Speaking to ANI, CM Majhi said, "Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented a historic budget for 2025-26. The size of the budget has been increased, it will pave the way for a new direction for the development of the country."
Odisha Police apprehended 8 accused involved in a Rs 3.51 crore robbery in Kalahandi's distillation center, seizing the stolen cash and firearms. The accused are professional criminals with prior records, says DGP Yogesh Khurania.
Sonia Gandhi stoked controversy with her reaction to President Droupadi Murmu's address to the joint session of the Parliament, when she called her "poor thing."
Speaking to ANI, Odisha Minister Mukesh Mahaling said, "I am grateful to Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the budget is in favour of the middle class."
Speaking to ANI, Patra said "There is nothing special in the budget in the context of Odisha. The double-engine government in Odisha has given a double betrayal to the people of the state. Many states are being given a lot of airports..."
Odisha BJP President Manmohan Samal criticises Sonia and Rahul Gandhi for their remarks on President Droupadi Murmu and her speech, calling their comments "unfortunate," stressing that they have forgotten basic decorum.
BJD leader Amar Patnaik comments on the challenges faced by the Union Budget 2025, pointing out the global economic stresses, protectionist policies, and critical domestic issues like price rise, unemployment, and consumption expenditure.
Taking to X, Pattnaik stated, "I join other Indians with much excitement #UnionBudget2025. I welcome the Budget through my sandart in Puri beach, Odisha."
Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], January 31: In a game-changing move for Odisha's industrial and energy sectors, the Adani Group and Jindal Steel are leading the charge with massive investments, transforming the state's infrastructure and economy. The Adani Group has committed a monumental Rs2.
BJD MP Sasmit Patra slams the President's Speech, accusing her of focusing on government's achievements while ignoring key issues like special category status for Odisha.
The tall fast bowler featured in 44 ODIs and 36 T20Is for Afghanistan since making his debut in 2009. Across both formats, he scythed 80 wickets. His last international appearance for Afghanistan dates back to March 8, 2020, in a T20I match against Ireland in Greater Noida.