Bhubaneswar: In one of the deadliest industrial tragedies in recent times, at least four workers from Odisha lost their lives in a massive explosion at the Sigachi Industries Limited pharmaceutical plant in Telangana’s Sangareddy district. The blast, which occurred on Monday morning in the Microcrystalline Cellulose (MCC) drying unit, also left several others injured and…
New Delhi: Amid growing speculation surrounding sudden unexplained deaths, especially among young adults, the Government of India has released findings from multiple scientific studies that definitively conclude no direct link between COVID-19 vaccination and sudden deaths in the country. Two comprehensive studies—led by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the National Centre for…
Bhubaneswar: In a breakthrough for India’s disaster response and indigenous innovation, an Odisha-based deep tech startup, BonV Aero, has emerged as a critical partner in the Indian Army’s rescue operations following devastating landslides in Lachen, Sikkim. The successful deployment of the company’s Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) drone not only saved valuable time but also helped…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to host the Energy Ministers’ Conclave later this year, bringing together energy leaders from across India to chart the course for a sustainable and climate-resilient future. The high-level conclave will be organised in collaboration with the Tony Blair Institute and IIT Kanpur, positioning Odisha at the forefront of national energy transition…
Bhubaneswar: Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Agriculture, Farmers Empowerment and Energy, Kanak Vardhan Singhdeo, conducted a comprehensive review of key infrastructure projects undertaken by the Odisha Power Generation Corporation (OPGC) and Odisha Hydro Power Corporation (OHPC), emphasizing the need to accelerate execution timelines to strengthen the state’s power infrastructure. Chairing a high-level meeting, Singhdeo…
Bhubaneswar: In a bid to strengthen urban financial governance, the Housing and Urban Development (H&UD) Department of the Government of Odisha has launched a 40-day residential Induction Training Programme for newly appointed accountants of Urban Local Bodies (ULBs). The programme commenced at the Madhusudan Das Regional Academy of Financial Management (MDRAFM) in Bhubaneswar. The inaugural…
New Delhi: In a significant step toward enhancing passenger services and embracing digital transformation, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw today launched RailOne, a next-generation mobile application designed to streamline the interface between passengers and Indian Railways. The launch took place at the India Habitat Centre, marking the 40th Foundation Day of the Centre for Railway…
Kaliningrad: In a landmark moment underscoring India’s growing naval strength and deep-rooted defence partnership with Russia, the Indian Navy commissioned INS Tamal (F 71) on Monday at the Yantar Shipyard in Kaliningrad. The ceremony, attended by senior naval officials and dignitaries from both nations, marks the induction of the eighth multi-role stealth frigate under Project…
Bhubaneswar: Aadhaar has emerged as a transformative force in streamlining governance and improving citizen services across India, and Odisha stands at the forefront of this digital revolution, said Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja on Monday. Speaking at a state-level workshop titled “Deriving Maximum Impact out of Aadhaar”, Ahuja underlined how the unique identification platform has played…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha government has announced the rollout of ‘Sishu Vatikas’—pre-school learning centres—across all government primary schools from the Academic Year 2025–26. The move is aimed at strengthening foundational learning for children aged 5 to 6 years in line with the objectives of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. A notification to this effect was issued…
