January 23, 2026

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Odisha CM Reviews Key Infrastructure Projects to Ease Traffic and Beautify Bhubaneswar-Cuttack Twin City

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Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi today conducted a comprehensive review of ongoing and proposed infrastructure projects in the Bhubaneswar-Cuttack Twin City region, focusing on traffic decongestion and the city’s integrated development. The high-level meeting was held at Lok Seva Bhawan with senior ministers and top bureaucrats in attendance. During the review, several major proposals…

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Odisha Sets Rs. 2.52 Lakh Crore Credit Target as 179th SLBC Meeting Stresses Financial Inclusion and Support for Farmers

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Bhubaneswar: The 179th State Level Bankers’ Committee (SLBC) meeting, along with a special session on Financial Inclusion and Financial Literacy, was held today in Bhubaneswar, with a renewed focus on achieving the ambitious Annual Credit Plan (ACP) target of ₹2.52 lakh crore for the financial year 2025–26. Anu Garg, Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary, in her…

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Odisha Accelerates Industrial Push with IOCL Projects in Paradip and Bhadrak

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Bhubaneswar: In a major step towards fast-tracking industrial development in Odisha, Industries, Skill Development and Technical Education Minister Sampad Chandra Swain today chaired a high-level review meeting at Kharavel Bhawan, directing immediate action on two critical infrastructure projects by Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL). The meeting focused on the early implementation of the Dual Feed…

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Northeast is India’s Strategic and Digital Frontier: MoS Chandra Shekhar at Rising North East Investors Summit

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New Delhi: Union Minister of State for Communications and Rural Development, Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Shekhar, today declared that the Northeastern region of India is no longer the country’s periphery but its strategic and digital frontier—a space “where policy meets possibility, nature meets networks, and heritage meets hyper-connectivity.” Addressing a key session at the Rising North…

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North East to Power India’s Green Future: Pralhad Joshi at Rising North East Investors Summit 2025

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New Delhi: Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, today underscored the North East Region’s (NER) vital role in India’s green growth ambitions, calling it the “Ashtalakshmi of Green Power.” Speaking at the Ministerial Session on ‘Green Northeast: Advancing Renewable Energy for Sashakt Bharat’ at the Rising North East Investors Summit 2025 in…

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Centre Reaffirms Commitment to Justice for SC/ST Communities at 28th Committee Meeting on Atrocities and Untouchability

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New Delhi: In a significant move to strengthen efforts against caste-based discrimination, Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Dr. Virendra Kumar, and Union Minister for Tribal Affairs, Jual Oram, co-chaired the 28th meeting of the Committee to curb offences of untouchability and atrocities against Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) in New Delhi…

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‘Master Crafters’ Exhibition to Celebrate Odisha’s Rich Craft Heritage on May 24–25

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Bhubaneswar: The Crafts Council of Odisha is set to host “Master Crafters,” a two-day exhibition dedicated to celebrating the timeless legacy and artistic brilliance of Odisha’s traditional crafts. The event will take place on May 24 and 25 at the Banquet Hall of Bhubaneswar Club, from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The exhibition will bring…

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Union Power Minister Manohar Lal Reviews Karnataka’s Power Sector, Calls for Strengthened Reforms and Infrastructure

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Bengaluru: Union Minister of Power Manohar Lal conducted a detailed review of Karnataka’s power sector during a high-level meeting held in Bengaluru today. The session was also attended by Union Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy Shripad Naik, Karnataka’s Minister of Energy K.J. George, and senior officials from both central and…

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Bhubaneswar to Host International Conference on Kalinga-Southeast Asia Civilisational Links

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Bhubaneswar: The historic and cultural legacy of ancient Kalinga—modern-day Odisha—will take centre stage as the capital city prepares to host the International Conference on “Kalinga and Southeast Asia: The Civilisational Connect” on May 24 and 25. The event will delve into the centuries-old maritime, cultural, and historical bonds that once linked Odisha with Southeast Asian…

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