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Mumbai: Indian stock markets ended Wednesday's session on a strong note, although they gave up a large part of their early gains as optimism around easing tensions between the US and Iran faded later in the day. The benchmark indices Nifty and Sensex both closed higher, snapping their two-day losing streak. The Nifty settled at 22,679.40, up 348 points or 1.56 per cent, while the Sensex rose 1,186.77 points or 1.65 per cent to end at 73,134.34. Commenting on Nifty technical outlook, experts s ...Read More >
Patna: In a major crackdown following the deadly stampede at the Sheetla Mata Temple in Nalanda district, police have arrested four priests and filed a case against 40 people. The incident, which occurred a day earlier, claimed the lives of nine devotees and left several others injured. The stampede took place at a temple in Madhada village under the jurisdiction of Deepnagar police station in Nalanda, triggering immediate administrative action. Given the seriousness of the incident, authorit ...Read More >
Kolkata: BJP leader Mithun Chakraborty on Wednesday hit out at the Trinamool Congress over what he described as "divisive politics" in West Bengal, while also lauding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process and raising concerns over reports of "dead voters." The actor-turned-politician questioned alleged irregularities in electoral rolls and suggested that such issues needed closer scrutiny to ensure transparency in the voting process in the upcoming Assembly polls. Speaking to IANS, on al ...Read More >
Tumakuru (Karnataka): President of India, Droupadi Murmu, graced the 119th birthday celebrations and Guruvandana mahotsava of Dr Sree Sree Sivakumara Mahaswamiji at Sree Siddaganga Math, Tumakuru, Karnataka on Wednesday. Speaking on the occasion, the President said that saints like Shivakumara Swamiji embody the very soul of our society and nation. Although his physical form merged with the Supreme Essence in 2019, the stream of his spirituality will forever continue to nourish and sustain both ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas clarified on Wednesday that only the price of commercial LPG have been increased in the country, while that of domestic LPG has been left unchanged to protect households from the sharp rise in the cost at which the cooking gas is being imported amid disruptions due to the Iran war. "Prices of commercial LPG cylinders, used by industries and hotels, are deregulated, market determined and revised normally on a monthly basis. Their consumption i ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: In a significant operation, Odisha Vigilance arrested Bidyut Ranjan Bhol, Deputy Manager of Sambalpur Division, Odisha Police Housing & Welfare Corporation (OPHWC) in an interception case. He will be forwarded to the Special Vigilance Judge, Sambalpur. Sambalpur Vigilance has registered a case under Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act, 2018 against Bhol. Following the interception, vigilance teams conducted simultaneous searches at Bhol's residences in Sambalpur, Bhubaneswar, ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: BJP MP Nishikant Dubey has apologised for his recent comments on Odisha's former Chief Minister and iconic leader Biju Patnaik. In a social media post, Dubey stated that his remarks were misinterpreted and expressed regret if they hurt anyone's sentiments. Dubey had made the comments last week regarding Nehru-Gandhi family, which was perceived to be targeting Biju Patnaik. He clarified that his statement was a personal observation and not intended to hurt anyone. Besides, the BJP ...Read More >
New Delhi: Domestic gross GST collections rose 8.8 per cent year-on-year to Rs 2 lakh crore in March 2026, driven by steady domestic revenues and a sharp uptick in import-related collections, according to official data released on Wednesday. Gross GST revenue stood at Rs 2,00,064 crore in March, compared to Rs 1,83,845 crore in the same month last year. The growth was led by a strong 17.8 per cent rise in import revenues, while domestic revenues increased at a relatively moderate performance of ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: OPHWC Deputy Manager of the Sambalpur Division Bidyut Ranjan Bhol's assets worth crores are being unearthed in ongoing searches. According to vigilance reports, the latest findings include 29 plots in Jatni, Berhampur, and other locations, 2 multi-storeyed buildings, one flat at Kalinga Vihar in Bhubaneswar, gold weighing 1.140Kg (including 6 gold coins and 2 gold biscuits), and cash Rs. 48,79,100/-. Bhol is being brought to Bhubaneswar for further searches. It is pertinent to men ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati extended warm greetings to the people of the state on the occasion of Utkal Diwas, celebrated annually on April 1. In a social media post, he paid tribute to the visionaries who played a pivotal role in the formation of a separate Odisha state, highlighting their contributions to the state's language, literature, and culture. The Governor urged everyone to unite in strengthening Odisha's identity and pride, marking the significance of the day ...Read More >
