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Bhubaneswar,  Feb, 4:  Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has exempted bio-gas blended CNG from Central Excise Duty by completely removing the bio-gas component from the duty structure. As a result, CNG mixed with bio-gas will become cheaper in the coming days, reducing overall expenses for consumers.

Kotpad. Feb, 4:  The 33rd Annual Function was celebrated at Chandili High School under Chandili Panchayat in Kotpad. On this occasion, Kotpad MLA Rupu Bhatra, MP’s representative Rameshwar Jena, former MLA Chandrasekhar Majhi, MLA’s representative Binayak Acharya, BDO Sandhya Rani Samrath, Sarpanch Pushpa Pooja, committee members, and the MLA’s teacher (Guru) were present on the dais. The program began with the worship of Lord Jagannath. In…

Kotpad, Feb, 4:  Koraput District Collector Manoj Satyaban Mahajan, along with Sub-Collector A. Sasya Reddy, visited the Kotpad Notified Area Council (NAC) . During the visit, they inspected the tamarind processing center at Basuguda in Kotpad, two newly constructed Kalyan Mandaps (community halls) currently under construction, the Kotpad Aahar Centre, and the Kotpad Block office. The District Collector highly appreciated the functioning of the Kotpad Aahar…

Kotpad, Feb, 4:  A promotional chariot rally was seen in Kotpad as part of the “Jago Aur Jagao” (Awaken and Inspire) campaign of New India, aimed at spreading awareness about the glory of cows (Gomahima). The main objective of the campaign is to appeal for declaring the cow (Gomata) as the “National Mother” and to demand a complete ban on cow slaughter. As part of the…

Delhi, Feb, 4:  The Union Budget 2026–27 has been presented in Parliament. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Budget. She presented the Budget for the 9th consecutive time. Data on the economic growth achieved over the past 11 years was highlighted. The country is moving forward with the goal of a “Viksit Bharat” (Developed India)

Jharsuguda ,Feb, 4: On the occasion of World Cancer Day, a large cancer awareness program will be organized on February 4, 2026, at 4:00 PM in the school auditorium. Addressing the media, the organizers stated that the main objective of the program is to create awareness among the general public about the early symptoms of cancer, the importance of timely screening, and preventive measures. They…

Bhubaneswar,  Feb, 4:  Mission Shakti will get a new look; the dress code will be changed. Information shared by Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida. “The new dress code will come into effect from Utkal Divas.” “Mission Shakti women will receive ID cards along with smartphones.”

Jeypore, Feb, 4: Tourism development work will be undertaken near the famous Maliput Railway Bridge. Arrangements will be made for mountain trekking up to the two waterfalls located on Haridaput Hill nearby. The block administration has prepared a blueprint for the project, with an estimated expenditure of ₹65 lakh in the first phase. According to the block administration, tourists visiting Muran and Telingiri Dam will…

Bhubaneswar,  Feb, 4:  A new Tehsil Office will be opened in Burla, Sambalpur. The information was given by Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari. He announced this after a review meeting held at the District Collector’s office.

Bhubaneswar,  Feb, 4:  Agreement with ICC BCCI’s response after reports that Pakistan may not play against India in the T20 World Cup For the first time, BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla reacted on the issue “The ICC has already issued its statement on the matter.” “ICC has spoken about maintaining the spirit of the game, and we fully agree with it.” “We will not give any further…

Bhubaneswar,  Feb, 4:  Press meet by Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Rs 10,928 crore has been allocated for Odisha in the Railway Budget Odisha will benefit significantly from the East–West Corridor The East–West Corridor will pass through Odisha and connect to Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, and Gujarat The corridor will play a major role in Odisha’s industrial development In the last 11 years, 2,200 km of new railway…

Borigumma,Feb, 4: The traditional Magha Mandei Yatra was observed on the last Wednesday of the month of Magha at the temple of Maa Shankulai located in Bisinghpur village under Borigumma Block. Two days later, after the ceremonial arrival of the sacred staffs (lathi), the region’s renowned annual Magha Mandei Yatra of Lord Bhairav was held on Friday at the Bhairav Temple in Borigumma. The temple…

