Bhubaneswar: The IDCO Exhibition Ground came alive with colour, craftsmanship and commerce on Saturday evening with the formal inauguration of Sisir Saras–2026, a mega rural exhibition-cum-market organised by the Odisha Rural Development and Marketing Society (ORMAS) under the Panchayati Raj & Drinking Water Department. The event was inaugurated by Minister for Fisheries & Animal Resources…

Bhubaneswar: An India One Air aircraft (Caravan 208) operating a flight from Bhubaneswar to Rourkela made a forced landing near Jalda, around eight nautical miles short of Rourkela, on Saturday afternoon. All six persons onboard — two pilots and four passengers — survived, with no fatalities reported. The aircraft, bearing registration VT-KSS, departed Bhubaneswar at…

Bhubaneswar: With a focus on preventing unplanned urban growth and ensuring optimal use of existing housing stock, the Housing & Urban Development Department on Wednesday reviewed the status of Transit Housing and Affordable Housing Projects (AHPs) in Bhubaneswar. The high-level meeting was chaired by Principal Secretary Usha Padhee and centred on accelerating allotments, strengthening coordination,…

Bhubaneswar: An anonymous e-mail threatening to cause damage to court premises has been received by several courts, prompting swift action by the police, officials said on Wednesday. Police have taken cognisance of the threat and launched a thorough investigation to ascertain its source and credibility. As a precautionary step, enhanced security arrangements and intensified checking…

Bhubaneswar: The three-day Chilika Bird Festival and Boat Racing Competition, held at Mangaljodi and Barkul in Chilika, concluded on a successful note, marking a fresh approach to tourism promotion in Odisha through community-led boat racing and nature photography initiatives. The valedictory ceremony was graced by Minister for Law, Works and Excise, Prithviraj Harichandan, as Chief…

Bhubaneswar: In a major step towards transforming Odisha’s agriculture into a future-ready and entrepreneurial sector, the State Government has finalised the roadmap for the proposed Farmer Skill and Agri-Incubation Centre (FSAIC). The project was discussed at a high-level meeting chaired by Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo,…

Bhubaneswar: The second day of the 6th National Chilika Bird Festival showcased a vibrant blend of conservation-focused tourism, community participation and cultural traditions, further strengthening Odisha’s model of eco-sensitive tourism. The festival is being jointly organised by the Department of Tourism and the Forest, Environment and Climate Change Department, Government of Odisha. Guided birdwatching programmes…

Bhubaneswar: Former Vice-President of India M. Venkaiah Naidu on Wednesday underscored that culture finds its true meaning and vitality when it actively engages with real human concerns such as social harmony, environmental sustainability, dignity of labour and inclusive growth. He was speaking at the valedictory ceremony of the 27th Foundation Day of the Utkal University…

Bhubaneswar: The Water Security Plan for Bhubaneswar city and its adjoining areas, prepared by the Odisha Water Corporation Limited (WATCO), was reviewed by Usha Padhee, Principal Secretary, Housing & Urban Development Department, with a strong emphasis on timely completion of water supply projects to meet the city’s growing needs. The review meeting was held at…