Progressive Finances, Strategic Choices Odisha has long been regarded as one of India’s more fiscally disciplined states, balancing welfare initiatives with infrastructure investment. Its progressive approach to financial management has now drawn national attention, with Treasury Bill (T-Bill) holdings tripling in just a quarter, making Odisha the second-largest state investor in these secure, short-term instruments. For a state…
Odisha’s Progressive Urban Push Odisha, under its new government, has been steadily carving a reputation for progressive governance with a focus on balanced growth. From infrastructure expansion to digital governance and people-centric reforms, the state is attempting to set new benchmarks for inclusive development. In line with this vision, the government has unveiled plans for…
A New Low in Political Discourse The election battleground in Bihar turned sharply confrontational after Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Congress-RJD alliance of hurling abuses at his late mother from their campaign stage. The incident, captured in a viral video from Darbhanga, has stirred anger, not just within the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), but across…
India Takes Center Stage at the SCO Summit This year’s Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit placed India firmly in the international spotlight. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping attracted attention far beyond the borders of Eurasia. For Washington, however, the optics of New Delhi’s engagement with Moscow and…
SCO Summit: A New Chapter in Asian Diplomacy The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in China has emerged as one of the most closely watched diplomatic stages in recent years. For India, the event provided Prime Minister Narendra Modi a chance to demonstrate deft strategic balancing at a time of shifting global alignments. Surrounded by leaders from Russia,…
The Legacy of the Magsaysay Prize The Ramon Magsaysay Award, often described as Asia’s Nobel Prize, was established in 1957 to honor the former Philippine president known for integrity and service. It celebrates individuals and institutions that embody transformative leadership, selflessness, and impact across the continent. Over the decades, the award has recognized humanitarians, reformers, and visionaries whose work has…
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), founded in 2001, began as a platform for regional security, economic cooperation, and cultural exchange among China, Russia, and Central Asian nations. Over the years, it has expanded in scope and influence, bringing India and Pakistan into its fold in 2017. Now representing almost half of the world’s population, the SCO has…
Rising in the National League Odisha has carved a notable place in India’s electric mobility map, ranking fifth nationwide in the adoption of electric buses. According to Housing and Urban Development (H&UD) Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra, the state is set to dramatically expand its e-bus fleet, signaling a decisive shift toward cleaner, smarter, and more inclusive urban…
Odisha’s Global Footprint in Seafood and Textiles Over the past two decades, Odisha has carved a distinct space for itself in global trade through two dynamic sectors—marine products and textiles. From the bustling seafood processing hubs along its 480-km coastline to emerging textile clusters across its inland districts, the state has steadily expanded its export presence….
Rail Investment in Odisha: Then and Now Railways have long been a lifeline for Odisha—moving coal, iron ore, steel, and other minerals from its industrial belts to ports and markets across India. Yet for decades, the state lagged behind in terms of rail infrastructure compared to its contribution to freight revenue. According to earlier Railway Budget documents, Odisha…
