The issue of voting rights for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) has resurfaced, as a parliamentary panel has endorsed remote voting options for overseas voters. While NRIs have been allowed to vote since 2011, they are required to cast their ballots in person, a restriction that significantly limits voter participation. With an estimated 1.8 crore NRIs across…
The Odisha State Road Transport Corporation (OSRTC) has recorded a substantial loss of ₹45.47 crore over the last two financial years, as revealed by Commerce and Transport Minister Bibhuti Bhusan Jena in the state assembly. The report highlights a concerning trend in the financial sustainability of OSRTC, raising questions about operational inefficiencies, rising expenses, and…
Indian car buyers will soon face higher costs as several leading automakers have announced price hikes across their model line-ups, effective from April 1, 2025. The decision comes as manufacturers grapple with rising input costs, inflation, and increased operational expenses. With major brands like Maruti Suzuki, Tata, Mahindra, Hyundai, and Honda joining the list, the…
Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to visit India soon, marking his first trip since the outbreak of the Russia-Ukraine war in 2022. This visit, following an invitation from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, signals the deep-rooted and evolving relationship between the two nations. With global geopolitics undergoing significant shifts, the visit is expected to further…
The Congress party is set to gherao the Odisha State Assembly today, protesting against the rising incidents of violence against women and atrocities against children. This protest follows an overnight sit-in demonstration since Tuesday and aims to hold the government accountable. The demonstration has escalated political tensions in the state, prompting stringent security measures. Odisha’s…
Maruti Suzuki, India’s largest car manufacturer, has announced a massive investment of ₹7,410 crore ($864 million) to establish a third manufacturing plant in Haryana’s Kharkhoda region. This expansion is expected to significantly boost production capacity and help the company maintain its dominance in the highly competitive Indian automobile market. With increasing demand for Maruti Suzuki…
President Donald Trump has once again made headlines by imposing a 25% tariff on imported automobiles, a move that expands his ongoing trade war and sends shockwaves through the global auto industry. The decision, which takes effect on April 3, has sparked concerns over rising vehicle prices, potential job losses, and retaliatory measures from U.S….
India and Bangladesh have shared deep historical, cultural, and economic ties for decades. However, recent incidents of violence against Hindu minorities in Bangladesh have strained this relationship. In a letter to Bangladesh’s Chief Advisor Mohammad Yunus, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reiterated the need for strengthening bilateral ties, emphasizing mutual sensitivity and cooperation. His…
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has defended the government’s move to grant tax authorities access to digital records, calling it a necessary step to curb tax evasion and financial fraud. Addressing the Lok Sabha, she emphasized that digital evidence, including WhatsApp messages and Google Maps location data, is already used in tax investigations and should be…
India’s road infrastructure is on the brink of a transformation, with Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways, Nitin Gadkari, asserting that India’s highway network will surpass that of the United States within the next two years. Speaking at an event on March 25, Gadkari highlighted significant advancements in road construction, logistics, and electric vehicle…
