Bhubaneswar: In response to crop loss and property damage caused by unseasonal rainfall between May 27 and May 30, the Odisha government convened a high-level virtual review meeting to assess the impact and strategize compensation for affected individuals. Held at the office of the Special Relief Commissioner (SRC), the meeting was attended by Deputy Chief…
Bhubaneswar: Reaffirming the state government’s commitment to providing safe drinking water to every household, Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja on Thursday reviewed the progress of various rural drinking water supply projects across Odisha. The high-level meeting, held at Lok Seva Bhavan, brought together senior officials from the Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water Department, including Commissioner-cum-Secretary Girish…
Gopalpur: In a spirited celebration of ecological responsibility and youth-led innovation, the Estuarine Biology Regional Centre of the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI), located at Gopalpur-on-Sea, successfully hosted a national-level Hackathon on the theme “Estuarine Faunal Diversity.” This event formed part of a larger 110-hour Hackathon programme being conducted across India by various ZSI regional…
Bhubaneswar: In a move aimed at improving travel comfort and addressing the growing passenger demand, Indian Railways has announced the temporary augmentation of the 12892/12891 Puri–Bangiriposi–Puri Express by adding one Second Class Chair Car Coach. Starting from June 1, 2025, the train will depart from Puri with a total of 15 coaches—an increase from the…
Bhubaneswar: Underscoring its leadership in rural women’s empowerment, the Government of Odisha hosted the National Conclave on “Lakhpati Didi” at the Lok Seva Bhawan Convention Centre in Bhubaneswar. Held over two days, the event brought together policymakers, self-help group (SHG) leaders, and development partners from across the country to celebrate Odisha’s remarkable achievement in enabling over…
Khadakwasla: In a landmark moment for India’s defence history, the National Defence Academy (NDA) witnessed the graduation of its first-ever batch of 17 female cadets during the Passing Out Parade (POP) of the 148th Course – Spring Term 2025. The grand parade took place at the iconic Khetarpal Parade Ground in Khadakwasla, Maharashtra, where a total…
New Delhi: In a landmark move to bolster consumer protection and regulatory vigilance in the traditional medicine sector, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Ayush and Minister of State for Health & Family Welfare, Prataprao Jadhav, today launched the AyushSuraksha Portal at Ayush Bhawan, New Delhi. The launch, held during a press briefing, marks…
New Delhi: In a dignified ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan today, President of India Droupadi Murmu conferred the National Florence Nightingale Awards 2025 to 15 exceptional nursing professionals from across the country. These prestigious awards recognize the exemplary dedication, compassion, and resilience of nurses who have made outstanding contributions to public health and community welfare….
New Delhi: The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, today inaugurated a two-day literary conference titled “How Much Has Literature Changed?” at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre, reflecting on the enduring power and evolving nature of literature in contemporary society. Addressing a gathering of eminent writers, poets, scholars, and literary enthusiasts, the President expressed her deep…
Bhubaneswar: In a major step towards addressing the rising demand for affordable urban housing, the Odisha government has unveiled a new housing scheme in Bhubaneswar, offering homes priced between ₹15 lakh and ₹50 lakh. Aimed primarily at the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) and Middle-Income Groups (MIG), the initiative promises to make homeownership more accessible for thousands…
