Bhubaneswar: In a major push towards sustainable agriculture and biodiversity conservation, the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment, Government of Odisha has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Watershed Support Service and Activities Network (WASSAN) to revive forgotten foods and neglected crops across the state. The initiative, with an outlay of ₹247.024 crore, will…
Bhubaneswar: Showcasing the rich legacy and evolving future of Odia cuisine, the two-day Pakhala Paraba 2026 was inaugurated at Panthanivas on Thursday, bringing together culinary experts, scholars, and cultural enthusiasts under one platform. The inaugural session was addressed by Deepankar Mahapatra, Director of the Department of Tourism, who underlined the importance of positioning traditional food…
Bhubaneswar: The Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha has extended the deadline for submission of applications for the Common PG Entrance Test (CPET) 2026, providing relief to students aspiring for postgraduate admissions. As per the revised schedule, candidates can now apply till March 22, 2026 (11:45 PM) through the SAMS portal by filling out the…
Bhubaneswar: The 24th National Para Athletics Championship 2026 commenced on Wednesday at the Kalinga Stadium, bringing together top para-athletes from across the country in a celebration of inclusive sports and athletic excellence. Organised by the Department of Sports and Youth Services, Government of Odisha in collaboration with the Paralympic Committee of India and the Para…
Bhubaneswar: The first phase of the Census—House Listing Operations (HLO)—will commence across all 30 districts of Odisha from April 16, marking a significant step towards conducting India’s first fully digital census. The exercise is being carried out by the Directorate of Census Operations, Odisha under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, in coordination…
Bhubaneswar: A Composite Competitiveness Awareness Workshop was held at Bhubaneswar, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, financial institutions and more than 200 MSME entrepreneurs to strengthen the growth and competitiveness of the sector in Odisha. Organised by the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises in collaboration with the MSME Department, Government of Odisha and the…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government held discussions with the global energy team of the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change to explore strategies for strengthening the state’s energy sector and advancing its transition towards cleaner and sustainable power. The delegation met Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, where key priorities and emerging opportunities in the…
Bhubaneswar: In a major push to industrial growth and employment generation, the Odisha government has approved 23 investment proposals worth ₹4,510.65 crore, expected to create over 10,122 jobs across the state. The approvals were granted at the 145th meeting of the State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA), chaired by Chief Secretary Anu Garg. The…
Bhubaneswar: In the wake of the recent fire incident at SCB Medical College and Hospital, Odisha Chief Secretary Anu Garg on Tuesday chaired a high-level meeting and directed authorities to strengthen fire safety systems in government hospitals and offices across the state. The review meeting was attended by senior officials including Deoranjan Kumar Singh, Development…
Bhubaneswar: The 24th National Para Athletics Championship 2026 is set to be held at the Kalinga Stadium from March 18 to 21, bringing together top para-athletes from across the country in a celebration of inclusive sports and competitive excellence. The championship is being organised by the Paralympic Committee of India in collaboration with the Sports…
