Bhubaneswar: Odisha has witnessed a steady decline in its birth rate, as revealed by the 2020 Sample Registration Survey (SRS). The state’s birth rate was recorded at 17.7, significantly lower than the national average of 19.5, according to Health and Family Welfare Minister Mukesh Mahaling. The Minister shared the data in the Odisha Assembly on…
Bhubaneswar: A staggering 769 cases of rape involving minors were reported in Odisha between June 10, 2024, and November 22, 2024, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi revealed in the Odisha Assembly on Monday. The data, presented in a written response to a question by Khariar BJD MLA Adhiraj Mohan Panigrahi, underscores the growing urgency to…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is facing a significant shortage in its police force, with 13,373 posts lying vacant, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi informed the Assembly on Monday. Alongside this, the state’s Fire Service Department has 481 unfilled positions, the Home Guard force has 2,416 vacancies, and jails and sub-jails are operating with 862 positions unoccupied. The…
Keonjhar: Fertile soil and reliable water sources are vital for successful farming, and the state government is making significant strides in promoting soil and rainwater conservation in Keonjhar district. Through the ‘Integrated Watershed Management’ program, supported by the Odisha Mineral Bearing Area Development Corporation (OMBADC), farmers are gaining access to resources that boost agricultural productivity…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to bolster the skilling ecosystem in Odisha, a delegation led by Suresh Natarajan, Chief Executive Officer of the Institute of Technical Education & Education Services (ITEES), Singapore, met with Odisha Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja at Lokseva Bhawan on December 2, 2024. The discussions focused on advancing the IT-ITeS sector and…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha recorded a staggering loss of ₹125.63 crore to cyber fraud between 2021 and 2023, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi informed the Assembly on Monday. The revelation came in response to a query by BJD MLA Prasanta Behera, highlighting the growing menace of cybercrime in the state. Chief Minister Majhi detailed that a total…
Bhubaneswar: A symposium focusing on science-based advancements in rice research was held today at the Krushi Bhavan Auditorium in collaboration with the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) and the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment. The event, chaired by Odisha’s Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, featured…
Mumbai: Actor Vikrant Massey, known for his versatile performances and critically acclaimed roles, has announced his decision to retire from acting at the age of 37. The actor, currently enjoying the success of his latest film The Sabarmati Report, shared the unexpected news on Instagram, leaving fans and industry peers surprised. In his heartfelt note,…
New Delhi: Officer Trainees of the Indian Revenue Service (Customs and Indirect Taxes) met President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan today, where she emphasized their pivotal role in shaping the nation’s economic framework and fostering development. Addressing the trainees, President Murmu highlighted the Indian Revenue Service (IRS) as a cornerstone of India’s uniform tax administration,…
New Delhi: Senior Italian Minister Adolfo Urso, holding portfolios including Enterprises and Space, met with Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, who oversees Science and Technology, Earth Sciences, and Space, to advance bilateral cooperation during his official visit to India. The meeting focused on enhancing collaboration in science, technology, innovation, and space exploration. Dr. Singh welcomed…
