The Political and Business Daily - April 09, 2025
The Political and Business Daily - April 09, 2025
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April 09, 2025
Centre pays ₹37,450 cr to farmers for cotton procured at MSP
THE Central government has, through its nodal agency, the Cotton Corporation of India Ltd (CCI), successfully procured 525 lakh quintals of seed cotton, equivalent to 100 lakh bales, under Minimum Support Price (MSP) operations during the current marketing season up to March 31 this year, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Textiles on Tuesday.
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FM: India's domestic demand big magnet amid US trade tariffs
THE resilience of the economy and strength of domestic demand will continue to make India an engine of growth amid the rapidly evolving global trade landscape as a result of US tariffs, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said in London on Tuesday.
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SC pulls up TN Guv for 'sitting on bills', sets timeline in a first
IN a major victory to DMK-led Tamil Nadu government, the Supreme Court on Tuesday cleared 10 bills which were stalled and reserved by Governor R N Ravi for President's consideration, and also set a timeline for all governors to act on the bills passed by state assemblies.
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11th round: Govt completes auction of 2 more coal mines
THE Ministry of Coal has signed two more coal mine development and production agreements with the successful bidders of two coal mines Marwatola-II and Namchik West - under the 11th round of commercial auctions, according to an official statement issued on Tuesday.
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Indians do not want to conquer countries, want to conquer hearts: President Murmu
INDIANS do not want to conquer countries but want to conquer hearts, President Droupadi Murmu said while interacting with Indian researchers here on Tuesday.
1 min
Will tariffs lead to recession?
President Donald Trump's sharp tariff hikes last week have sent the stock market into a tailspin, raised alarm bells among Wall Street executives, and heightened economists' worries that the US could slip into recession.
5 mins
Shoojit Sircar stresses the need for creative excellence, global collaboration
SEASONED filmmaker Shoojit Sircar called for creative excellence and global collaboration as he highlighted a high-impact panel titled 'Perspectives for Change.'
1 min
World is like a global village, says designer Rahul Mishra
Just like a filmmaker hopes to release a movie across the world, renowned Indian couturier Rahul Mishra says when Indian artisans want to be loved for their work everywhere and not just in their home country.
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Study links diabetes in pregnancy to higher risk of developmental disorders in children
HAVING diabetes during pregnancy could be associated to an increased risk of neurodevelopmental disorders in the child such as autism, according to a study published in The Lancet Diabetes and Endocrinology journal.
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Heatwaves drove 1/3rd of rise in India's power demand during 2024 summer: Report
INDIA's electricity demand during the severe heatwave months of April to June 2024 rose to 19.4 per cent compared to the corresponding period the year before, with increased use of air conditioning contributing nearly a third of the rise, according to a new report released on Tuesday.
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Rain, thunderstorm likely in parts of Odisha over next three days
RAIN with thunderstorm is likely in most parts of Odisha over the next three days, according to the IMD.
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CMC mismanagement halts Basanti Durga idol immersion in Cuttack
DISCONTENT brewed among Basanti Durga puja organizers in Cuttack over the Cuttack Municipal Corporation (CMC) authorities' mismanagement regarding the immersion of Goddess Durga idols. A key issue was the lack of clean water in the temporary pond set up on the Kathajodi riverbed at Devi Gada, which left many puja committees stranded.
1 min
Two arrested from Andhra by Odisha Police for misappropriating Mission Shakti funds
Two persons were arrested by the Odisha Police from Andhra Pradesh’s Srikakulam district on Tuesday for allegedly misappropriating Mission Shakti funds, officials said.
1 min
Odisha Class 10 board exam results likely in mid-May
THE results of the High School Certificate (HSC) Examination conducted by the Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha are expected to be declared in the second week of May.
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State Govt to launch 'Shakti Corridor' connecting major Shakti Peethas for pilgrims and tourists
THE Odisha government is set to embark on an ambitious project to enhance the state's spiritual tourism by developing the “Shakti Corridor,” a dedicated route connecting key Shakti Peethas and tourist destinations.
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OCAC receives dual honours from UIDAI at Aadhaar Samvaad 2025
THE Odisha Computer Application Centre (OCAC), the technical arm of the Electronics & IT Department, Government of Odisha, has been honoured with two prestigious awards by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) at the Aadhaar Samvaad 2025 event held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
1 min
BJD holds internal talks to resolve dispute over 'U-turn' on Waqf Bill
Amidst the fierce internal strife in Biju Janata Dal (BJD) following the party’s U-turn on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2023 in Rajya Sabha, senior party leaders and former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik at the latter’s residence reportedly resolved to cruise the crisis.
