Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has extended the deadline for updating e-KYC details for ration card beneficiaries until February 15, announced Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Minister Krushna Chandra Patra on Thursday. The initial deadline for the update was set for January 31, but the government decided to extend it after noticing that a significant number…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha University of Health Sciences (OUHS) took a significant step forward in promoting ethical research practices with the installation of its Research Ethics Committee (REC) today. The initiative underscores the state’s commitment to strengthening ethical oversight in medical and healthcare research. Speaking at the ceremony, Health & Family Welfare Minister Dr. Mukesh Mahaling…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s tourism sector received a significant boost at the Utkarsh Odisha – Make in Odisha Conclave 2025, with 121 investment intents totaling an impressive ₹8,153 crore. The announcement was made by Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida, who highlighted Odisha’s emergence as a prime investment hub. Parida remarked, “Utkarsh Odisha is the ray of hope….
Bhubaneswar: In a significant milestone for the redevelopment of Bhubaneswar Railway Station, the Odisha State Government has granted work permission for the construction of the Elevated Driveway and Exit Road on the Master Canteen side of the Station. This move marks an important phase in the ongoing modernization of the station and is expected to…
Bhubaneswar: The Utkarsh Odisha – Make in Odisha Conclave 2025 hosted a pivotal sectoral session on Healthcare, Pharma, and Biotechnology, where leading industry players expressed investment intent totaling INR 4,349 crores. The session, titled “Universal Health and Wellness in Odisha,” showcased the state’s commitment to advancing healthcare, pharma, and biotechnology through innovation and investment. The…
Bhubaneswar: In a landmark move to empower women in Odisha, two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) were signed between the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Sambalpur, and the World Skills Centre to provide specialized training for women across various fields. The goal is to equip them with the necessary skills to become self-sufficient and thrive in the…
Bhubaneswar: A new study by the Council on Energy, Environment, and Water (CEEW) reveals that Odisha has the potential to create approximately 10 lakh new full-time equivalent (FTE) jobs and attract INR 3.5 lakh crore (USD 42 billion) in investments by 2030 across key green sectors. These sectors include energy transition, circular economy, and bio-economy with…
Bhubaneswar: At the Utkarsh Odisha – Make in Odisha Conclave 2025, Odisha’s rich film heritage was celebrated, with Minister of Industries, Skill Development & Technical Education, Sampad Chandra Swain recognizing the industry’s illustrious history and promising future. In his speech at Janata Maidan, Bhubaneswar, Swain highlighted the milestones in the development of Odia cinema, starting from…
Bhubaneswar: The Utkarsh Odisha – Make in Odisha Conclave 2025 concluded on a resounding note, securing an unprecedented ₹16.73 lakh crore in investment commitments across 593 projects, with the potential to create 12.88 lakh jobs across more than 20 sectors. The event marked a transformative milestone for Odisha, positioning the state as a premier destination for…
Bhubaneswar: Strengthening its position as a hub for agricultural innovation and food processing, the Odisha government signed 17 memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with various investors during the plenary session on ‘Agri Industry & Food Processing’ on the second day of the Utkarsh Odisha – Make in Odisha Conclave 2025. Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Singh Deo,…