New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday extended greetings to the people on the occasion of Odisha Day and lauded the state's "significant role" in the journey of 'Viksit Bharat'. Odisha Day, or Utkal Divas, is celebrated annually on April 1 to commemorate the formation of Odisha as a separate province on April 1, 1936, based on linguistic identity. This day honours Odisha's rich culture, heritage, and the leaders who fought for a separate state. In a post on X, President Murmu said, ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: A 49-member joint delegation of opposition parties met Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati at the Lok Bhavan and submitted a memorandum demanding stringent action over the recent fire incident at SCB Medical College and Hospital that claimed 13 lives. The delegation comprised leaders from the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), Indian National Congress, Communist Party of India (CPI), Communist Party of India (Marxist), Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) Liberation, All India Forward ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: In a shocking incident, a 17-year-old girl from Andhra Pradesh who ran away from home to escape alleged sexual abuse by her stepfather was drugged and gang-raped by two men in Berhampur city on March 29, police said on Tuesday. Odisha Police acted swiftly and arrested two adult accused aged 23 and 19 years. A 15-year-old boy was also detained and sent to a juvenile home in connection with the case. According to police, the girl, a resident of Kadapa district in Andhra Pradesh, fled ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has assured the people of Odisha not to panic amid the prevailing war situation in West Asia, stating that the state government is fully prepared to handle any eventualities. "I have reviewed the impact of the war situation. Action has been taken on black marketing. We are vigilant as per the Prime Minister's instructions -- don't panic," the Chief Minister said firmly. While presenting the statement on the expenditure sanction bill, CM Majhi assu ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Legislative Assembly today passed the Appropriation Bill authorising the state government to spend ₹3.10 lakh crore from the Consolidated Fund during the financial year 2026-27. The Bill was passed amid a walkout by Opposition members. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, who also holds the Finance portfolio, while speaking in support of the Bill, said the budget estimates for 2026-27 stand at ₹3.10 lakh crore, which is 7 per cent higher than the estimates of the previous ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Vigilance on Tuesday arrested Satyaprakash Narayan Bhattaray, Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE) of Badamba Panchayat Samiti in Cuttack district, for allegedly possessing disproportionate assets (DA) amounting to 128 per cent of his known sources of income, officials said. According to Vigilance authorities, Bhattaray failed to satisfactorily account for the assets found in his possession during an investigation. A case has been registered against him at the Vigilance P ...Read More >
New Delhi: Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has said that consensus-based decision-making is the bedrock of the WTO's legitimacy, as the discussions related to reforms in the global trading system, electronic commerce, TRIPS non-violation and the package for least developed countries (LDCs) will now continue in Geneva. The minister's statement comes after the conclusion of the 14th Ministerial Conference of the WTO at Yaounde in Cameroon on Monday, where he led the Indian delegation. Goyal empha ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: Seven state-run companies and corporations in Odisha posted a combined loss of ₹794.98 crore in the financial year 2022-23, according to a report by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) tabled in the Assembly on Tuesday. The audit assessed the financial performance of 29 State Public Sector Enterprises (SPSEs), of which seven entities reported losses during the fiscal. The total loss marks a significant rise from ₹453.11 crore recorded by the same set of entities in 2 ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Supreme Court is slated to hear, on Wednesday, a plea filed by the Muslim side challenging the Madhya Pradesh High Court's order in the long-standing Bhojshala Temple-Kamal Maula Mosque dispute in Dhar district. As per the causelist published on the official website of the apex court, a Bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M. Pancholi will take up the Special Leave Petition (SLP) filed by the Maulana Kamaluddin Welfare Society on ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Police has declared that Left Wing Extremism (LWE) is no longer a threat in the state, with the surrender window for Maoists closing on March 31. ADG (anti-naxal operation) Sanjeeb Panda stated that only a handful of Maoists remain active in Kandhamal district, and security forces will now focus on eliminating them. Panda credited the success to coordinated efforts between security forces, the state government, and public cooperation. He noted that Maoist presence has been ...Read More >
