Odisha CM Inaugurates Nine New Galleries at State Museum, Showcasing Rich Heritage

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi today inaugurated nine new galleries at the Odisha State Museum, further enriching the institution’s role as a custodian of the state’s cultural and historical treasures. The newly opened galleries include the Pre-historic Gallery, Royal and Ivory Gallery, Zoological Gallery, Mining and Geology Gallery, Puppet Gallery, Mask Gallery, Tribes Gallery,…

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Odisha CM Inaugurates Annual State-Level Flower Exhibition at Ekamra Kanan

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated the much-anticipated Annual State-Level Flower Exhibition at the Regional Plant Resource Centre (RPRC), Ekamra Kanan, on Sunday. The five-day event, running from January 7 to 11, is a vibrant celebration of Odisha’s rich floral heritage, organized in collaboration with the Plant Lovers Association and featuring over 70 participating…

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Odisha CM Launches Double-Decker, Hop-On Hop-Off & SJTA E-Bus Services to Boost Urban Mobility

Bhubaneswar: In a landmark step towards sustainable urban transportation, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi today inaugurated the state’s first-ever Double-Decker bus service, along with Hop-On Hop-Off (HOHO) buses and Shree Jagannatha Temple Administration (SJTA) E-Bus services. The event, held at the Mo Bus Depot in Gadakana, Bhubaneswar, marked a significant milestone in Odisha’s efforts…

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Union Minister Launches Multilingual Functionality on e-Shram Portal

New Delhi: In a major step toward enhancing social security for unorganised workers, Union Minister of Labour & Employment and Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, today launched the multilingual functionality on the e-Shram portal. The upgraded portal, now available in all 22 Scheduled Languages, was unveiled during an event held in the national…

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Odisha Govt Signs Landmark ₹15 Crore Sponsorship Deal for Indian National Kho Kho Team

Bhubaneswar: In a historic move to bolster indigenous sports, the Odisha Government has announced a three-year sponsorship deal for the Indian National Kho Kho team. Starting January 2025 and running through December 2027, the state will invest ₹5 crore annually, totaling ₹15 crore, with funding provided by the Odisha Mining Corporation (OMC). Chief Minister Mohan…

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Odisha FC Signs Forward Rahul KP in a Landmark Transfer from Kerala Blasters

Bhubaneswar: Odisha FC has officially announced the signing of dynamic forward Rahul KP on a permanent transfer from Kerala Blasters FC. The 24-year-old joins the Kalinga Warriors on a contract running until the end of the 2026-27 season, with an option to extend for an additional year. Rahul KP, who hails from Thrissur, Kerala, brings…

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Soorma Hockey Club Clinches Thrilling Victory Over Delhi SG Pipers in Hero Hockey India League

Rourkela: Soorma Hockey Club staged a dramatic comeback to defeat the Delhi SG Pipers 2-2 (3-1 SO) in a penalty shootout in the Hero Hockey India League at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium today. A spirited performance from Harmanpreet Singh and goalkeeper Vincent Vanasch proved decisive in the nail-biting encounter. The match began with Soorma…

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Historic Moments and Dominant Wins Mark Day 3 of Royal Enfield Ice Hockey League

Leh: Day 3 of the Royal Enfield Ice Hockey League Season 2 delivered unforgettable moments and high-octane action at the Nawang Dorjay Stobdan Stadium in Leh. Namhail Nangmo etched her name in history by scoring the fastest goal ever recorded in the league, while defending champions in both men’s and women’s categories showcased their dominance…

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Odisha on Alert as Human Metapneumovirus Cases Rise in India

Bhubaneswar: Amid reports of five confirmed cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in India, Odisha’s Public Health Director, Dr. Nilakantha Mishra, has called for vigilance while assuring the public that there is no cause for panic. The latest cases include two children undergoing treatment in Chennai, raising concerns as the virus has now been reported in…

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Odisha Plans to Establish State’s First Bird Museum near Chilika Lake

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has announced a groundbreaking initiative to establish the state’s first bird museum near Chilika Lake, a renowned biodiversity hotspot and an important destination for migratory birds. Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida made the announcement while inaugurating the 5th National Chilika Bird Festival on Monday. This year’s festival, which runs until January…

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