Bhubaneswar: Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singhdeo conducted a comprehensive review of irrigation projects in Balangir district, with a special focus on the Upper Lanth Irrigation Project. The foundation stone for this crucial project was laid during the recent visit of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi to Balangir. Once completed, the project is expected to…
Bhubaneswar: In a major push for urban transformation, the Housing & Urban Development (H&UD) Department of Odisha convened its Monthly ULBs Meeting, reaffirming its commitment to Perform, Reform, and Progress towards the vision of Viksit Odisha. Presiding over the meeting, Principal Secretary H&UD, Usha Padhee, urged all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) to accelerate reforms and…
Imphal: Four days after Chief Minister N. Biren Singh resigned from his post, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Thursday issued an official notification imposing President’s Rule in Manipur. The decision comes amid political uncertainty, as the ruling BJP failed to reach a consensus on a new leader despite multiple rounds of discussions. The…
New Delhi: Marking a significant milestone in the India-EU partnership on urban development, the 4th India-EU Urban Forum was held in New Delhi, building upon the 2017 Joint Declaration on Partnership for Smart and Sustainable Urbanization. The forum brought together senior officials, policymakers, and experts from India, the European Union (EU), and its Member States…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is making concerted efforts to expedite the functionalization of Pabitra Mohan Pradhan Medical College & Hospital in Talcher, Angul, and Government Medical College & Hospital in Phulbani, Kandhamal. Once operational, these institutions will significantly enhance healthcare services in the region and provide quality medical education. In a high-level virtual meeting chaired…
New Delhi: Union Minister of Textiles Giriraj Singh inaugurated Indie Haat at the National Crafts Museum and Hastkala Academy, celebrating India’s vibrant textile and handicraft traditions. The event, running from February 12 to 18, 2025, aims to provide artisans and weavers with a direct platform to connect with global markets while preserving traditional crafts. Speaking…
Prayagraj: In a tribute to the rich spiritual and cultural legacy of the Maha Kumbh 2025, the Department of Posts has released a special souvenir sheet featuring three commemorative postage stamps. The stamps were officially unveiled by Union Minister for Communications and Development of the North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, at the Arail Ghat…
New Delhi: India is making significant strides in deep-sea exploration with the development of Matsya 6000, a manned submersible capable of reaching depths of 6,000 meters. The National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT), Chennai, under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, is spearheading the project, which is expected to be realized by 2026 as part of…
Bhubaneswar: The Budget Session of the Odisha Legislative Assembly commenced on Thursday with Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati’s address, outlining the state government’s priorities and developmental initiatives. During his address, Governor Kambhampati highlighted a range of government schemes and initiatives, from the repair and conservation of Srimandir to the implementation of Subhadra Yojana and the…
New Delhi: Strengthening bilateral cooperation in traditional medicine, India and Indonesia exchanged a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Traditional Medicine Quality Assurance on January 25, 2025, at Hyderabad House, New Delhi. The exchange took place in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, marking a new milestone in collaboration between…
