Bhubaneswar: Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singhdeo chaired two crucial review meetings today at Lok Seva Bhavan, focusing on agriculture infrastructure projects and farmers’ welfare schemes. The meetings were attended by Principal Secretary Dr. Arabinda Kumar Padhee, senior officials, and district-level agriculture officers. The first meeting assessed the progress of ongoing construction projects under the…
Bhubaneswar: To accommodate the increased demand for train travel during Holi, East Coast Railway (ECoR) has announced special train services connecting major destinations such as Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Bengaluru. Additionally, the services of several existing special trains have been extended to ease passenger congestion during the festive period. With Holi celebrations leading to high ticket…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is making rapid strides in renewable energy development by leveraging its natural resources for Pumped Storage Projects (PSPs). The state has identified 45 potential sites for PSPs, with 10 projects planned for implementation through Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs). In addition to these government-backed initiatives, private companies have also shown interest in setting up…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida has described the Shakti app, launched by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, as a landmark initiative in enhancing women’s safety. Speaking at the second foundation day of Odisha Women in Media (OWM) in Bhubaneswar, Parida said the app would streamline the legal process for survivors of sexual violence,…
Anandapur: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Sunday inaugurated projects worth ₹42 crore and laid the foundation for additional works totaling ₹118 crore in the Anandapur sub-division of Keonjhar district. The announcements came during the 61st annual festival of Anandapur College, where the Chief Minister also unveiled a ₹7 crore package for the college’s development….
Bhubaneswar: Acting on the directions of the Director General of Police (DGP), Odisha, a statewide special drive against the illegal extraction and transportation of minor minerals, including sand, moram, and laterite soil, has been launched across all districts. As part of the enforcement efforts on March 8, 2025, Odisha Police detected 81 cases of illegal…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi launched the Odisha State Strategic Action Plan (2024-2029) on International Women’s Day, reinforcing the government’s commitment to eliminating child marriage and ensuring the safety and empowerment of young girls. Speaking at the state-level Women’s Day celebration at Lok Seva Bhavan, he emphasized that eradicating child marriage is a crucial…
Bhubaneswar: The Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT) has earned the ‘National Public Bus Transport Excellence Award’ in the New Initiatives category for its exceptional digital practices. The award was presented during a ceremony at the Jacaranda Hall, India Habitat Centre in New Delhi on Saturday. Sahadev Samadhia, General Manager (P&A) at CRUT, received the prestigious…
Bhubaneswar: On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Rama Devi Women’s University (RDWU), Bhubaneswar, hosted a Youth Conclave, bringing together over 1,000 delegates, including 800+ students, to advocate for women’s empowerment, entrepreneurship, and mental well-being. Organized by the National HRD Network (NHRDN), OdishaLIVE, and Swasthya Plus Network, in association with RD Women’s University, the conclave…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has emerged as a national frontrunner in implementing the Lakhpati Didi Scheme, securing the second position across the country. The state has already empowered 5 lakh women under the initiative, with Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi setting a bold target to reach 25 lakh women by 2027. The announcement was made at a…