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Vedanta's 'Vidya' and 'Nirmal' CSR initiatives transforming lives in Odisha's rural communities
VEDANTA, India's largest aluminum producer, has launched two impactful CSR programmes Project Vidya and Project Nirmal to promote community upliftment through quality education, potable water, and sanitation. These initiatives are focused on the rural regions in Jharsuguda and Lanjigarh, located in the Sundargarh and Rayagada districts, and are set to benefit over 30,000 community members.
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State Govt launches programme to develop AI tool for monitoring growth of children
THE Odisha government has launched a programme on development of an artificial intelligence (AI) tool for monitoring the growth of children.
1 min
Deputy CM Singh Deo launches AI-powered surveillance system to strengthen urban safety in Patnagarh
In a major boost to urban security, Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo inaugurated the Patnagarh City Surveillance Project on April 8, heralding a new era of AI-driven public safety measures.
1 min
Overhauled locomotive commissioned at T&RM Dept of Rourkela Steel Plant
AN overhauled locomotive was officially commissioned at the Traffic & Raw Material (T&RM) Department of Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) on April 4, 2025, Biswaranjan Palai, Executive Director (Works), inaugurated the Periodically Overhauled Locomotive (POH) No. 1423 in a ceremony held at the department to mark the occasion.
1 min
Odisha begins restructuring of community institutions through democratic leadership
A landmark initiative to empower women and enhance socio-economic development, the Government of Odisha has launched a comprehensive restructuring process for community institutions across the state.
2 mins
World's largest dam in China like a 'water bomb' for downstream countries: BJP MP Tapir Gao
CHINA’S announcement of constructing the world’s largest dam was like a ‘water bomb’ which would have a devastating downstream impact on northeastern India and Bangladesh, BJP Lok Sabha member from Arunachal Pradesh Tapir Gao claimed here on Tuesday.
1 min
Contract workers trained in safe work practices at RSP's Ispat Suraksha Kaushal Kendra
A series of safety training sessions were conducted at the Deeksha: Ispat Suraksha Kaushal Kendra of Rourkela Steel Plant from March 24th to 26th, 2025, for over 100 contract workers from various plant units.
1 min
Odisha NH/MS India Kho Kho HPC athletes shine at 57th Sr National Kho Kho C'ship
ATHLETES from the Odisha AM/NS India Kho Kho High-Performance Centre (HPC) made a significant impact at the 57th Senior National Kho Kho Championship held in Puri from March 31 to April 4, 2025.
1 min
Female police constable found dead in Balasore district
A female police constable was found dead in her quarters in Balasore district on Tuesday, an official said.
1 min
RTI acts as bridge between citizens, govt: Assam Guv
Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Tuesday said the RTI Act functions as the bridge between common people and the government, bringing in a transformative change in the society.
1 min
Blood donation drive marks 'Odia Pakhya' celebration
THE Odisha government is celebrating the vibrant festival of Odia Pakhya, a unique cultural celebration of the state's language, customs, and traditions, which starts from April 1st to 15th.
1 min
Khurda's Assistant Collector injured after truck rams into his SUV, flees
Khurda Assistant Collector Ashwini Kumar Nayak had his driver were injured after a speeding truck rammed into their SUV on Tuesday, police said.
1 min
Orissa HC stays NHRC actions against KIIT over Nepalese student's death
The Orissa High Court has stayed till the next date of hearing the proceedings of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) against the Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) over a Nepalese student's death in February.
1 min
ONOE will save time, money & resources: Former Tripura CM
Former Tripura Chief Minister and Lok Sabha Member Biplab Kumar Deb on Tuesday strongly defended the 'One Nation One Election' (ONOE) bill, saying that the initiative would bring significant savings in time, money, and resources.
1 min
Eating only during daytime may prevent heart problems due to night shift: Study
WHILE shift work is a known risk factor for cardiovascular events, a new study showed that eating only during the day time may prevent the risks.
1 min
Fading Secularism
THE Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has long prided itself on its secular credentials, but recent events have exposed the hollowness of this claim.
2 mins
Tariff shock indicates 25bps rate cut, RBI stance may turn ‘accommodative’
THE swift shift in global sentiment, high market volatility and fear of recession amid the US tariff shock indicate a 25bps cut by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on April 9, with possible change in stance to “accommodative” to give directional easing bias, a report showed on Tuesday.
