goods while presenting the Union Budget 2026–27 in Parliament. The announcement aligns with the first of the Budget’s…
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…
