Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has issued a detailed clarification on maternity leave rules for female government employees, aiming to remove confusion over eligibility and duration. The revised guidelines, approved by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, ensure a clear and comprehensive framework to support working mothers across the state’s government departments. According to a release from…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha State Election Commission has announced the schedule for by-elections to fill several vacant posts across rural local bodies, setting the stage for polls to be held on June 23. The vacancies include key grassroots positions such as Sarpanchs and Ward Members, which have fallen vacant due to resignations, deaths, disqualifications, or de-reservation…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has finalized the draft proposal of the Odisha Adventure Tourism Guidelines-2025, marking a significant step toward positioning the state as a vibrant destination for adventure tourism. The decision was taken during a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi in Bhubaneswar. Speaking after the meeting, Chief Minister Majhi emphasized…
Dhenkanal: The 25th edition of the Dhenkanal Heritage Walks (DHW) turned into a vibrant celebration of history, architecture, and local legend on Sunday as nearly 50 heritage enthusiasts from across Odisha explored the cultural richness of Manipur village and its revered Radhakanta Jew Temple. The heritage trail began with a visit to the iconic Lord…
Kendrapara: A decade-long wait for a disability certificate came to an end for Sushree Sangita Sahu, a differently-abled girl from Ter village in Mahakalapada block, after Odisha Health and Family Welfare Minister Mukesh Mahaling intervened and ensured that the document was issued within just seven hours. Sushree Sangita’s struggle had gone unnoticed for years—despite being…
Bhubaneswar: In response to the frequent occurrences of Kalbaisakhi (Nor’wester) storms and related thunderstorms across the state, the Directorate of Fire and Emergency Services, Odisha, has issued a public advisory to enhance awareness and preparedness among citizens. The move comes as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds (30–60 kmph)…
Bhubaneswar: A high-level stakeholder meeting on the promotion of women-led enterprises through CSR initiatives was convened today at Mission Shakti Bhawan in Bhubaneswar, bringing together senior officials from the corporate sector, banking institutions, and government departments. The session aimed to foster strategic partnerships to advance women’s entrepreneurship across Odisha, aligning with the state’s larger vision…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi sanctioned financial assistance of Rs 13.5 lakh to 14 individuals battling chronic illnesses during the 11th public grievance hearing session held at Unit-II in Bhubaneswar on Monday. The beneficiaries, who were unable to access the state’s single-window grievance redressal system, received immediate support from the Chief Minister’s Relief…
Bhubaneswar: To rejuvenate and promote Odia cinema, a comprehensive meeting was held today at the Sanskruti Bhavan conference hall under the leadership of the Odia Language, Literature and Culture Department. The session focused on strategic planning for the growth, recognition, and modernization of Odisha’s film industry. The meeting was chaired by renowned Odia actor and…
Bhubaneswar: Union Minister of Education Dharmendra Pradhan chaired a high-level review meeting in Bhubaneswar today to assess the implementation of flagship school education programs in Odisha, with a strong emphasis on the progress made under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The meeting brought together senior officials from both the Centre and the State, including…
