A free 52-seater school bus funded by District Mineral Fund starts in Nagada, Odisha, ending a long trek for Juang tribal students. A decade after a malnutrition tragedy, this marks a key development step.
Silver prices could surge 20-60% in 2026 driven by industrial demand, China's export curbs & US critical mineral tag. Expert Mrin Agarwal advises cautious investing. Read more.
Odisha government greenlights 55 new hotel & resort projects worth Rs 3,211 crore since July 2024, adding 3,800+ rooms. Major brands like Hyatt & Marriott to expand in Bhubaneswar, Puri & tribal areas.
Fatigue, hair loss, cramps? These could be signs of mineral deficiency. Expert lists 7 key symptoms Indian women miss and how to fix them naturally.
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi intervenes, asks OPSC to fill 151 additional vacancies in state civil services for 2025 exam after job aspirants' resentment. Details inside.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant announces auction of 6 new mineral blocks, with 40% of state's blocks now operational. The move accelerates mining revival after a 6-year shutdown. Read the full update.
The Supreme Judiciary Council announces a transparent online auction in Jan 2026 for vehicles, real estate & unique license plates via the Court Mzadat app. Register now!
A CAG audit reveals 85% of beneficiaries in Karnataka's mining districts don't know about the PMKKKY scheme, despite Rs 3,902 crore spent. Read about the awareness gaps and government's next steps.
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi's 2025 focused on jobs, ports & Rs 16 lakh crore investments. See how his admin balanced ambition with course-correction. Read the full analysis.
A massive joint enforcement drive across 20 Rajasthan districts seized over 30 vehicles and recovered ₹3 lakh in penalties for illegal mining in the Aravalli range. Read the full report.
Steel and Mines Minister Bibhuti Bhusan Jena caught three tractors illegally transporting sand from Ghodahada river bed. Vehicles seized, cases filed. Govt vows zero tolerance on mineral theft.
SBI Securities' Sudeep Shah recommends Karur Vysya Bank and GMDC. Nifty sees tightest weekly range since Nov 2023, while Bank Nifty consolidates. Get key technical levels and trading strategy.
Odisha plans its first-ever gold mine auctions in 2026. A committee meets Jan 3 to finalize the auction calendar for 49 mineral blocks, including two gold-bearing areas. Read more.
Delhi Development Authority launches a mega e-auction of 150+ residential, commercial & institutional plots. Registrations open Dec 30. Key details inside.
Odisha government will finalize auction details for 11 major critical mineral blocks on January 3. The move aims to boost India's domestic supply of strategic resources like graphite and nickel.
Odisha's Mukhyamantri Bus Seva Yojana offers free bus travel to 15 lakh school students from April 2025. Learn about eligibility, application, and benefits.
Odisha's Baraputra Aitihya Gram Yojana will develop 25 birthplaces of freedom fighters & reformers into heritage museums with a ₹345 crore budget, boosting cultural tourism & local livelihoods.
A low-flying aircraft over Trichy caused panic among residents. Officials confirm it's a GSI aerial mineral survey. Details on the operation and public reaction inside.
Learn why taking calcium and magnesium supplements together may not be ideal. Discover expert-backed strategies for timing and dosage to ensure maximum absorption for bone and nerve health.
Gurgaon authorities seized 126 vehicles involved in illegal mining and transportation, collecting fines of Rs 84 lakh between April and December. Read about the strict measures being implemented.
Rajasthan's mining department cracks down on illegal mining in Bhilwara's Aravallis after a TOI drone investigation. Eight leaseholders face notices for massive violations, with potential penalties exceeding Rs 1,000 crore. Read the full report.
Odisha's Deputy CM Pravati Parida virtually inaugurated 491 new Anganwadi centres, a key step in the state's mission to empower women and children. Discover the government's vision for a robust early childhood ecosystem.
A new Australian study finds tea drinkers have slightly better hip bone density than coffee lovers. Discover the surprising tipping point for coffee consumption and what it means for osteoporosis risk.
Odisha govt rolls out new policies to accelerate the Bhubaneswar–Cuttack–Puri–Paradip Economic Region (BCPPER), projected to contribute 33% of state GSDP by 2047. Read details on the mega development plan.
India's critical minerals strategy is directionally correct but faces slower progress and funding gaps, says NovalSense report. The mission is vital for energy transition and reducing import reliance.
A CBI court in Ghaziabad sentenced Ravi Kumar Garg to jail in a bank fraud case. He pleaded guilty, repaid part of the loan, and avoided further imprisonment. Details inside.
Bengaluru Customs will auction 227 seized electronic items, including 175 iPhones, on Dec 30 via MSTC. Bulk lot for traders. Bidding open to GST-registered buyers only.
Odisha police credit a 10% higher reward payout for the mass surrender of 22 Maoists. The state's revised rehabilitation package now exceeds Chhattisgarh's, offering up to Rs 1.2 crore for top leaders.
Odisha government orders special audit into forest department's purchase of 51 Thar SUVs after allegations of procurement above market rates. Total cost exceeds Rs 12 crore. Details inside.
Chandigarh's latest e-auction for fancy vehicle registration numbers concluded, setting a new revenue record of ₹2.96 crore. CH01-DC-0001 was the top seller at ₹31.35 lakh. Read the full details.