Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Saturday unveiled a series of strategic initiatives to revitalise Odisha’s dairy sector, describing OMFED as a pillar of rural prosperity and the driving force behind the state’s white revolution. Addressing a gathering in Cuttack during the signing of an MoU between the Odisha State Cooperative Milk Producers’ Federation…
Cuttack: A joint press conference held today by the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) and Janata Ranga Manch at the historic theatre’s premises in Banka Bazar called for immediate action to preserve and restore the iconic institution, which has been a cornerstone of Odisha’s theatre movement since 1953. Addressing the media,…
Bhubaneswar: In response to the brutal attack on a minor girl in Balanga, Puri district, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Saturday assured that the state government is fully prepared to transfer the victim to AIIMS Delhi for advanced treatment, provided her condition permits. The girl, who suffered severe burn injuries in a horrifying…
Bhubaneswar: Strengthening Odisha’s commitment to gender equality and safer campuses, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Saturday unveiled the Shaktishree Programme, a state-wide initiative dedicated to the safety, empowerment, and holistic development of female students in higher education institutions. The programme will be implemented across 16 universities and 730 government and aided colleges under the…
Bhubaneswar: A high-level workshop on the implementation of Odisha Vision 2036 and 2047 was held today at Kharavel Bhavan in Bhubaneswar, with the theme “Viksit Odisha for Viksit Bharat.” The session aimed to align Odisha’s developmental ambitions with the national goal of transforming India into a developed country by 2047. Chaired by Usha Padhee, IAS,…
Bhubaneswar: V. Somanna, Hon’ble Minister of State for Railways and Jal Shakti, visited Bhubaneswar railway station today to review the progress of redevelopment work being carried out under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. The inspection reflects the government’s commitment to transforming railway infrastructure in Odisha in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of modernising…
Thiruvananthapuram: The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram (IISER TVM) celebrated its 13th Convocation at its scenic Vithura campus on Saturday, marking another milestone in its journey as a premier institution of scientific education and research. Padma Bhushan awardee Dr. Krishna Ella, Founder and Executive Chairman of Bharat Biotech International Limited, graced the…
Bengaluru: A clever smuggling attempt was busted at Kempegowda International Airport after officers of the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Bengaluru Zonal Unit, seized over 4 kilograms of cocaine concealed inside superhero comic books. The operation took place in the early hours of July 18, when an Indian male passenger arriving from Doha was intercepted…
Bhubaneswar: To ensure justice for victims of rights violations and strengthen awareness of human rights, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) will conduct a two-day Camp Sitting in Bhubaneswar on July 21 and 22. The Commission will hear a range of cases concerning alleged human rights violations at the State Guest House, Unit V, Keshari…
Kendrapara: As monsoon fury grips Odisha, the district of Kendrapara finds itself battling not just devastating floods, but an alarming rise in wildlife threats. With rivers breaching their banks after days of relentless rain, floodwaters have invaded homes, schools, and streets—bringing with them crocodiles and snakes, terrifying already-stranded residents. At least 30 villages have been…
