Bhubaneswar: Odisha has emerged as a leading state in urban transformation, registering strong progress under the AMRUT 2.0 with significant advancements in water supply and infrastructure development across cities. Launched in October 2021 and extended till March 2027, the mission focuses on universal water access, rejuvenation of water bodies, and improved urban services. In Odisha,…
Bhubaneswar: The seventh day of the ongoing Odia Pakhya was celebrated as “Shishu Katha Divas” across Odisha, with a focus on nurturing reading habits among young students and promoting the Odia language. Organised by the Odia Language Literature and Culture Department, the day witnessed distribution of educational books among primary school students across multiple districts….
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government on Monday clarified that there is no shortage of LPG, petrol, or diesel in the state, while announcing measures to ensure easy access to 5kg LPG cylinders for migrant workers and students. Addressing a press briefing at the Annapurna Conference Hall in Lok Seva Bhawan, Sanjay Kumar Singh, Principal Secretary of…
Bhubaneswar: In a bid to modernise transport operations and enhance commuter safety, the State Transport Authority Odisha has enforced a ban on commercial vehicles from other states that are over 10 years old. The order, issued by the Transport Commissioner-cum-Chairman of the authority, directs all Regional Transport Officers (RTOs) to implement the decision strictly across…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to strengthen academic leadership across the state, Odisha Governor and Chancellor Hari Babu Kambhampati has appointed Vice Chancellors for 14 universities. The appointments, made under the provisions of the Odisha Universities Act 1989, were announced through an official notification from Lok Bhavan. As per the list, Prof. Santosh Kumar Tripathy…
Bhubaneswar: Strengthening its focus on practical and future-ready education, the Odisha government has partnered with key institutions to roll out financial literacy education for students of Classes VI to X in PM SHRI Schools across the state. The initiative was formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding between the National Centre for Financial Education and the…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has emerged as a hub for school-level sports as it hosts the 69th National School Games Federation of India (SGFI) Rugby Championship 2025–26 at Kalinga Stadium, drawing young talent from across the country. The national-level championship, featuring both boys and girls in the Under-17 and Under-14 categories, is being held from April 6…
Bhubaneswar: Seeking to enhance accessibility and efficiency in revenue services, the Odisha government has initiated steps to upgrade its WhatsApp-based ‘Ama Sathi’ chatbot, making it more responsive and citizen-centric. The decision was taken during a high-level review meeting chaired by Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari at Lok Seva Bhawan, where officials discussed measures…
Bhubaneswar: In a major reform aimed at easing the tax burden on individuals and businesses, the Odisha Cabinet has approved the promulgation of an Ordinance to abolish Professional Tax in the state. The amendment to the Odisha State Tax on Professions Trades Callings and Employments Act 2000 will be brought through an Ordinance as the…
Bhubaneswar: In a major step to strengthen digital service delivery at the grassroots level, the Odisha State Cabinet has approved the procurement of 79,033 smartphones under the POSHAN Abhiyaan at a total cost of ₹93.13 crore. The smartphones, identified as Samsung A06 (Model: SM-A065F/DS), will be procured through the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) portal from NF…
