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PM Modi hails Next Generation GST reforms, calls UP a hub of investment at international trade show

By Odisha News Online Sep 25, 2025 326

LUCKNOW, SEP 25 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday inaugurated the third edition of the five-day Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show (UPITS) at the India Expo Centre & Mart, describing the recently implemented ‘Next Generation GST reforms’ as a landmark in India’s economic journey. “The reform has not only provided major relief to consumers […]Continue Reading

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BCCI complains against Rauf, Sahibzada to ICC; PCB lodge protest against Suryakumar

By Odisha News Online Sep 25, 2025 399

DUBAI, SEP 25 : India has filed an official complaint with the ICC against Pakistan cricketers Haris Rauf and Sahibzada Farhan for their provocative gestures during the two sides’ Asia Cup Super 4 game here last Sunday. It is reliably learnt that the BCCI filed the complaint against the duo on Wednesday and ICC is […]Continue Reading

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Mohanlal honoured with Dadasaheb Phalke award at 71st National Film Awards ceremony

By Odisha News Online Sep 23, 2025 330

NEW DELHI,SEP 23 : In a moment of pride for Malayalam cinema, veteran actor Mohanlal was conferred the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award at the 71st National Film Awards, held on Tuesday, at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. The award was presented by President Droupadi Murmu, marking a historic moment as Mohanlal became only the second Malayali […]Continue Reading

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‘Hanuman is a false god’: US politician sparks controversy, faces backlash

By Odisha News Online Sep 23, 2025 294

HOUSTON , SEP 23 : A US politician has sparked a controversy by describing Hindu God Hanuman as “false” and declaring America to be a “Christian nation”, drawing sharp criticism from community members and internet users. Sharing a video of a 90-ft bronze statue of Hanuman located in Texas, Republican leader Alexander Duncan posted on […]Continue Reading

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Very heavy rains flood Kolkata, halt normal life; four die from electrocution

By Odisha News Online Sep 23, 2025 453

KOLKATA , SEP 23 : At least four people died from electrocution in rain-hit Kolkata, officials said, as heavy overnight rainfall caused widespread waterlogging, halting traffic, public transport and daily life across the city on Tuesday. The victims were identified as Firoz Ali Khan (50) of Beniapukur, Pranatosh Kundu (62) of Netaji Nagar, and Mumtaz […]Continue Reading

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GST savings festival begins tomorrow, double bonanza for middle class: PM

By Odisha News Online Sep 21, 2025 444

NEW DELHI, SEP 21 : On the eve of Navratri, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation, unveiling what he described as the dawn of a new economic chapter with the rollout of GST 2.0. Calling it the beginning of a “Bachat Utsav”, a festival of savings, the Prime Minister said the GST reforms would […]Continue Reading

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H-1B decision will reverse brain drain, help India: Experts

By Odisha News Online Sep 21, 2025 326

HYDERABAD, SEP 21 : While US President Donald Trump’s decision to impose an annual fee of USD 100,000 on H-1B visas over its potential impact on the IT sector has been met with expression of concern from some quarters, some industry observers believe the move could benefit India by reducing brain drain and strengthening the […]Continue Reading

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Skilled talent exchange drives growth: India on US’ new H-1B visa rule impact

By Odisha News Online Sep 20, 2025 445

NEW DELHI, SEP 20 : The government on Saturday said it is assessing the implications of the new H-1B visa rule, which imposes a USD 100,000 (over Rs 88 lakh) annual fee, stressing that the exchange of skilled talent is crucial for growth and innovation in both countries. It urged US authorities to address the […]Continue Reading

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PM Modi declares ships as ‘infrastructure’, unveils Rs 34,200 crore maritime projects in Gujarat

By Odisha News Online Sep 20, 2025 505

AHMEDABAD, SEP 20 : Calling it a “historic reform,” Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday announced that large ships will now be officially recognized as infrastructure — a move that will ease financing, lower interest rates, and empower Indian shipping companies to compete globally. He also announced three new schemes worth Rs 70,000 crore to: […]Continue Reading

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Multiple Delhi schools receive bomb threats; search operations underway

By Odisha News Online Sep 20, 2025 190

NEW DELHI, SEP 20 : Multiple schools in the national capital received bomb threats on Saturday morning, triggering panic and prompting a swift response from police and bomb disposal squads, officials said. The schools that reported receiving the threats include Delhi Public School (DPS) in Dwarka, Krishna Model Public School, and Sarvodaya Vidyalaya, they said. […]Continue Reading