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NTPC Donates ₹63.59 Lakh in Medical Equipment to AIIMS Bhubaneswar, Boosting Odisha’s Healthcare Backbone

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NTPC’s CSR Drive Strengthens Odisha’s Public Health Sector NTPC Ltd., through its Eastern Region-II Headquarters in Bhubaneswar, has made a meaningful stride in public health advancement by donating medical equipment worth ₹63.59 lakh to AIIMS Bhubaneswar under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme. This vital initiative is not just a donation — it is a strategic reinforcement…

Bhubaneswar to Abu Dhabi Flights from June 12: Odisha’s Global Air Links Take Off

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Abu Dhabi Joins Bhubaneswar’s Air Map Odisha’s international aviation network is set for a major expansion as direct flights between Bhubaneswar and Abu Dhabi commence from June 12, 2025. The new connection marks the fourth international route from Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA), strengthening the state capital’s position as a key aviation hub in eastern India. Following existing direct…

India Signals Bank Ownership Reforms to Attract Global Capital

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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is signalling a significant shift in banking regulation: greater openness to foreign ownership in Indian banks. As India’s economy rapidly expands and its capital demands grow, this move could reshape the structure of the country’s tightly regulated banking sector. The RBI’s reconsideration of shareholding and licensing norms, as confirmed by Governor…

India-US Trade Pact Within Reach, Says US Commerce Secretary Lutnick

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A Promising Outlook for Bilateral Trade US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has affirmed that a trade agreement between India and the United States is likely to materialize in the “not too distant future.” Speaking at the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum’s Leadership Summit in Washington, Lutnick highlighted growing alignment between the two economies. He emphasized that the right negotiators…

Northeast Reels Under Deluge: 34 Dead, Lakhs Affected as Rain and Floods Wreak Havoc

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Northeast Drowns: 34 Dead, Thousands Displaced in Torrential Rains Nature’s Fury Unleashed The Northeast of India is battling one of the worst weather disasters in recent years, as continuous torrential rainfall has led to devastating floods and landslides across Assam, Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, and Sikkim. At least 34 people have lost their lives, and nearly…

India’s Delegation in UK Slams Terror, Exposes Pakistan’s Role

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India’s UK Delegation Warns: No Room for Terror An all-party Indian parliamentary delegation, led by senior BJP leader and MP Ravi Shankar Prasad, visited the United Kingdom to articulate India’s uncompromising stance against terrorism. This unified front, featuring leaders from multiple political ideologies, served as a rare and powerful diplomatic initiative that transcends party lines, amplifying India’s global voice…

Tunnel Breakthrough Propels Khurda–Bolangir Rail Project Towards Completion

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Final Tunnel Excavation Marks Engineering Feat in Odisha’s Landmark Rail Project The ambitious Khurda Road–Bolangir railway line project has crossed a major engineering milestone with the successful completion of the final tunnel excavation. On Sunday, engineers achieved a breakthrough in Tunnel T2, located between Buguda and Daspalla in Nayagarh district. This marks the completion of…

Op Sindoor Was a Wake-Up Call — We Learned Fast and Struck Harder: Top General

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A Rare Admission Amid High-Stakes Conflict For the first time since the intense four-day conflict with Pakistan in May, India’s Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Anil Chauhan, publicly acknowledged the loss of Indian fighter jets during Operation Sindoor. In a candid interview at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, General Chauhan dismissed Pakistan’s exaggerated claims…

Odisha Crime Branch Deepens Naba Das Murder Probe, Fresh Witnesses Questioned

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A High-Profile Case That Shook Odisha The murder of senior Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leader and former Odisha Health Minister Naba Kishore Das remains one of the most shocking and widely discussed political assassinations in the state’s recent history. Over a year since the brutal incident, the case continues to grip public attention, especially as…

Historic Milestone: First Batch of 17 Women Cadets Passes Out from NDA

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A New Chapter in NDA’s Glorious Legacy For the first time in the history of the National Defence Academy (NDA), 17 women cadets marched out shoulder to shoulder with their male counterparts, marking a watershed moment for gender inclusion in India’s armed forces. The Passing Out Parade (POP) held at the iconic Khetrapal Parade Ground in Khadakwasla, Maharashtra, celebrated…