Bhubaneswar: A week-long Capacity Building and Leadership Development Workshop for Principals and senior faculty members of Government Colleges concluded today at the Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar (XIMB). The programme, jointly organised by the Higher Education Department, Odisha State Higher Education Council, and XIMB, aimed to strengthen academic leadership and institutional governance in higher education…

Bhubaneswar: A five-day residential Hands-on Skill Development Training Programme for students of Government Vocational Higher Secondary Schools concluded today at the World Skill Centre (WSC) and Central Tool Room and Training Centre (CTTC) in Bhubaneswar, marking another step towards strengthening vocational education and skill-based learning in Odisha. At the valedictory ceremony held at the World…

Bhubaneswar: The two-day National Conference on Handlooms and Handicrafts concluded today at Hotel Taj Vivanta, Bhubaneswar, marking a significant step toward strengthening India’s traditional craft sectors. Organized by the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, the conference saw participation from representatives of all States and Union Territories, serving as a vibrant platform for knowledge exchange,…

Bhubaneswar: Marking a new chapter in Odisha’s industrial and technological growth, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi today performed the Bhoomi Pujan and groundbreaking ceremony for SiCSem Private Limited’s Compound Semiconductor Facility at Info Valley, Bhubaneswar. The facility, with an investment of ₹2,067 crore, represents a major milestone in the state’s mission to emerge as a…

Bhubaneswar: Bringing together India’s finest weaving traditions and contemporary innovations, the National Conference on Handlooms and Handicrafts commenced today at Bhubaneswar. Organized by the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, the two-day event is a major step toward strengthening India’s craft economy by empowering artisans, expanding market reach, and integrating sustainable practices into the handloom and…

Bhubaneswar: In a decisive move toward sustainable urban transformation, Odisha has placed climate-conscious construction at the heart of its development agenda. A one-day workshop on “Mainstreaming Low-Carbon Building Materials to Transform the Built Environment in Odisha”, jointly organised by IIT Bhubaneswar and Development Alternatives at the IIT Madras campus, underscored the State’s commitment to creating…

Bhubaneswar: The Mission Shakti Department has announced the launch of the Odisha Women Entrepreneurs and Cultural Heritage Fair — ‘Subhadra Shakti Mela’, set to commence on November 1 at the Exhibition Ground, Bhubaneswar. The event will be formally inaugurated by Chief Minister Mohan Majhi, marking the beginning of a vibrant showcase of women-led enterprises, traditional…

Mumbai: Odisha, often hailed as the Maritime Gateway of Eastern India, has once again made waves on the national stage. The State’s pavilion at the India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025 in Mumbai has been honoured with the ‘Best Stall’ Award, recognising its innovative design, engaging presentation, and powerful depiction of Odisha’s maritime legacy and future…