Bhubaneswar: Stepping up its crackdown on narcotics and organised drug networks, Odisha Police on Wednesday unveiled a strengthened anti-drug strategy that includes setting up a dedicated Anti Narcotics Task Force (ANTF), operationalising four special NDPS courts and launching focused action against major drug traffickers across the state. The announcements were made by Director General of…
Bhubaneswar: With monsoon activity intensifying across Odisha and concerns rising over possible urban flooding and waterlogging, the State Government has directed all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) to remain on alert and strengthen preparedness measures to ensure uninterrupted civic services and public safety. Housing and Urban Development Minister Dr. Krishna Chandra Mohapatra on Tuesday instructed municipal…
Bhubaneswar: Reiterating the Odisha Government’s focus on strengthening child protection and ensuring a responsive support system for vulnerable children, Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida on Tuesday inaugurated a five-day Orientation Training Programme for newly appointed Chairpersons and Members of Child Welfare Committees (CWCs) in the state. Addressing the inaugural session, Parida said children are the…
New Delhi: Seeking to accelerate improvements in maternal and newborn health outcomes, the Centre on Monday unveiled the SUMAN Roadmap 2030, a comprehensive national framework aimed at strengthening healthcare delivery systems and achieving sustainable development targets through focused interventions and improved maternal care. Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda launched the roadmap…
New Delhi: Marking a major advancement in India’s digital healthcare journey, Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda on Monday unveiled a set of new digital health platforms aimed at creating a connected, technology-driven and patient-centric healthcare ecosystem across the country. The newly launched initiatives are intended to strengthen India’s Digital Public Infrastructure…
Puri: Lakhs of devotees thronged Puri on Monday to witness the sacred Hati Besha of the Holy Trinity following the annual Snana Yatra rituals at the Shree Jagannath Temple, one of the key rituals preceding Rath Yatra. After the ceremonial bathing on the Snana Bedi, Lord Jagannath and Lord Balabhadra were adorned in Hati Besha…
Bhubaneswar: Expanding the scope of digital public services beyond transportation, the Odisha government on Sunday introduced an advanced Safety Module on the Odisha Yatri platform, integrating emergency response capabilities with everyday mobility services to strengthen citizen safety across the state. The upgraded platform, already used for services such as auto-rickshaw booking, cab services, Ama Bus…
More than 1,300 adolescents from Bhubaneswar and Jaipur showcased how young people can help design healthier, safer and more inclusive public spaces at Shaping Healthy and Inclusive Cities with Adolescents, held at Suryansh Hotels & Resorts in Bhubaneswar on Friday.
Bhubaneswar: Marking a significant step towards expanding women-led enterprise and strengthening economic participation, the Odisha government on Saturday launched the Odisha chapter of the Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP) with support from NITI Aayog, positioning women entrepreneurs at the centre of the state’s development agenda. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi launched the initiative during the ‘Udyami…
Bhubaneswar: A series of standout performances across track and field events lit up Kalinga Stadium on Friday as 13 athletes achieved qualification standards for the upcoming Asian Games during the third day of the 65th National Inter State Senior Athletics Championships. Triple jump emerged as the biggest highlight of the day, with six male athletes…