1 min
Americans Warn Trump to be ‘Hands Off’
The recent anti-Trump demonstrations have proved that the American public can’t be fooled for long as growing political awareness and discontent continue to shape the national discourse, says Asad Mirza
3 mins
From pinpricks to laughter trips, Parliament’s Waqf debate
It takes two to play a game, and it certainly did in Parliament, where the wholesome Opposition and the powerful Treasury slugged it out in one of the longest sessions of debate in the Parliament’s history.
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SC may hear on Apr 15 pleas challenging Waqf Act, Centre files caveat
THE SC would likely on April 15 hear a batch of pleas challenging the constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025. The Centre, however, on Tuesday filed a caveat in the apex court and sought a hearing before any order was passed in the matter. Caveat is filed by a party in the high courts and the apex court to ensure that no orders are passed without hearing it.
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WB recruitment scam: Rahul seeks to ensure those selected get to keep job
LEADER of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi Tuesday sought President Droupadi Murmu's intervention in ensuring that the candidates who were selected as teachers and non-teaching staffers in West Bengal schools are allowed to continue with their jobs.
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Cong to give more power to DCC chiefs, fix accountability, says Pilot
THE Congress intends to create more empowered district units with their presidents having the enhanced accountability, responsibility and political strength, AICC general secretary Sachin Pilot said here on Tuesday as the party's top brass deliberated on organisational reforms and poll preparations.
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SC may hear on April 15 pleas challenging Waqf Act, Centre files caveat
THE SC would likely on April 15 hear a batch of pleas challenging the constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2023. The Centre, however, on Tuesday filed a caveat in the apex court and sought a hearing before any order was passed in the matter. A caveat is filed by a party in the high courts and the apex court to ensure that no orders are passed without hearing it.
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Dubai Crown Prince’s India visit: Both sides agree to boost defence relations
INDIA and the UAE Tuesday agreed to boost defence ties, including possible co-development of military equipment, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and debated Minister Rajnath Singh held talks with Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, focusing on cooperation in strategic domains.
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3 groups in J-K dissociate from Hurriyat: Shah
THE Jammu Kashmir Islamic Political Party, Jammu and Kashmir Muslim Democratic League, and Kashmir Freedom Front have disassociated themselves from separatist conglomerate Hurriyat Conference, Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced on Tuesday.
1 min
Navy chief directs commanders to focus on 7 specific areas
Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi has directed naval commanders to focus on seven key areas including war fighting and combat efficiency, fleet maintenance and operational logistics, integration of new technologies and synergy with other agencies.
1 min
Need to create environment where children eat healthy, says Minister
RABIN concern over child-hood obesity, Union Minister Savitri Thakur on Tuesday said malnutrition and obe-sity have become grave prob-lems with children consum-ing too much oily food.
1 min
'Peace process underway': SC defers plea for probe into 2018 Sukma encounter case
THE Supreme Court on Tuesday said it would hear in July a plea for an independent probe into the August 2018 incident in which 15 alleged Maoists were gunned down in an encounter in Sukma district.
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Rahul insulted Ambedkar, Congress never gave due to Sardar Patel: BJP
THE BJP said on Tuesday that Rahul Gandhi betrayed his ignorance for the Constitution and contempt for Bheem Rao Ambedkar with his claim that the Constitution is thousands of years old.
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TMC MPs’ row in EC office, party WhatsApp group unravelled on X
BJP leader Amit Malviya on Tuesday shared videos purportedly capturing an altercation between two TMC MPs from last week.
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Building materials sector in India clocks 30 pc surge in hiring in 2 years
THE building materials sector in India is experiencing a significant hiring boom, with recruitment soaring by 30 per cent over the past two years driven by rapid urbanisation, infrastructure develop-ment and industrial expansion, a report showed on Tuesday.
1 min
FM Sitharaman hails women empowerment, financial inclusion of marginalised sections
UNION Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday noted that nearly 68 per cent of the total Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana (PMMY) loan accounts have been sanctioned to women, becoming a tool for empowerment and enabling them to contribute to national economic growth and also inspiring the next generation of female entrepreneurs.
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Jagan accuses CM Naidu of misusing police and 'undermining' democracy
VSRCP president YS Jagan Mohan Reddy accused Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu of undermining democratic values and misusing the police force, during the recent rural local body polls.
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Sonowal insists Centre committed to modernising maritime education
Union Minister Sarba-nanda Sonowal said the central government was committed to modernising maritime education in the country to ensure quality manpower, as India forges ahead to be-come one of the global leaders in ship-building and repairs.
