Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi today unveiled the state’s ambitious plan to transform Odisha into a $500 billion economy by 2036, coinciding with the centenary of the state’s formation. The announcement was made at a state-level Consultative Workshop on ‘Vision Odisha 2036 and 2047’, held at the Convention Hall of Lok Seva Bhawan. At…
Bhubaneswar: In a major administrative reform, the Odisha Cabinet on Wednesday approved an amendment to the Odisha Lower Excise Services (Employment Procedures and Service Regulations of Excise Constables) Rules, 2023, transitioning the cadre of Excise Constables from Divisional Cadre to District Cadre. This strategic move aims to enhance recruitment efficiency and improve operational management within…
New Delhi: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday released the central contracts list for the 2025 season, retaining the familiar four-tier format and introducing notable changes across categories. A total of 34 players have been awarded contracts, with major shuffles seen particularly in Grade C. Pant Rises, Ashwin Exits One…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards fostering international collaboration, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi held a high-level meeting with the Ambassador of Spain to India, Juan Antonio March Pujol, at Lok Seva Bhawan on Friday. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation between Spain and Odisha across key sectors including renewable energy, metallurgy, textiles, and…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday reaffirmed his government’s commitment to making Odisha a healthier and more prosperous state by eradicating malnutrition. Addressing the State-Level Poshan Pakhya-2025 event at the Women and Child Institute in Bhubaneswar, the Chief Minister announced the establishment of the ‘Odisha Pushti Mission’, a focused initiative backed by an…
Kathua: In a landmark moment for Jammu and Kashmir’s urban development, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Earth Sciences, and MoS for PMO, Dr. Jitendra Singh, along with Chief Minister Shri Omar Abdullah, today inaugurated the town’s first-ever Municipal Parking Complex. The inauguration marks a significant milestone in Kathua’s transformation from…
Bhubaneswar: Former Odisha Chief Minister and current Leader of Opposition, Naveen Patnaik, has been elected President of the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) for the ninth consecutive time, reaffirming his enduring leadership and deep-rooted influence in the state’s political landscape. Patnaik, who was the sole candidate for the post, was elected unopposed. The formal announcement was…
Bhubaneswar: Football fever is set to grip Odisha as the Kalinga Super Cup 2025 kicks off at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on April 20, promising fans a fortnight of electrifying action. The grand finale is slated for May 3. With football enthusiasts across the state buzzing with excitement, Director of Sports and Youth Services,…
New Delhi, April 18: The Government of India has categorically denied claims suggesting that Goods and Services Tax (GST) will be levied on Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions exceeding ₹2,000, terming such reports as false, misleading, and completely baseless. In an official clarification, the government stated that there is no proposal under consideration to impose…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards enhancing agricultural practices and promoting global learning, a 28-member delegation from Odisha—comprising 14 farmers and 14 officials—has embarked on a week-long exposure visit to Malaysia. The visit, organized under the Odisha Integrated Irrigation Project for Climate Resilient Agriculture (OIIPCRA), was officially flagged off by Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan…
