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Chief Secretary of Odisha Urges Plastic-Free Picnics for a Greener Tomorrow
Bhubaneswar: As the season for picnics approaches, Chief Secretary Pradeep Kumar Jena urges the residents of the state to embrace eco-friendly practices by having a plastic-free picnic. To further this initiative, the State Pollution…
BMC Deploys Gambusia fish to Combat Malaria and Dengue
Bhubaneswar: With reports of dengue cases emerging in various areas of the city, in a proactive measure to curb the proliferation of malaria and dengue, the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) has released Western Gambusia fish into…
The 13-Year-Old on a Mission to Save Local Crop Varieties
At just 13 years old, Harshita Priyadarshani Mohanty, a Class VII prodigy hailing from Jeypore in Koraput district, has embarked on a mission that goes beyond her age and sets an inspiring example for the world. With a strong determination…
Odisha Plans Extensive Palm Tree Plantation to deal Ecological resilience
Bhubaneswar: The Forest, Environment, and Climate Change Department of Odisha have devised an extensive Tala Tree plantation initiative along the demarcated forest block perimeters during the upcoming planting seasons of 2024-25 and…
Rare Simultaneous Occurrence of Cyclonic Storms in Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal
Bhubaneswar: Unprecedented weather patterns have led to a remarkable and rare occurrence as two powerful cyclonic storms, named "Tej" and "Hamoon," have emerged simultaneously over the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal, respectively. The…
Centre releases funds to Conserve Chilika Lake Under National Plan for Aquatic Eco-Systems
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move, the Centre has disbursed funds for the preservation and management of Chilika Lake in Odisha. The allocated funds fall under the ambit of the National Plan for Conservation of Aquatic Eco-Systems (NPCA).…
Odisha CM Launches ‘Mo Jungle Jami Yojana’ to Empower Tribals
Bhubaneswar: On the occasion of the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples, Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik launched the transformative 'Mo Jungle Jami Yojana'.
The scheme aims to uphold the rights of both individuals…
Battling Climate Change, The Resilient Women Migrants in Bhubaneswar Work in Construction Sites
For the past few years, Bhubaneswar, the vibrant capital city of Odisha, has witnessed an inspiring surge in women migrants from districts like Mayurbhanj, Keonjhar, Ganjam, Khandhamal, and Rayagada. These courageous women have left behind…
Odisha Launches ‘Mo Jungle Jami Yojana’ to Secure Forest Land Rights for ST Communities
Bhubaneswar: In a landmark move to acknowledge and protect the rights of forest-dwelling communities, the Odisha government has launched the 'Mo Jungle Jami Yojana' (My Forest Land Scheme). The initiative aims to ensure the right to hold…
Odisha CM launches ‘Ama Pokhari’ scheme to rejuvenate wetlands in urban areas
Bhubaneswar: In a momentous occasion, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik launched the visionary 'Aam Pokhari' program on Thursday, focused on the revival and enhancement of urban wetlands across the state.
This pioneering initiative aims to…