Bhubaneswar: With unstable weather conditions brewing, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has sounded an Orange Alert for multiple districts in Odisha, warning of thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and strong winds. The alert, issued for April 12, urges residents to remain cautious as intermittent rain and thunder activity are expected to continue across the state until…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, joined by Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare and Chemicals and Fertilizers, Jagat Prakash Nadda, visited the Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering and Technology (CIPET) today and proposed the expansion of the institute’s footprint across Odisha to meet the growing demand for skilled manpower in the petrochemical sector….
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…