Malkangiri, Feb, 4: A farewell felicitation was accorded to teacher Haripriya Padhi at Chitapari–4 Government Primary School under Korukonda Block Education Department of Malkangiri district. The farewell was organized jointly by the school authorities and the villagers. Mrs. Padhi had been serving as a teacher in the school for more than two years, imparting education to the students. Owing to her unique teaching style, many…

Malkangiri, Feb, 4: The district’s popular cultural festival, Malyabanta Mahotsav, was inaugurated yesterday in Malkangiri. The event was presided over by District Collector and President of the District Culture Council, Shri Somesh Kumar Upadhyay. Attending the inaugural ceremony as Chief Guest was Malkangiri MLA Narasingha Madkami. Among the distinguished guests were Superintendent of Police Vinod Patil, DFO Sai Kiran D.N., and Additional District Magistrate Bedabar…

Malkangiri, Feb, 4: Under the supervision of the Malkangiri District Branch of the Indian Red Cross Society, a cleanliness drive was successfully conducted at the Malyabanta Mahotsav ground during the ongoing Malyabanta Festival in the district, with special emphasis on maintaining hygiene and sanitation. The program was organized under the guidance of District Education Officer Shri Chittaranjan Panigrahi. On this occasion, DPO Kartik Behera, P.…

Mr. Prashant Vasisht, Senior Vice President and Co-Group Head, Corporate Ratings, ICRA Ltd. “The announcement of US-India trade deal reportedly includes removing the 25% penal tariffs on India, with the latter agreeing to stop purchase of crude oil from Russia. Additionally, India is to step up purchase of US crude oil and potentially start buying oil from Venezuela. For the Indian refining sector, there are…

New Delhi, Feb 03: Hyatt Regency Delhi introduces a thoughtfully curated Kashmiri Food Festival at Café, the hotel’s signature all-day dining destination. Taking place from 30 January to 8 February 2026, the festival brings the depth, refinement, and heritage of Kashmiri cuisine to the capital through a limited-period culinary showcase. Rooted in traditional slow-cooking techniques and the nuanced use of aromatics such as saffron, fennel, dried…

Hyderabad, Feb 03: India continues to face elevated uncertainty driven by financial pressures, health-related challenges, digital risks, and broader societal factors. With the national Index at 79, concerns around financial readiness, personal safety, healthcare costs, and long-term stability remain persistent despite economic growth. Hyderabad records an Index of 76—lower than the national average but still above the South Zone benchmark of 71. Digital safety emerges…

Shreepoorna S Rao, Founder & CEO, Arctus Aerospace “Budget 2026 signals a clear shift in how India views aerospace and deep-tech manufacturing. The emphasis on R&D incentives, domestic component ecosystems, and easier access to capital for high-tech startups directly strengthens companies building complex platforms like high-altitude UAVs. What’s encouraging is the recognition that strategic sectors need long-term patient capital and testing infrastructure, not just subsidies.…

Bengaluru, Feb 03: Industry leaders have welcomed the Union Budget 2026 for its strong focus on manufacturing, MSMEs, employment generation, and long-term economic fundamentals. These views were shared during the BCIC Post-Budget Analysis of the Union Budget 2026-27, organised by the Bangalore Chamber of Industry and Commerce (BCIC). Prashant Gokhale, President of the Bangalore Chamber of Industry and Commerce (BCIC) and Managing Director of Bühler…

Tarun Katial, Founder & CEO at coto “The Union Budget 2026 marks an important shift in how India is re-imagining healthcare and human development. By reinforcing preventive healthcare, holistic wellbeing and early intervention, the Budget creates space to recognise emotional and mental wellbeing as a foundational pillar of long-term health and quality of life. The articulation of the government’s third core kartavya aligns with the…