Bhubaneswar: To enhance Odisha’s maritime economy, the State Government has signed two major concession agreements aimed at enhancing port infrastructure and trade capabilities. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday announced that the state is committed to transforming Odisha into a maritime commerce hub by facilitating the development of new ports, jetties, and allied infrastructure across…
Bhubaneswar: With forecasts indicating heavy rainfall in several parts of Odisha, the Housing & Urban Development (H&UD) Department has issued a statewide alert to all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), urging them to step up preparedness and take immediate precautionary measures. Principal Secretary Smt. Usha Padhee has directed ULBs to remain vigilant and proactive in mitigating…
Bhubaneswar: In preparation for the world-famous Rath Yatra festival in Puri, the East Coast Railway (ECoR) has unveiled an unprecedented travel plan to accommodate the massive influx of devotees. A record 365 Special Trains will operate during the Rath Yatra period this year, connecting nearly every corner of Odisha and extending to major parts of…
New Delhi: The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has initiated an in-depth investigation into the tragic crash of Air India Flight AI-171, in strict adherence to international aviation safety protocols under the ICAO Chicago Convention (1944) and India’s Aircraft (Investigation of Accidents and Incidents) Rules, 2017. Following the accident, which occurred earlier this month, the…
New Delhi: In a landmark move set to reshape India’s maritime financing landscape, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal today inaugurated Sagarmala Finance Corporation Limited (SMFCL)—India’s first Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) dedicated exclusively to the maritime sector. The inauguration ceremony was also graced by Union Minister of State for MoPSW, Shantanu Thakur,…
New Delhi: In a major step toward transforming India’s maritime sector into a digitally empowered and sustainable ecosystem, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW), Sarbananda Sonowal today launched a series of groundbreaking initiatives, including the SAGAR SETU digital platform and the signing of an MoU to establish a Digital Centre of Excellence (DCoE)…
Bhubaneswar/Rourkela: In a significant development for Odisha’s industrial and economic growth, a high-level meeting was convened to deliberate on the ambitious expansion of the Rourkela Steel Plant. The session witnessed the presence of Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy, Union Tribal Affairs Minister Jual Oram, and Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Senior…
Bhubaneswar: As Odisha prepares for the world-renowned Rath Yatra in Puri, Reliance Industries Limited, in collaboration with the Puri district administration, has unveiled a large-scale initiative aimed at enhancing the comfort, safety, and overall experience of lakhs of devotees who will throng the coastal temple town to witness the sacred chariot procession of Lord Jagannath,…
Bhubaneswar: In a decisive move toward sustainable and green transportation, the Government of Odisha today held a high-level brainstorming session to shape the forthcoming Odisha Electric Vehicle Policy 2.0. The session, jointly organised by the Commerce & Transport Department and the Energy Department, marks a major push toward accelerating the state’s electric mobility transition. The…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday launched the e-Registration mobile application, aimed at transforming access to revenue-related services across the state. The app brings together a wide range of services under one digital platform, allowing citizens to access key revenue functions from the comfort of their homes. The newly launched app offers services…
