Jogighopa: In a landmark move to enhance inland waterways connectivity and regional trade, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, inaugurated the Inland Waterways Terminal (IWT) at Jogighopa on Tuesday, dedicating it to the nation. Marking the occasion, the Minister flagged off MV Trishul along with Barges Ajay & Dikshu, carrying 110 metric…
New Delhi: In a significant step towards expanding the market reach of tribal products, the Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India Ltd (TRIFED), under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tea Trunk, a brand known for its premium Indian tea blends. The partnership aims to integrate tribal…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards transforming the state’s urban landscape, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi introduced the ‘New City Development’ scheme during his budget presentation for the fiscal year 2025-26. With an allocation of Rs 200 crore, the initiative aims to pave the way for Bhubaneswar’s growth as a vibrant metropolitan hub. While Odisha’s…
Bhubaneswar: With the summer heat wave approaching, the Odisha government has instructed all higher education institutions to conduct classes and examinations during morning hours to protect students and faculty from extreme temperatures. The Higher Education Department has issued a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to universities and degree colleges, outlining preventive measures to mitigate heat-related risks….
Bhubaneswar: In a major initiative to facilitate free darshan of Lord Jagannath for underprivileged devotees, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi has announced the launch of the ‘Shree Jagannath Darshan Yojana.’ The scheme has been allocated a budget of Rs. 30 crore in the state’s annual budget. CM Majhi emphasized that the initiative aims to fulfill…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has allocated Rs. 800 crore for tourism development in the Annual Budget 2025-26, focusing on infrastructure enhancement, cultural heritage promotion, and eco-tourism initiatives. Key Budgetary Allocations for Tourism: Development and Management of Tourist Accommodation: Rs. 359 crore to improve hospitality infrastructure. Tourist Information and Publicity: Rs. 332 crore for promoting Odisha…
New Delhi: India is poised to revolutionize emergency medical response as it enters an elite group of nations with the introduction of electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) air ambulances. A monumental $1 billion agreement has been signed with ePlane Company, an IIT-Madras-incubated startup, to supply 788 eVTOL air ambulances across the country, marking a…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has allocated Rs. 3,962 crore for the energy sector in the Annual Budget 2025-26, focusing on power infrastructure, renewable energy, and energy security. Key Budgetary Allocations for Energy: Mukhya Mantri Shakti Bikash Yojana: Rs. 1,033 crore to enhance power distribution networks and rural electrification. Mukhya Mantri Shakti Sanrakshana Abhiyan: Rs. 127…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has allocated Rs. 16,273 crore for irrigation, flood control, and water use efficiency in the Annual Budget 2025-26. This investment aims to enhance water management, improve agricultural productivity, and ensure effective flood mitigation measures across the state. Key Budgetary Allocations for Irrigation and Water Management: In-Stream Storage Structures: Rs. 880 crore…
Bhubaneswar, February 17, 2025: The Odisha government has allocated Rs. 9,985 crore for urban development in the Annual Budget 2025-26, focusing on infrastructure enhancement, sanitation, and smart city initiatives to improve the quality of life in urban areas. Key Budgetary Allocations for Urban Development: Mukhyamantri Sahari Vikas Yojana: Rs. 1,100 crore for urban infrastructure and…
