Category: News

Jakarta/New Delhi, July 7 (UDN): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid glowing tributes to former Odisha Chief Minister Biju Patnaik while addressing the Indonesian Parliament, recalling the legendary leader’s extraordinary contribution to Indonesia’s freedom struggle and describing his courage as a defining chapter in the long-standing friendship between the…

Berhampur, July 7 (UDN): Berhampur Railway Station is poised for a major transformation as Indian Railways has approved a comprehensive redevelopment project worth ₹300 crore to convert the station into a world-class transportation hub. The ambitious project aims to modernise passenger amenities, strengthen infrastructure, and improve overall rail connectivity in…

Bhubaneswar, July 7 (UDN): In a bid to improve road safety and ensure stricter compliance with motor vehicle laws, the Odisha government has introduced tougher enforcement measures against traffic violations, empowering officials to seize vehicles operating without mandatory documents. Representational Image  The State Transport Authority (STA) has issued a fresh…

New Delhi, July 7: The Central Government is set to launch a new monthly Index of Services Production from July 14, aimed at providing a clearer picture of the performance and growth trends of India’s rapidly expanding services sector. The new index will track changes in service-sector activity and provide…

Bangkok, July 7: A significant archaeological discovery in Thailand has shed new light on the ancient cultural and trade links between India and Southeast Asia, with the recovery of two gold rings believed to be around 2,000 years old. The rings were found during an excavation at the Don Yai Thong…

Nagpur, July 7: India is set to host the 3rd BRICS Transport Ministers’ Meeting in Nagpur, bringing together transport ministers and senior representatives from BRICS nations to strengthen cooperation in the mobility and infrastructure sectors. The meeting will focus on key areas including sustainable transport development, cross-border connectivity, logistics efficiency,…

New Delhi, July 7: India’s economy has become increasingly resilient to monsoon-related disruptions, with reduced dependence on rainfall patterns due to structural changes, economic diversification, and improved risk management measures, according to a recent report. The report noted that while the monsoon remains a key factor for the agricultural sector…

New Delhi, July 7: The Central Government has clarified that reports claiming a nationwide rollout of E-25 petrol are incorrect, stating that no such decision has been taken. Officials said there is currently no proposal to introduce petrol blended with 25 per cent ethanol and urged the public to rely…

Guwahati, July 7: The Assam Government has launched the CM-FLIGHT (Chief Minister’s Foreign Language Initiative for Global Human Talent) programme to prepare young people for overseas employment by equipping them with language proficiency and industry-relevant skills. The initiative aims to enhance the global employability of Assam’s youth by providing training…

Ranchi, July 7: Jharkhand has achieved a major milestone in agricultural exports with the shipment of Amrapali mangoes from the state’s tribal belt to Dubai, reinforcing efforts to expand the global reach of locally grown horticultural produce. The export marks a significant step towards integrating tribal farmers into international markets,…