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Train services to be disrupted for safety-related modernization work at Meramandali Railway Station
THE Indian Railways has announced a series of track blocking and non-interlocking operations at Meramandali Railway Station in the Dhenkanal-Angul Railway Section as part of the ongoing safety-related modernization work for the Budhapank-Salegaon 3rd and 4th line Project.
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'Dilapidated' govt schools to be repaired soon, says Delhi education minister Sood
EDUCATION Minister Ashish Sood on Tuesday said all government schools in the national capital that are in a “dilapidated” condition will be reconstructed soon.
1 min
5 illegal Bangladeshi immigrants posing as transgender held in northwest Delhi
FIVE Bangladeshi immigrants have been arrested in Jahangirpuri after they were found to be staying illegally in India by posing as transgender to avoid detection, an official said on Tuesday.
1 min
Delhi Police busts gang behind 'digital arrest' fraud; four held
THE Delhi cyber police has busted a cyber fraud syndicate involved in digitally extorting money through forged documents of CBI and ED and arrested four members of the gang, an official said on Tuesday.
1 min
'Acche din' for slum dwellers as BJP govt to provide basic facilities in slums, says CM Rekha Gupta
THE Delhi government is preparing to allot 52,000 flats to slum dwellers in the city, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Tuesday as she inaugurated various development projects in the Shalimarbagh area.
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'Minerals worth trillions of dollars can help Pakistan say goodbye to lenders like IMF'
PRIME Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Tuesday that Pakistan's minerals wealth was worth trillions of dollars and its harvest could help to say goodbye to lenders like the International Monetary Fund.
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Iran's foreign minister says he will have indirect talks with US envoy over Tehran's nuclear program
IRAN'S foreign minister on Tuesday said he will meet with US envoy Steve Witkoff in Oman for the first negotiations under the Trump administration seeking to halt Tehran's rapidly advancing nuclear program as tensions remain high in the Middle East.
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NATO chief raises concern over China's arms buildup, calls on allies to work together
THE NATO chief on Tuesday raised concern about China's arms buildup and military drills near Taiwan and called on the organisation's members and friendly nations to work together to keep free and open sea lanes in the region.
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China vows to fight 'to the end' if President Trump continues tariff war
THE US and China headed to a full-blown trade war Tuesday with Beijing vowing to fight America's \"blackmail\" to the end and retaliate against Donald Trump's threat to impose an additional 50 per cent tariff.
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NZ cricket head coach Gary Stead steps down from limited-overs formats
GARY Stead confirmed on Tuesday he will no longer coach New Zealand in the Twenty20 and one-day international formats and is considering his future in test cricket.
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Shreyas Iyer among nominated cricketers for ICC Player of the Month
INDIA'S middle-order mainstay Shreyas Iyer was on Tuesday nominated alongside New Zealand's Rachin Ravindra and Jacob Duffy for the ICC Player of the Month award for March following his impact show in last month's Champions Trophy.
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Harmanpreet returns to lead India Women's team for ODI tri-series in SL later this month
STAR batter Harmanpreet Kaur returned as India Women’s team captain for the ODI tri-series in Sri Lanka starting later this month after she was rested for the home series against Ireland in January.
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Ajinkya Rahane's blazing 61 in vain as LSG survive KKR scare in high-scoring thriller
LUCKNOW Super Giants held their nerve in a high-octane, high-scoring contest to edge past Kolkata Knight Riders by four runs in a pulsating IPL encounter at Eden Gardens on Tuesday.
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Gujarat Titans, Rajasthan Royals look to iron out chinks in bowling in crucial clash
GUJARAT Titans and Rajasthan Royals will hope that their stretched-to-the-hilt bowling units will find their range on an Ahmedabad flatbed in an IPL match that holds a lot of significance to their progress in the league.
1 min
Billie Jean King immortalized in bronze with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
BILLIE Jean King became the first woman to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in the new sports entertainment category and she was joined by friends Magic Johnson and Oscar-winning actor Jamie Lee Curtis.
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India gets first Grade-1 karting circuit as MIKA receives CIK-FIA certification
THE Madras International Karting Arena (ΜΙΚΑ) in Sriperumbudur has received the CIK-FIA Grade-1 certification, thus placing the facility among the elite karting circuits in the world.
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With a relaxed Patidar at helm, RCB understand what needs to be done to win: Sunil Gavaskar
LEGENDARY batter Sunil Gavaskar feels the \"relaxed\" approach of skipper Rajat Patidar has helped Royal Challengers Bengaluru to eventually discover a pathway to success in the IPL after years of disappointments.
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