Vav Tharad (Gujarat): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday highlighted India's stability amid global energy and geopolitical challenges, particularly in West Asia, while sharply criticising the Congress for "undermining" national unity and "spreading rumours". Speaking after launching projects worth over Rs 19,800 crore in Vav-Tharad, the Prime Minister referred to the turbulence in West Asia and its impact on energy supplies worldwide. "We can see how many countries are facing uncertainty ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: Odisha's economy grew at a moderate rate of 11.40 per cent in 2024-25 compared to previous year, with Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) rising to ₹8.90 lakh crore from ₹5.40 lakh crore in 2020-21, reflecting a compound annual growth rate of 13.30 per cent, according to the Comptroller and Auditor General's (CAG) State Finances Audit Report (Report No. 3 of 2026). Despite the steady economic expansion, the report cautioned that structural weaknesses in revenue mobilisation, expend ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: At least 523 people have been killed and 1,391 injured in attacks by wild animals, including elephants, across Odisha over the past three years, Forest, Environment and Climate Change Minister Ganesh Ram Singkhuntia informed the Assembly on Tuesday. Replying to a written question by BJP legislator Padmalochan Panda, the minister said 175 deaths and 408 injuries were reported in 2022-23. The figures rose to 186 deaths and 445 injuries in 2023-24. In 2024-25, 164 people lost their li ...Read More >
New Delhi: Around 5,72,000 passengers have returned from the West Asia region to India and with the Qatar airspace partially open, around 8-10 non-scheduled commercial flights are expected to operate to the country on Tuesday, the government said. In the UAE, around 85 flights are expected to operate across the day. Limited non-scheduled flights continue based on operational and safety considerations. Flights continue to operate from Oman and Saudi Arabia to India, according to the Ministry of ...Read More >
Kannur: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on the ruling Left Democratic Front in Kerala, alleging an "unprecedented partnership" between the Left and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and pitched the upcoming Assembly election as a battle of ideologies. Arriving in Kannur as the star campaigner of the United Democratic Front (UDF), Gandhi held a breakfast meeting with local leaders before addressing a massive rally attended by candidates from across the district. ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Assembly witnessed chaos on Tuesday as opposition members protested remarks made by BJP MP Nishikant Dubey against freedom fighter and former Chief Minister Biju Patnaik, forcing Speaker Surama Padhy to adjourn the House till 11:30 am. The uproar began at 10:30 am, shortly after the House convened for the Question Hour. Members of the opposition -- BJD, Congress, and CPI(M) -- stormed the Well, raising slogans like "Odia Asmita Kuade Gola" (Where is your Odia pride). The ...Read More >
Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday announced a series of major promises while addressing the release of the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) election manifesto ahead of the Assembly polls. Speaking at the manifesto launch event, CM Sarma said the BJP has outlined an ambitious roadmap focusing on development, welfare and strong governance. He asserted that the party is committed to safeguarding the interests of the people of Assam while accelerating economic growth. Amo ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: Around 7.68 lakh names have been removed from Odisha's electoral roll between June 2025 and March 22, 2026, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi informed the state Assembly on Monday. In a written reply to a query by BJD legislator Ranendra Pratap Swain, the chief minister said that deletions were carried out for multiple reasons, including death, migration, and duplication. According to the data shared, as many as 2,03,396 names were struck off following the death of voters. A large ...Read More >
Mumbai: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Monday injected Rs 84,582 crore into the banking system to enhance liquidity through two variable rate repo (VRR) auctions. The central bank injected Rs 50,001 crore through the first three-day VRR auction early in the day at a cut-off rate of 5.34 per cent and weighted average rate of 5.44 per cent, according to an RBI statement. The RBI injected another Rs 34,581 crore at 5.26 per cent cut-off and 5.30 per cent weighted average rate at an auction la ...Read More >
Bhopal: The procurement of wheat at the minimum support price (MSP) for the Rabi Marketing Year 2026-27 in Madhya Pradesh, which was scheduled to begin from April 1, has now been rescheduled again. The government's new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), issued on Monday, stated that the wheat procurement process in Bhopal, Indore, Ujjain, and Narmadapuram divisions will begin from April 10. Similarly, the procurement of wheat crops in Jabalpur, Gwalior, Rewa, Shahdol, Chambal, and Sagar divis ...Read More >
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