New Delhi: In a bold move to position exports as a key engine of India’s economic growth, the Union Budget 2025-26, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, has introduced transformative reforms aimed at strengthening domestic manufacturing, enhancing trade facilitation, and integrating India’s economy with global supply chains. BharatTradeNet: A Unified Digital Platform for Trade A…
Bhubaneswar: To strengthen Odisha’s agricultural value chain, a high-level meeting was held today at Lok Seva Bhawan under the chairmanship of Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo to discuss the expansion of cold storage infrastructure across the state. Chairing the meeting in his dual capacity as Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Agriculture, Farmers’…
New Delhi/Bhubaneswar: The unique fragrance of Odisha’s aromatic rice varieties has captivated visitors at the India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2024 in New Delhi. Hosted at the ‘Odisha Mandap,’ the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment showcased the state’s diverse agricultural produce, including aromatic rice and millet-based products, drawing significant attention from shoppers and food…
Bhubaneswar: Filing nomination papers has concluded for 28 Assembly segments under four Lok Sabha constituencies of Odisha where the polling is going to take place on May 13. As per the data released by the Election Commission on Friday, as many as 266 candidates filed 483 nomination papers for 28 Assembly seats for the fourth…
Bhubaneswar: The ST & SC Development Department and Regional Medical Research Centre (RMRC), ICMR signed an MoU on Wednesday for establishing a Tribal Health Observatory (TriHOb) ensuring equity in tribal health in Odisha. Principal Secretary, ST & SC Dev. Dept Ranjana Chopra and Director RMRC, ICMR Dr. Sanghamita Pati signed the MoU in presence of…
Bhubaneswar: In a groundbreaking move towards advanced healthcare infrastructure, AIIMS Bhubaneswar is set to inaugurate multiple facilities tomorrow. Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandviya will unveil the state-of-the-art Trauma Centre, Dharmasala, and the HELA Machine, showcasing a commitment to cutting-edge medical technologies and compassionate patient care. The Trauma Centre, equipped with modern amenities and advanced medical…
In a remarkable feat, the Ministry of Coal has surpassed its GeM (Government e-Marketplace) procurement target for the fiscal year 2023-24, reaching an impressive Rs. 63,890 Crore as of February 14, 2024. This outstanding achievement is 300% of the annual target of Rs. 21,325 Crore, positioning the Ministry of Coal at the forefront among all…
Bhubaneswar: The top-ranked Netherlands men’s hockey team touched down in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on Sunday, gearing up for a crucial series of matches in the FIH Hockey Pro League 2023/24 scheduled to unfold in India. The prestigious FIH Hockey Pro League 2023/24 (men) is set to kick off at the iconic Kalinga Hockey Stadium in Bhubaneswar from…
Bhubaneswar: To promote Odisha’s rich cultural and social legacy, the Siddhi Binayak Charitable Trust is poised to host the Jayadev Gouraba Samman 2023 from December 20 to 22 at Goruhat Padia in the Bali Patana area of Bhubaneswar. The three-day extravaganza would be graced by Bollywood icons Suniel Shetty and Gulshan Grover, alongside acclaimed artists…
Bhubaneswar: Security forces recovered a cache of concealed arms, ammunition and explosive materials believed to belong to Maoist cadres during a coordinated search operation in Kandhamal district, police said on Tuesday. The operation was launched on June 16 based on specific intelligence inputs regarding hidden Maoist materials in forested areas spanning Sitagurha, Ganjugurha, Kutibarhi, Gudrikya…
