IMD Predicts Light Rain in Odisha from February 19

Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted light rainfall in several districts of Odisha over three days, beginning February 19. According to an IMD statement, light rain is expected at one or two places in Mayurbhanj, Keonjhargarh, Bhadrak, Jajpur, Kendrapada, Deogarh, Angul, Dhenkanal, and Balasore on February 19. A yellow warning has been issued…

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Odisha Officials Trained in Natural Farming to Boost Sustainable Agriculture

Bhubaneswar: A three-day residential training program on Natural Farming was successfully conducted at the Centre of Natural Farming, Sambhav, Odisha, from 13th to 15th February 2025. The training was organized for State and District Officials of Odisha, supported by the National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF), Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of India,…

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Odisha Governor Highlights Fisheries and Animal Resources as Key to Economic Growth

Bhubaneswar: The fisheries sector, often referred to as the ‘Blue Economy,’ has immense potential for employment generation, nutritional security, and foreign exchange earnings, said Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati at the closing ceremony of the State-Level Fisheries and Animal Resources Development Fair—Matsya-Prani Samavesh Odisha 2025. The event was held at Biju Patnaik Playground in Baramunda…

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Netherlands Women’s Hockey Team Arrives in Bhubaneswar for FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25

Bhubaneswar: Reigning champions, the Netherlands Women’s Hockey Team, landed at Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on Sunday ahead of their FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25 matches in India. Currently second on the points table with nine points from four games, the Dutch side is set to face England in their opening match of…

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Indian Navy Participates in International Fleet Review 2025 in Indonesia

Bali, Indonesia: Indian Navy platforms INS Shardul and the Long Range Maritime Surveillance P8I aircraft have arrived in Bali, Indonesia, to participate in the prestigious International Fleet Review (IFR) 2025, scheduled from February 15 to February 22. The event, a significant multinational naval gathering, will be reviewed by the Hon’ble President of Indonesia and will…

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Odisha’s Economy Grows to ₹9.5 Lakh Crore in 2024-25, Outpacing National Growth Rate

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Economic Survey 2024-25, released by the Planning & Convergence Department ahead of the state’s annual budget, highlights robust economic growth. Odisha’s Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) at current prices is estimated to be ₹9.5 lakh crore in 2024-25, marking a 10% increase from ₹8.6 lakh crore in 2023-24. The real economic growth…

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Over 8,100 Child Marriages Reported in Odisha in Six Years, Assembly Informed

Bhubaneswar: Despite ongoing awareness campaigns and stringent legal measures, Odisha has recorded over 8,100 child marriages in the last six years, the Odisha Assembly was informed on Saturday. In a written response to a question raised by BJD MLA Badri Narayan Patra, Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida, who also holds the Women and Child Development…

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NABARD Projects ₹2.52 Lakh Crore Credit Potential for Odisha at State Credit Seminar

Bhubaneswar: The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) conducted its State Credit Seminar for the financial year 2025-26 in Bhubaneswar today, unveiling the State Focus Paper for Odisha. The paper projects an overall credit potential of ₹2,52,000 crore for the priority sector, emphasizing agriculture and allied industries. The seminar was inaugurated by Odisha’s…

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