Wildlife Census Unveils Debrigarh Sanctuary’s Ecological Success

Debrigarh: The recent Herbivore and Carnivore Census (Sign Survey) conducted in Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary by the team from Hirakud Wildlife Division, has yielded remarkable results. The sanctuary recorded over 1,099 carnivore signs, highlighting the presence of various carnivorous species. The survey revealed a significant number of Bear and Leopard signs, with Leopards estimated to have…

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Odisha Paves New Schemes to Empower Transgenders

Bhubaneswar: The Department of Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (PwD) in Odisha has taken a significant leap forward in ensuring the security and welfare of transgender individuals. The government has introduced financial assistance for hostel facilities and economic activities under the “Sweekruti” scheme. Transgender persons often face challenges when it comes to…

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Mukhyamantri Sampoorna Pushti Yojana to be launched in Odisha

Bhubaneswar: With an aim to improve the nutrition status of adolescent girls, pregnant women, lactating mothers and underweight children, the Odisha government has decided to launch Mukhyamantri Sampoorna Pushti Yojana (MSPY). Informing about the decision Chief Secretary PK Jena said that Rs 3,354.40 crore will be spent under the project which will be implemented in…

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Saora language to be included in 8th schedule of the Constitution of India

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Cabinet led by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik recommended a proposal for the inclusion of Saora language in the 8th schedule of the Constitution of India. The inclusion of Saora language will help preserve, promote and propagate Saora language and culture. Activities like publication, creation of contents and recognition will get momentum due…

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last date for online submission of CAF for plus II admission extended

Bhubaneswar: The Department of School and Mass Education has extended the last date for online submission of the Common Application Form (CAF) through Student Academic Management System (SAMS) Portal: www.samsodisha.gov.in for Admission in Plus II Courses to June 26. The decision was taken keeping in mind the requests of students, parents and school Heads concerned. Earlier,…

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New-Age Governance Mechanism in Odisha Believes in ‘Only Work- No Talk

Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s policymaking and governance delivery system has gone drastic changes in the last two decades enabling huge transformation in the state’s socio-economic and socio-cultural spheres positioning it as one of the aspirational and rapidly developing states in the country. Thanks to its robust governance mechanism and strong political willpower that has visibly repositioned ‘work’…

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Odisha CM announces Rs 1 Crore for the Champion Indian football team

Bhubaneswar: The blue tigers won the Hero Intercontinental Cup 2023 at the Kalinga Stadium on Sunday.  They registered their victory against Lebanon 2-0 with goals from skipper Sunil Chhetri and Lallianzuala Chhangte. Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik handed the coveted trophy to the champions in front of a jubilant crowd. On this grand occasion, CM also…

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Long jumper Sreeshankar Murali wins ticket to Budapest World Athletics Championship

Bhubaneswar: Kerala’s Commonwealth Games medalist in men’s long jump Sreeshankar Murali stole the show on Sunday’s penultimate day of the 62nd National Inter State Senior Athletics Championship. In his opening preliminary round jump Kerala’s 24 years international athlete recorded 8.41m jump to better Budapest World Athletics Championship and Hangzhou Asian Games qualification marks. He also…

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