Bhubaneswar: In a move towards greater digital governance and transparency, Law, Works and Excise Minister Prithiviraj Harichandan on Wednesday launched the e-IB online application system for booking inspection bungalows (Dak bungalows) under the Works Department at Lok Seva Bhawan here. The newly introduced digital platform aims to simplify and streamline the booking and allotment process…
Bhubaneswar: In a major push towards future-ready education, Reliance Jio, under its mission ‘AI for Everyone’, has launched an extensive initiative to make thousands of teachers and students across Odisha AI-ready through its Jio AI Classroom programme. Over 5,000 teachers and students from more than 650 schools across the State have already enrolled in the…
Hyderabad/Bhubaneswar: Odisha is making a strong and aspirational presence at Wings India 2026, Asia’s largest civil aviation event, through its dedicated pavilion themed “Odisha Takes Flight”, highlighting the State’s growing role in India’s aviation growth story. The Odisha Pavilion offers visitors a glimpse into the State’s efforts to build a future-ready, inclusive and investment-friendly aviation ecosystem,…
Bhubaneswar: Eklavya Model Residential School (EMRS), Hirli, has brought national acclaim to Odisha by securing the Second Position at the National Level Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS) Competition, held among nearly 200 EMRS institutions across the country. The competition was organised under the aegis of the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Government of India. The MYGS…
Baramati: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and senior NCP leader Ajit Pawar was killed in a tragic aircraft crash near the Baramati airstrip in Pune district on Wednesday morning. Five others, including crew members and security personnel travelling with him, also lost their lives in the accident, officials confirmed. According to authorities, a private aircraft carrying…
Brahmapur/Gopalpur: Highlighting Odisha’s deep maritime roots and its evolving role in sustainable development, Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati on Monday said that Gopalpur is more than a scenic beach destination—it is a confluence of history, culture and progress. Inaugurating the evening programme of the Gopalpur Beach Festival as Chief Guest, the Governor said Odisha’s coastline…
Bhubaneswar: Reinforcing the State Government’s commitment to women and child welfare, Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida on Tuesday launched the SUPOSHIT Odisha Mission (SOM) and inaugurated the Panchatatwa Park at the State Institute for Women & Children (SIWC) in Bhubaneswar. The initiatives form a key part of Odisha’s long-term development roadmap under the vision of…
Bhubaneswar: Vedanta Kalinga Lancers were crowned Men’s Hero Hockey India League (HIL) champions after edging past Ranchi Royals 3–2 in a gripping final at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium on Monday, sending home fans into raptures. The title clash saw Alexander Hendrickx score twice in the 4th and 27th minutes, while Dilpreet Singh (25’) added another…
Bhubaneswar: Hyderabad Toofans clinched third place in the Men’s Hero Hockey India League (HIL) with a hard-fought 4–3 victory over HIL GC in a high-octane encounter at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium on Monday. Amandeep Lakra starred for the Toofans with a brace, scoring in the 30th and 53rd minutes, while Nilakanta Sharma (24’) and Jacob…
Bhadrak: The district-level 77th Republic Day celebrations were held with patriotic fervour at Bhadrak on Sunday, where Dr Krushna Chandra Mahapatra, Minister for Housing & Urban Development, Government of Odisha, unfurled the National Flag and took the salute at the combined parade as the Chief Guest. Addressing the gathering, Dr Mahapatra said it was a…
