Bhubaneswar: Amid growing concerns over safety in healthcare facilities, Health & Family Welfare Minister Dr. Mukesh Mahaling on Sunday directed authorities to tighten fire safety measures across government hospitals in Odisha. Chairing a review meeting at the Lok Seva Bhawan, the minister stressed that all medical institutions must adhere strictly to prescribed safety norms. He…
Bhubaneswar: Marking the World Water Day celebrations, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Sunday inaugurated 124 water projects worth ₹320 crore and laid foundation stones for 17 new projects valued at ₹2,292 crore at the Lok Seva Bhawan Convention Centre, taking the total investment to ₹2,612 crore. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister stressed the…
Bhubaneswar: The Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha has released the admission schedule for two-year B.Ed, M.Ed, and B.H.Ed programmes for the academic session 2026–27, outlining a timeline for application and entrance examinations. According to the notification, admissions will be conducted through an entrance examination, with candidates required to apply online via the SAMS Portal…
Bhubaneswar: Taking stock of the state’s environmental management efforts, Chief Secretary Anu Garg on Friday reviewed the functioning of the Odisha State Pollution Control Board (OSPCB) during a meeting held at its headquarters in Bhubaneswar. The discussions covered key areas such as air and water quality monitoring, regulation of industrial discharge, and implementation of environmental…
Bhubaneswar: Reiterating the importance of forests in sustainable development, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Saturday underscored Odisha’s progress in expanding green cover and conserving biodiversity while attending a programme marking the International Day of Forests at the Lok Seva Bhawan Convention Centre. The Chief Minister reviewed a photo exhibition highlighting the state’s forest initiatives…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s para athletes continued their strong showing on Day 2 of the 24th National Para Athletics Championships 2026 at Kalinga Stadium, delivering impressive performances across multiple events. Leading the charge, Jayprakash Barik clinched the Gold Medal in the Men’s Long Jump T36 event with a jump of 4.83 metres, marking a standout achievement for…
Bhubaneswar: Prompted by the recent fire at the Priyadarshini Market Complex, the Odisha government has initiated a series of measures to strengthen fire safety systems across the state, with Chief Secretary Anu Garg leading a high-level review at Lok Seva Bhawan. The meeting brought together key officials including Hemant Sharma, Sudhanshu Sarangi, Usha Padhee, Vishal…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has earned global recognition for its traditional cuisine as the Tourism Department, Government of Odisha set a Guinness World Record by preparing 1,174 kilograms of Pakhala in a single vessel, marking a historic moment for the state. The achievement celebrates the enduring legacy of Pakhala, a fermented rice dish that has long been…
Bhubaneswar: The 12th meeting of the Standing Committee of the State Board for Wildlife was held at Kharvel Bhawan under the chairmanship of Forest and Environment Minister Ganesh Ram Singkhuntia, where key development proposals were reviewed with a focus on balancing ecological conservation and regional growth. The committee, functioning under the provisions of the Wildlife…
Bhubaneswar: In a major push towards clean energy and improved urban infrastructure, the Housing & Urban Development Department, Government of Odisha has initiated the process of formulating a comprehensive City Gas Distribution (CGD) Policy to expand access to piped natural gas across the state. A high-level consultative meeting was held at Kharabela Bhawan under the…
