April 8, 2026

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Odisha Govt Partners with The Convergence Foundation to Boost Job Creation and Economic Growth

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Bhubaneswar: In a strategic move to enhance job creation and drive economic development, the Odisha Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The Convergence Foundation (TCF). The collaboration aims to provide policy support, implement effective employment strategies, and create sustainable livelihood opportunities across key sectors in the state. The agreement focuses on expanding…

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Advanced Skill Training Transforms Odisha’s Youth at TTI, Takatpur

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Baripada: In a major push to equip Odisha’s youth with industry-ready skills, the state government is revamping Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and Polytechnic Institutes, with a particular focus on strengthening their infrastructure. Among them, the Technical Training Institute (TTI) in Takatpur, located in the tribal-dominated Mayurbhanj district, has undergone a significant transformation with financial support…

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Deputy CM Singhdeo Reviews Balangir Irrigation Projects, Stresses Timely Completion

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Bhubaneswar: Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singhdeo conducted a comprehensive review of irrigation projects in Balangir district, with a special focus on the Upper Lanth Irrigation Project. The foundation stone for this crucial project was laid during the recent visit of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi to Balangir. Once completed, the project is expected to…

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Odisha Strengthens Urban Governance to Achieve ‘Viksit Odisha’ Vision

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Bhubaneswar: In a major push for urban transformation, the Housing & Urban Development (H&UD) Department of Odisha convened its Monthly ULBs Meeting, reaffirming its commitment to Perform, Reform, and Progress towards the vision of Viksit Odisha. Presiding over the meeting, Principal Secretary H&UD, Usha Padhee, urged all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) to accelerate reforms and…

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India-EU Urban Forum Strengthens Collaboration for Smart and Sustainable Cities

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New Delhi: Marking a significant milestone in the India-EU partnership on urban development, the 4th India-EU Urban Forum was held in New Delhi, building upon the 2017 Joint Declaration on Partnership for Smart and Sustainable Urbanization. The forum brought together senior officials, policymakers, and experts from India, the European Union (EU), and its Member States…

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Odisha Govt Pushes for Early Operationalization of Medical Colleges in Talcher and Phulbani

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Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is making concerted efforts to expedite the functionalization of Pabitra Mohan Pradhan Medical College & Hospital in Talcher, Angul, and Government Medical College & Hospital in Phulbani, Kandhamal. Once operational, these institutions will significantly enhance healthcare services in the region and provide quality medical education. In a high-level virtual meeting chaired…

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Indie Haat Inaugurated in Delhi to Showcase India’s Rich Handloom & Handicraft Heritage

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New Delhi: Union Minister of Textiles Giriraj Singh inaugurated Indie Haat at the National Crafts Museum and Hastkala Academy, celebrating India’s vibrant textile and handicraft traditions. The event, running from February 12 to 18, 2025, aims to provide artisans and weavers with a direct platform to connect with global markets while preserving traditional crafts. Speaking…

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India Post Releases Commemorative Stamps Honoring Maha Kumbh 2025

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Prayagraj: In a tribute to the rich spiritual and cultural legacy of the Maha Kumbh 2025, the Department of Posts has released a special souvenir sheet featuring three commemorative postage stamps. The stamps were officially unveiled by Union Minister for Communications and Development of the North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, at the Arail Ghat…

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India’s Deep Ocean Mission Advances with ‘Matsya 6000’ Manned Submersible Development

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New Delhi: India is making significant strides in deep-sea exploration with the development of Matsya 6000, a manned submersible capable of reaching depths of 6,000 meters. The National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT), Chennai, under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, is spearheading the project, which is expected to be realized by 2026 as part of…

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