May 8, 2026

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Odisha’s Initiatives Under ‘Beti Bachao Beti Padhao’ Drive Significant Change in Adolescent Girls’ Empowerment

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Bhubaneswar: The Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) scheme, launched on January 22, 2015, has played a pivotal role in addressing gender imbalance and promoting the welfare of the girl child across India. In Odisha, the government has implemented several district-specific initiatives to combat child marriage, gender discrimination, and female foeticide, while also empowering adolescent girls with…

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Cuttack’s Bali Jatra Granted National Status by Ministry of Culture

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Bhubaneswar In a landmark decision, the Ministry of Culture has granted ‘national status’ to Cuttack’s historic Bali Jatra, one of Odisha’s most celebrated trade fairs. The announcement was made today by Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat in the Rajya Sabha, with the Ministry also issuing an official notification confirming the designation. The move fulfills…

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16th Finance Commission Holds Sectoral Meetings with Political Leaders, Industry Bodies, and Local Representatives in Odisha

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Bhubaneswar: The 16th Finance Commission held extensive sectoral meetings in Odisha, engaging with political leaders, trade and industry bodies, and representatives from urban and rural local bodies to gather insights on the state’s financial needs and economic priorities. Leaders from major political parties, including the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Biju Janata Dal (BJD), Indian National Congress…

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Odisha to Launch Mass Drug Administration Campaign from February 10 to Eliminate Lymphatic Filariasis

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Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is set to launch a Mass Drug Administration (MDA) campaign from February 10 to 19 in a bid to eliminate Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) from six endemic districts—Balangir, Kalahandi, Rayagada, Cuttack, Kandhamal, and Nayagarh. The campaign aims to administer anti-filaria drugs to over 37 lakh beneficiaries, ensuring a decisive step towards the state’s…

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Odisha’s Blackbuck Population Rises to 8,789 in Ganjam, Reflecting Conservation Success

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Berhampur: In a significant achievement for wildlife conservation, the blackbuck population in Odisha’s Ganjam district has surged to 8,789, marking a steady increase over the years. The latest biannual census, conducted by the forest department on January 29, recorded a significant rise from 7,745 in 2023 and 4,082 in 2018, reflecting successful conservation efforts. According to…

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CM Seeks ₹12.6 Lakh Crore from 16th Finance Commission for Odisha’s Development

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Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has sought ₹12,59,148 crore from the 16th Finance Commission for the period 2026-31, outlining a financial roadmap to achieve ‘Samruddha Odisha by 2036’. During an extensive deliberation with Finance Commission Chairman Dr. Arvind Panagariya and other members at ITC Hotel, Bhubaneswar, the Chief Minister presented the state’s financial…

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Jayant Chaudhary Inaugurates NSDC International Academy to Boost Global Skilling Opportunities

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New Delhi: Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and Minister of State for Education, inaugurated the NSDC International Academy in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. The state-of-the-art facility aims to provide world-class skill development and training programs, equipping Indian youth with industry-relevant skills for global careers. The…

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India’s Space Sector Reforms Unlock Commercial Potential, NSIL Expands Operations

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New Delhi: India’s space sector reforms have unlocked new commercial opportunities, enabling the country to expand its global presence in space technology and satellite services, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh stated while answering an unstarred question in the Rajya Sabha today. Dr. Singh highlighted the achievements of NewSpace India Limited (NSIL), the commercial arm of…

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North East Trade and Investment Roadshow in Chennai Draws Strong Investor Interest

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Chennai: The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) hosted the North East Trade and Investment Roadshow in Chennai on Wednesday, generating significant interest from investors eager to explore business opportunities in the North Eastern states. The event was attended by Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Mizoram’s Sports & Youth Services Minister Pu Lalnghinglova…

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Govt Expands Efforts to Boost Women’s Participation in STEM: Dr. Jitendra Singh

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New Delhi: The Indian government is taking significant steps to enhance women’s participation in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields through the Women in Science and Engineering-KIRAN (WISE-KIRAN) scheme, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh informed the Rajya Sabha today. In a written response, Dr. Singh, who holds multiple key portfolios including Science and Technology,…

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