Cuttack: In a move to provide relief from the scorching summer heat, the Odisha State Bar Council has decided to relax the mandatory black coat dress code for advocates appearing in subordinate courts across the state. However, lawyers arguing cases in the Supreme Court and High Courts will still be required to wear their black…
Bhubaneswar: The Higher Education Department of Odisha has launched a dedicated International Student Facilitation Cell to provide assistance and support to international students enrolled in public, private, and deemed universities across the state. This initiative aims to create a welcoming, inclusive, and student-friendly environment for global learners pursuing or considering higher education in Odisha. The…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government’s Subhadra Yojana, a flagship initiative aimed at women’s financial empowerment, has achieved a major milestone, benefiting over 1.64 crore women across the state. With the latest fifth-phase disbursement of the first installment, the total financial aid provided under the scheme has exceeded ₹5,032 crore, reinforcing the government’s commitment to uplifting women…
Bhubaneswar: The 178th State Level Bankers’ Committee (SLBC) meeting was held under the co-chairmanship of Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary (ACS) to the Government of Odisha, Anu Garg, and Executive Director of UCO Bank, V.N. Kamble. The meeting focused on accelerating credit flow, achieving 100% of the Annual Credit Plan (ACP), and supporting key sectors like…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja chaired a high-level video conference with Collectors, District Magistrates, and Superintendents of Police to discuss key governance issues, with a significant focus on curbing illegal mining of minor minerals across the state. Emphasizing the need for a rigorous enforcement drive, the Chief Secretary directed district authorities to conduct extensive raids…
Bhubaneswar: Minister for Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Krushna Chandra Patra held discussions with Elisabeth Faure, Representative and Country Director of the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), on enhancing food security and nutrition initiatives in Odisha. During the meeting, Minister Patra outlined the state government’s proactive measures to ensure food availability and improve nutrition…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has disbursed ₹5,000 each to over 2.30 lakh women beneficiaries in the final phase of the first installment under the Subhadra Yojana, marking a significant milestone in the state’s flagship welfare initiative. This latest disbursement amounts to over ₹115 crore, reinforcing the government’s commitment to women’s financial empowerment. Announcing the completion…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant development, Ranjana Chopra and Santosh Kumar Sarangi, two senior IAS officers of the Odisha cadre, have been empanelled for holding posts at the secretary level in the Central Government. As per an official notification, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the empanelment of 37 IAS officers, including Chopra…
Jammu: In a major push towards sustainable and technology-driven agriculture, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh flagged off the CSIR-developed e-Tractor Roadshow from Jammu today. The roadshow, which will travel across the country before concluding in Kanyakumari, aims to raise awareness about eco-friendly and cost-effective solutions in farming. The e-tractor, initially launched in Delhi, is an…
Odisha: To enhance early childhood development and support rural families struggling with childcare, Gram Vikas, with backing from the Azim Premji Foundation, launched the Shishu Ghar initiative in February 2024. The community-owned creche program now operates in 61 villages across Odisha’s Kandhamal, Gajapati, and Kalahandi districts, providing essential care, nutrition, and early learning to 421…
