Bhubaneswar: Union Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting, and Electronics & IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, reviewed the ongoing redevelopment work at the Puri Railway Station today, underscoring Indian Railways’ commitment to upgrading key infrastructure under the Amrit Station Scheme. During his evening inspection, Vaishnaw expressed satisfaction with the pace of work and directed officials to fast-track…
Bhubaneswar: In a major step towards digital governance in the irrigation sector, the Odisha government is set to implement sensor-based Internet of Things (IoT) technology to monitor Community Lift Irrigation Projects (CLIPs) across the state. The initiative aims to enhance transparency, efficiency, and real-time monitoring of irrigation infrastructure. A high-level meeting on the proposal was…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha government has announced a 2 per cent hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) of state government employees and pensioners, raising it from 53% to 55%. The decision will benefit nearly 8.5 lakh individuals across the state. As per the official release from the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO), the revised DA will be implemented with…
Mumbai: In a significant step toward advancing India’s creative economy and fostering world-class talent in the media and entertainment industry, the Union Ministry of Information & Broadcasting today signed a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Maharashtra, Maharashtra Film, Stage & Cultural Development Corporation Ltd. (MFSCDCL), and the Indian Institute of Creative…
Bengaluru: Campa, the iconic homegrown beverage brand, has roped in acclaimed actor and pan-India superstar Ram Charan as its new Brand Ambassador. The announcement comes with the launch of ‘Campa Wali Zidd’, a dynamic campaign that celebrates personal resilience and the unwavering spirit of India’s youth. The collaboration marks a significant milestone in Campa’s resurgence…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step toward reducing compliance burden and improving the ease of doing business, the Chief Secretaries’ Orientation Session on the newly developed Deregulation Module within the Regulatory Compliance Portal (RCP) of DPIIT was held virtually on April 9, 2025. The session was chaired by Vandana Gurnani, IAS, Secretary (Coordination), and aimed to…
Bhubaneswar: To redefine urban mobility in the state, the Housing & Urban Development Department of Odisha held a high-level meeting to review the progress of Odisha Yatri, the state’s indigenous ride-booking platform. Chaired by Principal Secretary Usha Padhee, the meeting focused on enhancing accessibility, affordability, and inclusivity through this ambitious public mobility initiative. Developed with…
New Delhi: To boost to India’s indigenous defence capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully conducted the Release Trials of the Long-Range Glide Bomb (LRGB) ‘Gaurav’ from April 8 to 10, 2025. The trials were carried out using the Su-30 MKI fighter aircraft, marking a key milestone in the development of precision-guided…
Cuttack: Odisha today joined other states offering universal health coverage, as Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda and Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi launched co-branded health cards under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) and the Gopabandhu Jan Arogya Yojana. The event, held in Cuttack, also marked the formal launch of…
New Delhi: In a celebration of academic achievement and service to the nation, Union Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, presided over the second graduation ceremony of ESIC Medical College & Hospital, Faridabad, held today at the Bharat Ratna C. Subramaniam Auditorium in New Delhi. A total of 447 students graduated, including 100…
