Bhubaneswar: Delegates attending the Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference and Expo 2026 got an opportunity to explore Bhubaneswar beyond the conference halls as the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA), through its Heritage Cell initiative Ekamra Walks, organised a special cycling trail on Saturday morning. Flagged off at 6:30 am from Mayfair Sanctuary and Convention, the cycling…
Bhubaneswar: District-specific tourism plans, improved infrastructure and sustainable development emerged as key priorities at the 7th Odisha Tourism Conclave, with discussions focusing on ways to showcase the state’s diverse attractions and strengthen its appeal among domestic and international visitors. With its rich cultural heritage, ancient temples, scenic landscapes, wildlife and vibrant traditions, Odisha has considerable…
Bhubaneswar: Bhubaneswar will host two major national-level events on urban development and mobility this week, bringing together policymakers, urban administrators, researchers and industry representatives to discuss sustainable transport, urban governance and improved civic services. The 19th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference and Exhibition 2026 will be held on October 23 and 24, followed by the…
Bhubaneswar/New Delhi: Odisha is finalising a dedicated Agri-PV Policy 2026 to enable farmers to grow crops and generate solar power on the same land, with a target of developing 1 GW of agrivoltaic capacity by 2030. Deputy Chief Minister and Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment and Energy Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo announced the proposed policy…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has developed a comprehensive protocol for managing pregnancies affected by sickle cell disease, aiming to reduce maternal health risks through timely diagnosis, appropriate treatment and coordinated care. The protocol was discussed at a state-level review-cum-dissemination workshop organised jointly by the National Health Mission (NHM) Odisha, Directorate of Blood Safety and UNICEF Odisha at…
New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday attended the award ceremony of the 65th National Exhibition of Art and the 3rd Print Biennale India 2026, recognising artists for their contributions to India’s contemporary visual arts and cultural heritage. Organised by the Lalit Kala Akademi under the Ministry of Culture, the ceremony was held at the…
New Delhi: Union Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has called for developing a farmer-friendly AgriVoltaics model that allows crops to grow beneath solar panels while generating electricity, saying the approach can increase rural incomes without compromising agricultural production. Addressing the inaugural session of the three-day 7th AgriVoltaics World Conference at Bharat Mandapam…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Secretary Anu Garg has called for expanding livelihood opportunities for rural families and strengthening women’s financial independence by helping more self-help groups (SHGs) develop into small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Chairing the fifth Steering Committee meeting of the Odisha Livelihood Mission (OLM) at Lok Seva Bhavan on Wednesday, Garg stressed the need…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Secretary Anu Garg has directed all concerned departments and District Collectors to complete compliance-related work within the timeline set by the Odisha State Pollution Control Board (OSPCB) for effective implementation of the Solid Waste Management Rules-2026. Chairing the first meeting of the state-level committee on implementation of the rules at Lok Seva…
Bhubaneswar: Higher secondary schools across Odisha must install CCTV cameras in examination halls and other designated areas by November 30, 2026, to ensure transparent and smooth conduct of the annual Plus II examinations in 2027. The Council of Higher Secondary Education (CHSE), Odisha, has made CCTV surveillance mandatory in examination halls, strong rooms, centre superintendents’…
