Bhubaneswar: In a major step towards improving maternal health and encouraging the birth of girl children, the Odisha government has launched an integrated scheme, merging the existing Mamata scheme with the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY). Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated the initiative on Tuesday, reinforcing the state’s commitment to maternal and child…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s construction workers, known for their exceptional craftsmanship, were recognized for their contributions at the Khordha District Nirman Shramik Kalyan Samaroh, held at Jayadev Bhawan. Addressing the gathering as the chief guest, Bhubaneswar Ekamra MLA Babu Singh lauded their skills, calling them the “Viswakarmas of the modern era.” Singh emphasized that the government is…
Bhubaneswar: In a determined effort to enhance road safety and reduce traffic-related fatalities, a high-level review meeting was held today under the chairmanship of Usha Padhee, Principal Secretary, Commerce and Transport Department. The meeting focused on assessing the progress of existing road safety initiatives and formulating new strategies to improve the state’s transportation network. During…
Bhubaneswar: In a major step toward strengthening public health systems, Odisha’s Health and Family Welfare Minister unveiled the State Action Plan on One Health and released the Annual Report of IDSP-IHIP-2024 at a special event held at the Health & Family Welfare Department’s conference hall in Lok Seva Bhawan. A key highlight of the event…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Cure International India Trust to implement a statewide Clubfoot Management Programme. The initiative aims to provide free treatment for children born with the congenital condition, ensuring early intervention and accessible care across the state. Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr. Mukesh Mahaling, who…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s investment momentum continues post the Utkarsh Odisha Conclave, with HIF Global India, a multinational company from Chile, expressing its interest in investing $1 billion in the state’s renewable energy sector. The company presented its proposal on e-fuel production before Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Agriculture, Farmers’ Empowerment, and Energy, Kanak Vardhan Singh…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Discoms, a joint venture of Tata Power and the Government of Odisha, honored the winners of the second edition of the ‘Oh My Beautiful Odisha 2.0’ photography contest at a grand ceremony in Bhubaneswar. The contest, which centered around the theme ‘Cultural Heritage of Odisha,’ received an overwhelming 5,000 entries from photography enthusiasts…
Mahajan, Rajasthan: The 3rd edition of Joint Special Forces Exercise CYCLONE between India and Egypt commenced at the Mahajan Field Firing Ranges in Rajasthan yesterday. The military exercise, scheduled to run from February 10 to 23, 2025, aims to strengthen cooperation, enhance interoperability, and facilitate the exchange of special operations tactics between the two nations….
New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a Parliamentary Consultative Committee meeting on Cyber Security and Cyber Crime in New Delhi, highlighting the growing digital infrastructure in India and the increasing need for robust cyber protections. The meeting, attended by Union Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai, members of the committee, Union Home…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the third edition of India Energy Week (IEW) 2025 via video message, underscoring India’s commitment to shaping the global energy landscape. Addressing the gathering at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, the Prime Minister highlighted India’s five key pillars of energy growth—harnessing resources, fostering innovation, ensuring economic strength and political stability,…
