3 февраля 2026 года
The Lumineers electrified their first performance in India, lighting up Gurgaon with popular tracks such as 'Ophelia' and 'Ho Hey'. The American folk-rock sensation connected with the crowd through heartfelt stories, a mix of their greatest hits, and a surprising cartwheel, making for an unforgettable night brimming with audience participation.
Odisha's coastal stretch from Dhamra to Gopalpur is a treasure trove of rare earth minerals, crucial for India's semiconductor ambitions. Deputy Chief Minister KV Singhdeo highlighted this strategic zone, noting shallow deposits make extraction commercially viable. A Singaporean firm is already involved, signaling global interest in Odisha's critical mineral wealth.
The Union Budget was keenly watched by people both in India and abroad. Ramakanta Patra, senior lecturer in economics and finance and field group chair in Economics at Cardiff Metropolitan University, decoded the Budget in an interaction with Arunika Mohapatra.
Gridco seeks a significant 57.57 paise per unit hike in bulk power supply price from OERC for FY 2026-27, citing revenue requirements of Rs 15,181 crore. The proposal, presented during a public hearing, aims to set the average BSP at 388.23 paise/unit. Objectors and the energy department voiced concerns, with the OERC suggesting a government loan to shield consumers.
Odisha is set to bifurcate Sambalpur tehsil, establishing a new administrative unit at Burla to serve its residents. This move, announced by Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari, is part of a broader plan to enhance service delivery through technology and combat corruption. The state also plans similar divisions in Bhubaneswar and Cuttack, alongside filling crucial revenue positions.