Bhubaneswar: Germany secured their first victory of the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25 season with a commanding 4-0 win over India at the Kalinga Stadium on Friday. A stunning brace from Sophia Schwabe (18’, 46’), along with goals from Amelie Wortmann (3’) and Johanna Hachenberg (60’), propelled Germany to seventh place in the standings. Germany,…
Bhubaneswar: In a strategic move to enhance Odisha’s renewable energy landscape, Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Agriculture, Farmers’ Empowerment, and Energy, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, convened a key meeting with senior officials from the Energy Department on Friday. The session focused on advancing renewable energy solutions and developing the necessary infrastructure to support the…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Chief Minister’s Grievance Cell will remain closed on February 24, 2025, due to the ongoing Budget session of the Odisha Assembly. As per an official press release, the General Administration and Public Grievance Department notified that the CM’s Grievance Cell, located at Unit V, Bhubaneswar, will not be operational on this date.
Bhubaneswar: In a remarkable display of nature’s resilience, nearly 5 lakh endangered Olive Ridley sea turtles have arrived at the Rushikulya river mouth for their annual mass nesting. This year has witnessed an unprecedented surge, with around 6,50,000 turtles making their way to the Rushikulya shore, setting an all-time record for the species’ nesting activity. According…
Bhubaneswar: The Ministry of Railways has approved a series of crucial railway infrastructure projects for Odisha, marking a significant step in the state’s economic development. The approved initiatives include the final location survey for the 250-kilometer-long new railway line connecting Gopalpur to Rayagada and the doubling of the Nuapada-Gunupur-Theruvali railway line. These projects are expected to…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step to diversify its liquor industry and boost local agriculture, the Odisha government has unveiled plans to promote the brewing of liquor from millets. This announcement was made during a review meeting of the Excise Department, chaired by Excise Minister Prithiviraj Harichandan. The state government is actively engaging with specialized firms with…
Bhubaneswar: To ensure smooth and hassle-free travel for the millions of devotees attending the Mahakumbh 2025 in Prayagraj, East Coast Railway (ECoR) has announced the operation of 60 special trains, covering 25 cities across Odisha. These special services come as part of the Indian Railways’ comprehensive strategy to handle the massive influx of pilgrims, with…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards enhancing South Odisha’s transportation network and fostering economic growth, the Ministry of Railways has sanctioned key railway infrastructure projects. These initiatives are designed to reduce logistical costs, improve connectivity, and stimulate regional development. The approval of these initiatives marks a significant step in enhancing connectivity between previously remote areas…
Bhubaneswar: To support the state’s agriculture sector and mitigate the impact of frequent natural disasters, a presentation was made by representatives from Map My Crop to Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo today at the Lok Seva Bhavan. The presentation, which focused on leveraging digital technology to support farmers, also saw the participation of…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to witness a grand celebration of women’s entrepreneurship with the inaugural edition of Subhadra Shakti Mela, scheduled to take place at Janata Maidan, Bhubaneswar, from 22nd February to 2nd March 2025. The announcement was made by Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida at a press conference held at Mission Shakti Bhawan. The…
