Bhubaneswar: Odisha and Canada explored avenues for deeper cooperation in sectors such as clean energy, mining, agriculture, and industrial investment during a high-level meeting between Canadian High Commissioner to India Christopher Cooter and Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo at Lok Seva Bhawan on Monday. The Canadian envoy, accompanied by his wife, paid…

Bhubaneswar: A high-level review meeting of General Managers of District Industries Centres (GM-DICs) was held in Bhubaneswar on Monday to assess last year’s performance and chart out the roadmap for 2026–27, with a focus on strengthening Odisha’s MSME ecosystem. The meeting, held at the O-HUB conference hall, was chaired by MSME and Fisheries & Animal…

Bhubaneswar: In a push to streamline land administration and ensure timely delivery of services, Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari on Monday directed officials to expedite the settlement of Bebandobast lands and accelerate correction of land records across the state. Chairing a high-level review meeting at Lok Seva Bhawan, the Minister emphasised clearing pending…

Bhubaneswar: In a major push to accelerate urban transformation, Housing & Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra on Monday unveiled a comprehensive, time-bound roadmap aimed at building future-ready cities across Odisha by 2036. Chairing a high-level review meeting at the Odisha Urban Academy, the Minister stressed that urban development must go beyond infrastructure creation and…

Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s apex handloom cooperative, Boyanika, on Tuesday celebrated its 70th Foundation Day, marking seven decades of preserving the state’s rich weaving heritage and supporting thousands of artisans. The milestone event, held at Boyan Bhawan, highlighted the organisation’s journey as a key driver of rural livelihoods and cultural preservation. Inaugurating the celebrations, Cooperation, Handlooms, Textiles…

Bhubaneswar: Taking stock of grassroots sports development, Odisha Sports and Youth Services Minister Suryabanshi Suraj on Monday conducted a detailed review of facilities and training systems at the SAI RBA Badminton Academy in Saheed Nagar, stressing the need for continuous upgradation to match global standards. The visit involved in-depth interactions with officials from the Department…

Bhubaneswar: In a bid to strengthen urban resilience ahead of the rainy season, the Odisha government has rolled out a detailed Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), outlining a time-bound action plan to tackle monsoon-related challenges and ensure public safety. The directive has been issued under the guidance of Housing &…

Bhubaneswar: With rising summer demand and the approach of Kalbaisakhi storms, Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo on Monday directed power utilities to ensure uninterrupted and reliable electricity supply across the state during a high-level review of the Energy Department. The meeting, held at Lok Seva Bhawan, was attended by senior officials including…

Bhubaneswar: Odisha and the United Nations have reaffirmed their commitment to expanding development partnerships, with a focus on agriculture, renewable energy, and sustainable growth, during a high-level meeting held at Lok Seva Bhawan on Monday. UN Resident Coordinator in India Stefan Priesner called on Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo to discuss avenues for…