Bhubaneswar: Minister for Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Krushna Chandra Patra conducted a high-level review meeting at Lok Seva Bhawan, assessing the progress of paddy procurement, e-KYC implementation, and the introduction of Jan-Poshan Kendras in the state. The meeting was attended by Principal Secretary Sanjay Kumar Singh, Managing Director of Odisha State Civil Supplies Corporation Shri…
Bhubaneswar: The city is all set to host one of the most anticipated football tournaments in the country, the Super Cup 2025, which will commence on April 21. The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has confirmed that Bhubaneswar will be the venue for this high-stakes competition, which promises thrilling action from some of the top…
Bhubaneswar: Suvash Satapathy, a distinguished Odia translator and journalist, has been awarded the prestigious Sahitya Akademi Prize for Translation for the year 2024. The award recognizes his outstanding contribution to the literary world through his Odia translation of Ruskin Bond’s autobiography, Lone Fox Dancing, which he has titled Kokishialira Ekaka Nrutya. The announcement was made…
Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather forecast indicating a significant rise in daytime temperatures across Odisha over the next four to five days. The maximum temperature in most districts of the state is expected to increase by 3 to 4 degrees Celsius during this period, according to the IMD’s weather bulletin….
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is set to kick off the postgraduate (PG) admission process for the 2025-26 academic year, with the Common Application Form (CAF) submission starting on March 10, 2025. In an official press release, the Higher Education Department confirmed that students wishing to pursue PG programs must appear for the Common PG Entrance…
Bhubaneswar: In a major boost to railway connectivity, East Coast Railway (ECoR) has announced that three important long-distance trains—Bhubaneswar-Mumbai Konark Express, Bhubaneswar-Secunderabad Visakha Express, and Bhubaneswar-Visakhapatnam Intercity Express—will soon originate from Bhubaneswar New Station. The move aims to facilitate passengers from North Bhubaneswar and surrounding areas, with a focus on students, medical travelers, and daily…
Bhubaneswar: To mark International Women’s Day, Startup Odisha organized a special event, “Udyami Nari,” at O-Hub, bringing together women entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and aspiring businesswomen to celebrate innovation and resilience. The event aimed to provide a platform for women-led startups, offering insights on investment, leadership, and business growth. Chief guest Dr. Sucheta Priyabadini, Ma Rama…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Vigilance has arrested Pradeep Kumar Mohanty, Joint Commissioner, State Transport Authority, Cuttack, for possession of disproportionate assets. He was taken into custody following an extensive investigation and will be presented before the court today. A case has been registered against Mohanty under Bhubaneswar Vigilance PS Case No. 2/2025, based on searches conducted across…
Bhubaneswar: The Chief Minister’s Grievance Cell in Bhubaneswar will remain closed on March 10, as per an official notification from the General Administration and Public Grievance Department. The closure is due to the ongoing third session of the 17th Odisha Legislative Assembly. The CM’s Grievance Cell, located at Unit V in Bhubaneswar, will not be…
Bhubaneswar: To protect wildlife and combat poaching, a 2 km zone (1 km inside and 1 km outside) of the Debrigarh Sanctuary in Odisha has been officially declared a “Shock-Free Zone” and a “Zero Electrocution Zone”. This declaration comes after a collaborative effort between 68 surrounding villages and Debrigarh authorities, marking a significant step towards…
