Bhubaneswar: The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), in collaboration with the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), convened a high-level regional dialogue titled “Food Policy for a Changing World: Lessons and Priorities for South Asia” in New Delhi on September 16. The event also marked the South Asia launch of IFPRI’s 2025 Global Food…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has charted out a comprehensive action plan to address the growing menace of stray cattle on highways and urban roads, aiming to safeguard both commuters and animals. A high-level meeting chaired by Principal Secretary, Commerce & Transport Department, Usha Padhee, was convened today to deliberate on integrated measures for road safety…
Bhubaneswar: A fresh wave of government appointments swept across Odisha today as Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi handed over appointment letters to 1,686 candidates at the 11th Nijukti Mela organised at the IDCO Exhibition Ground. The Chief Minister described government jobs as “a blend of livelihood security and a powerful avenue for public service.” The…
Bhubaneswar: The Directorate of Higher Secondary Education (DHSE) today inaugurated a five-day Capacity Building Workshop for Post Graduate Teachers (PGTs) in English serving in non-government aided higher secondary schools across Odisha. The training programme, being held at the SIRD&PR, has been organised in collaboration with Azim Premji University. A total of 50 English PGTs are…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s industrial landscape received a major boost today as Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi laid the foundation for 27 new projects across 12 districts, signalling the state’s growing appeal as an investment destination. Together, these ventures represent over ₹25,000 crore in capital investment and promise more than 52,000 new jobs for the state’s youth….
Bhubaneswar: In a major push for transparency and accountability in its flagship women’s welfare scheme, the Odisha government on Friday launched the Subhadra Grievance Module, a digital platform that will directly address complaints and ensure that no eligible woman is left out of the Subhadra Yojana. Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida, who unveiled the portal,…
Puri: The 13th edition of the Puri Heritage Walk (PHW) was held on Sunday, drawing more than 40 heritage enthusiasts from across Odisha to explore the city’s rich Ayurvedic heritage and the historic monasteries along Clarke Road. The walk began with a discussion on the enduring role of Ayurveda in healthcare, described by participants as…
Bhubaneswar: A day-long Consultative Workshop on Sustainable Development Goal-5 (Gender Equality): Reimagining Development through a Gender Lens – Inclusive, Safe, Sustainable was organised today by the Planning and Convergence Department, Government of Odisha, in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) at Bhubaneswar. The workshop aimed to deliberate on pressing issues surrounding gender equality…
Bhubaneswar: India’s labour force is set to benefit from a new wave of inclusive reforms, with the Union Government prioritising dignity, security, and opportunity for workers. At a high-level national consultation meeting chaired by Union Labour and Employment Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, states across the country—including Odisha—pledged active cooperation in shaping transformative policies. Representing Odisha,…
Cuttack: The Juvenile Justice Committee of the High Court of Orissa, in collaboration with the Department of Women and Child Development (WCD), Government of Odisha, and UNICEF, today organised a State Level Juvenile Justice Consultation on the theme “Safeguarding the Girl Child: Towards a Safer and Enabling Environment for Her in India” at the Odisha…
