CM Patnaik Unveils Housing Complexes for Slum Dwellers in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to address urban housing challenges, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated three housing complexes in Bhubaneswar, aimed at uplifting slum dwellers. These complexes, Keshari Residency in Satya Nagar, Buddha Vihar in Chandrasekharpur, and Barunei Enclave in Subudhipur, stand as pillars of progress under the Saharanchal Awas Yojana urban housing scheme. Keshari…

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Healthcare Drone Delivery Service Takes Flight in Rayagada

Rayagada: In a pioneering move to address healthcare accessibility challenges in remote tribal areas of Odisha, a special drone delivery service for medicines and vaccines was inaugurated in Rayagada district on Friday. The program will employ Redwing’s electric hybrid drones to transport medicines and medical equipment to tribal-dominated regions in Rayagada, where traditional healthcare services…

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Revamped Ropeway Service Relaunched at Nandankanan Zoological Park

Bhubaneswar: After a hiatus, the ropeway facility at Nandankanan Zoological Park (NZP), located on the outskirts of the Odisha capital, was officially reintroduced today, enhancing the visitor experience. Forest and Environment Minister Pradip Kumar Amat inaugurated the ropeway in the presence of MLAs Suresh Kumar Routray, Susant Kumar Rout, and senior officials of the zoo….

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BMC to establish Biomethane Gas Plants to Tackle Garbage Crisis

Bhubaneswar: In response to the escalating garbage crisis, the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) is set to implement biomethane gas plants on the outskirts of the state capital for effective waste management. Following approval from the Empowerment Committee of Infrastructure in January this year, the BMC has outlined plans to establish these plants at four locations,…

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Controversial tribal land sale amendment put on hold

Bhubaneswar: In response to widespread discontent and reservations from various quarters, Roopa Roshan Sahoo, the Commissioner-cum-Secretary of the ST & SC Development and Minorities, Backward Classes Welfare Department in Odisha, has issued a directive to suspend the recently approved amendment allowing the sale of tribal land to non-tribals. The controversial cabinet decision on November 14,…

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Odisha facilitates Grand Masters from across the country

Bhubaneswar: Odisha took another stride towards becoming a chess hub as it hosted a grand felicitation ceremony for renowned Grand Masters in India at the Kalinga Stadium. Sports Secretary Vineel Krishna in an event honored chess stalwarts including R Praggnanandhaa, Koneru Humpy, K Sasikiran, S S Ganguly, Abhijit Kunte, and other luminaries, acknowledging their remarkable…

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Australia Secures Thrilling Victory, Sets Up World Cup Final Showdown with India on Sunday

Kolkata: In a nail-biting semi-final clash at the iconic Eden Gardens, Australia emerged victorious against South Africa, setting the stage for an electrifying 2023 Men’s ODI World Cup final against India. Travis Head played a crucial role, top-scoring with 62 runs, supported by key contributions from Steven Smith (30), Josh Inglis (28), Mitchell Starc (16…

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BMC Deploys Gambusia fish to Combat Malaria and Dengue

Bhubaneswar: With reports of dengue cases emerging in various areas of the city, in a proactive measure to curb the proliferation of malaria and dengue, the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) has released Western Gambusia fish into four significant drains across the capital city. The decision to introduce Gambusia fish into water bodies was carried out…

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Odisha Govt distributes Musical Instruments and costumes to tribal cultural troupes

Bhubaneswar: To preserve and promote tribal culture, the Special Development Council (SDC), operating under the ST & SC Development, Minorities & Backward Classes Welfare Department distributed musical instruments and dance costumes to tribal cultural troupes across 9 SDC districts. This was done in a state-level event at the Convention Centre, Lok Seva Bhavan to mark…

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