Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is taking strong steps to ensure safer and more respectful work environments for all employees, Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida said on Monday. She was addressing a large gathering of government staff at an orientation programme on the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 —…
Bhubaneswar: Senior bureaucrat Roopa Roshan Sahoo has officially assumed charge as the Commissioner-cum-Secretary to the Governor of Odisha, bringing with her a wealth of administrative experience and a reputation for efficiency and dedication. A 2006-batch IAS officer, Sahoo previously served as the Revenue Divisional Commissioner (Southern Range), where she played a crucial role in overseeing…
Bhubaneswar: Aiming to fortify student safety across the education system, the Odisha government has unveiled plans to install CCTV cameras in all schools statewide. The initiative, modeled after the Central Board of Secondary Education’s (CBSE) school safety mandate, seeks to create a secure and closely monitored academic environment. State School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda…
As Cities Swell, A World Bank Report Highlights Urgent Need for Resilient Development and Private Sector Partnership. India can learn from China’s urban resilience efforts. Weihai, a pilot city, exemplifies this: facing rising temperatures, it targets limiting climate disaster mortality and economic losses by 2025 and 2035, offering insights for India’s own resilient city development….
Bhubaneswar: To enhance irrigation coverage in Odisha, the Odisha Lift Irrigation Corporation (OLIC) presented an ambitious five-year master plan to create an additional 9 lakh hectares of irrigation potential, focusing particularly on blocks with less than 35% existing coverage. The proposal was reviewed during the 209th meeting of the OLIC Board of Directors, chaired by…
Mumbai: In a major recognition of India’s growing stature in global aviation, Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) has been named among the world’s top 10 airports by Travel + Leisure magazine. The prestigious ranking, part of the magazine’s annual “World’s Best Awards,” reflects CSMIA’s excellence in infrastructure, passenger experience, service quality, and operational…
Imphal: Renowned theatre maestro Ratan Thiyam, whose groundbreaking contributions redefined Indian theatre and spotlighted Manipur’s cultural depth, passed away in Imphal early Wednesday. He was 77. Thiyam had been undergoing treatment at the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences, where he breathed his last around 1.30 am following a prolonged illness. A towering presence in contemporary…
New Delhi: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has kick-started the process to elect the next Vice President of the country, following the resignation of Jagdeep Dhankhar from the constitutional post. Dhankhar submitted his resignation to President Droupadi Murmu on July 21, citing health reasons. On July 22, the Ministry of Home Affairs issued an…
Mayurbhanj: Health concerns have escalated at Patrapoda Ashram School in Odisha’s Thakurmunda block after 28 students reportedly fell ill due to a diarrhoea outbreak, raising fears of contaminated food or water being the cause. The incident came to light after several students complained of stomach issues and weakness. All affected children were taken to the…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to witness improved regional air connectivity as Star Air prepares to launch direct flights between Bhubaneswar and Jharsuguda starting August 16, 2025. The new route marks Star Air’s foray into intra-state operations in Odisha, aiming to cater to the growing demand for efficient, affordable regional travel. Flight bookings are now live…
