Odisha CM Launches ₹5,770 Crore Industrial Projects to Boost Jobs and Growth

Bhubaneswar: Odisha took a significant step towards industrial growth and employment generation as Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated a major production unit and laid the foundation stone for 13 new projects on Thursday. With a combined investment of ₹5,770 crore, these projects are expected to create over 37,030 jobs, reinforcing the state’s position as…

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India Post Partners with Nippon India Mutual Fund to Offer Door-to-Door KYC Services

New Delhi: To enhance investor convenience and streamline the Mutual Fund industry’s onboarding process, the Department of Posts (DoP) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Nippon India Mutual Fund to provide door-to-door KYC verification services. This collaboration aims to ensure a seamless, secure, and compliant Know Your Customer (KYC) process for investors across…

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Enhancing Milk Production with On-Call Artificial Insemination in Odisha

Bhubaneswar: Odisha has introduced an On-Call Artificial Insemination (AI) service aimed at transforming dairy farming and enhancing milk production across the state. This innovative service allows dairy farmers to access AI facilities from the comfort of their homes, marking a significant step towards modernization in the sector. The Fisheries and Animal Resources Development Department has…

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Odisha Expands Electric Bus Fleet with 40 New Additions Under CRUT

Bhubaneswar: Odisha government has strengthened its electric bus fleet with the addition of 40 new e-buses under the Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT). This expansion aims to provide an eco-friendly, reliable, and efficient transportation system for the state’s growing urban population. Flagging off the new buses at the Gadakana Depot on Thursday, Dr. Krushna Chandra…

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BIS Annual Convention Explores ‘Sustainability through Standards’ in Goa

Goa: The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) convened its Annual Convention for Deans and Heads of Departments (HoDs) from partner institutions focused on Environment and Ecology, emphasizing the theme “Sustainability through Standards.” The two-day event saw participation from 45 delegates representing 32 institutions alongside senior BIS officials, fostering discussions on research-driven standardization for a sustainable…

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Raksha Mantri Flags Off Indian Army and NCC Mountaineering Expeditions to Everest, Kangchenjunga

New Delhi: Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh flagged off two ambitious mountaineering expeditions to Mount Everest (8,848m) and Mount Kangchenjunga (8,586m) from South Block, New Delhi. These expeditions, undertaken by the Indian Army and the National Cadet Corps (NCC), aim to set new benchmarks in high-altitude mountaineering while inspiring future generations. The Indian Army’s Mount Everest…

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BDA Approves ₹1,536 Crore Budget and Expansion of Jurisdiction in Landmark 150th Authority Meeting

Bhubaneswar: The Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) held its 150th Authority Meeting today under the chairmanship of Dr. Krushna Chandra Mahapatra, Hon’ble Minister for Housing & Urban Development and Public Enterprises, and BDA Chairman. The meeting was attended by key stakeholders, including Babu Singh, Hon’ble MLA, Ekamra, Smt. Sulochana Das, Mayor of Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation, and…

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Raksha Mantri Highlights Security Challenges and Modernisation at Army Commanders’ Conference

New Delhi: The Army Commanders’ Conference, a biannual apex-level event, commenced in New Delhi, bringing together the top leadership of the Indian Army to deliberate on critical security issues, organisational restructuring, and modernization efforts. In his address Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh, emphasized the Indian Army’s pivotal role in national security, humanitarian assistance, and internal stability….

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Union Minister C.R. Patil Launches Web-Based Reservoir Storage Monitoring System

New Delhi: In a significant step towards enhancing water resource management, Union Minister of Jal Shakti, C.R. Patil, launched the Web-Based Reservoir Storage Monitoring System (RSMS) Portal in New Delhi today. The portal, developed by the Central Water Commission (CWC), aims to streamline the monitoring of live storage capacity across the country’s major reservoirs. Currently,…

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RPF Fines 581 Individuals for Littering at Bhubaneswar Railway Station

Bhubaneswar: In a determined effort to enhance cleanliness and hygiene, the Railway Protection Force (RPF) at Bhubaneswar Railway Station has fined 581 individuals for spitting and littering during March 2025, collecting a total fine of ₹1,17,100. The enforcement drive, undertaken under the Khurda Road Division of East Coast Railway (ECoR), is part of a broader…

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