Bhubaneswar/Rayagada: Bringing a fresh wave of rural development initiatives to Odisha, Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday jointly launched the fourth phase of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY-IV) in Rayagada, along with multiple schemes aimed at improving connectivity, housing and livelihoods. At a public meeting in…
Visakhapatnam: In a major step towards strengthening India’s weather monitoring and prediction capabilities, the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology has established a Coastal Atmospheric Research Testbed (C-ART) at Andhra University, creating a dedicated facility for advanced atmospheric research along the east coast. The open-field observatory under C-ART was inaugurated on May 1 by M Ravichandran,…
Leh: Marking a rare spiritual occasion on Buddha Purnima, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday inaugurated the exposition of the sacred relics of Lord Buddha in Leh, describing the event as a “historic and golden moment” for Ladakh. The ceremony, attended by Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena and other senior officials, comes after a…
Bhubaneswar: The Women’s Artistic Gymnastics (WAG) events at the Junior & Senior Artistic Gymnastics National Championships 2026–27 got off to a strong start, with an intense Junior Team Final showcasing emerging talent from across the country at the Kalinga Stadium. West Bengal delivered a dominant performance to secure the gold medal with a score of…
Bhubaneswar: In a major step to ensure time-bound delivery of public services and enhance administrative accountability, the Odisha government is set to implement an “Auto Appeal System” under the Odisha Right to Public Services Act by May 2026. The decision was announced during a review meeting of nodal officers from 32 departments, held at the…
Bhubaneswar: In a move aimed at fast-tracking urban development, the Housing & Urban Development Department of Odisha convened a high-level consultation with key financial institutions to design and fund bankable urban projects across the state. The meeting, chaired by Additional Chief Secretary Usha Padhee, brought together senior officials including Finance Department Principal Secretary Sanjeeb Kumar…
Bhubaneswar: Marking a major boost to its global tourism ambitions, Odisha Tourism bagged two prestigious awards at the Great Indian Travel Bazaar in Jaipur, including the Travel & Tourism Excellence Award 2026 for “Outstanding Contribution in Tourism Development.” The state was also recognised for having the “Best Stall in the Public Sector Category,” with its…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s industrial expansion received a significant push on Wednesday as Industries Minister Sampad Chandra Swain inaugurated a large garment manufacturing facility in Khordha, a project poised to generate employment for over 7,000 people. Developed by Epic Group, the 40-acre facility marks a key addition to the state’s growing textiles and apparel ecosystem. The unit…
Bhubaneswar: Emphasising that learning continues beyond employment, Odisha Minister for Industries, Skill Development and Technical Education Sampad Chandra Swain on Tuesday distributed appointment letters to over 400 students at a ‘Campus to Career’ programme held at the Government Polytechnic, Bhubaneswar. The placements come after students completed training in various technical trades, securing opportunities through campus…
Bhubaneswar: With Kalinganagar emerging as a key industrial hub, Usha Padhee, Additional Chief Secretary of the Housing & Urban Development Department and Chairperson of Industrial Development Corporation of Odisha Limited, on Tuesday undertook a detailed ground-level review to assess land readiness, infrastructure and urban development initiatives in the region. The visit began with inspections at…
