Odisha

Bhubaneswar: In a major stride toward sustainable water resource management, the Government of Odisha has reported remarkable improvements in irrigation efficiency, farmer income, and agricultural productivity, according to an independent evaluation study shared at a high-level meeting chaired by Anu Garg, Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary, Water Resources Department. The meeting, held on April 25, 2025,…

Mumbai: At the 8th National Community Radio Conference held alongside the World Audio-Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025 in Mumbai, Radio Namaskar, a community radio station based in Konark, Puri district of Odisha, brought pride to the state by securing the second prize in the ‘Sustainability Model’ category at the 10th National Community Radio Awards….

Bhubaneswar: To enhance Odisha’s global tourism appeal, Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida on Friday announced a comprehensive development plan for the unique Chandipur beach in Balasore district, with the ambitious goal of securing the prestigious Blue Flag certification. Describing Chandipur as “perhaps the most beautiful beach in our state with natural landscaping,” Parida, who also…

Bhubaneswar: In a significant move aimed at decongesting Bhubaneswar Main Station and enhancing accessibility for commuters in North Bhubaneswar, Athgarh, and Cuttack regions, Indian Railways has announced a change in the terminal point for three major express trains. Effective May 12, 2025, the Konark Express (11020/11019), Visakha Express (17015/17016), and the Bhubaneswar-Visakhapatnam Inter City Express…

Bhubaneswar: The World Skill Center (WSC) in Bhubaneswar has invited applications for admission to its June 2025–26 session, with the last date to apply being May 3. Designed to offer cutting-edge industrial training, the WSC is accepting online applications for various technical and service-oriented courses that aim to prepare youth for global industry demands. According…

Bhubaneswar: Odisha government has approved 19 new investment projects worth ₹3,898.54 crore. The decision was taken during the 136th State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA) meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja, IAS. These projects are expected to generate 7,464 employment opportunities across 11 districts—Angul, Balasore, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Ganjam, Jajpur, Keonjhar, Khordha, Koraput, Sambalpur,…

Bhubaneswar: A high-level team from the World Bank met with Odisha’s Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary Anu Garg, IAS today to review the State’s progress and strategies under the ongoing Dam Rehabilitation and Improvement Project (DRIP). The meeting underscored Odisha’s exemplary efforts in dam safety and future preparedness. The World Bank team included Dr. C. Rajagopal…

Bhubaneswar: Odisha is poised to begin semiconductor production within the next couple of years, marking a major leap toward establishing itself as a global technology and electronics manufacturing hub, State Information Technology Minister Dr. Mukesh Mahaling announced on Friday. Speaking at the ‘From Temples to Tech’ summit held in Bhubaneswar, he emphasized that Odisha’s investor-friendly…