Bhubaneswar: To improve governance efficiency and delivery, the Odisha government on Sunday held a high-level meeting chaired by Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary Anu Garg to review and streamline the Annual Action Plan for FY 2025-26. The meeting, attended by senior officers of the Planning and Convergence Department, focused on finalising timelines and strategies for preparing…
Bhubaneswar: In a major pro-farmer initiative, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday disbursed ₹1,025 crore as advance financial assistance under the CM-KISAN scheme, benefiting over 51 lakh farmers across the state. The announcement was made during the state-level Farmers’ Day celebrations at the OUAT Agricultural Farm in Baramunda, coinciding with the auspicious occasion…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday reviewed the ‘Jadu Pedi’ (Magic Box) learning kits, aimed at fostering joyful and experiential learning for students in Shishu Vatika, Class 1, and Class 2. Developed by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) under the framework of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the…
Bhubaneswar: Amid a sharp rise in forest fires due to soaring temperatures, Reliance Foundation has launched a collaborative initiative with the Odisha Forest, Environment and Climate Change Department, local communities, and NGOs to bolster forest fire prevention and mitigation efforts across the state. According to the Forest Survey of India (2021), Odisha’s forest cover spans…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has approved a ₹10 increase in the minimum daily wage for workers across different skill categories. The revised wages will come into effect retrospectively from April 1, 2025. Describing the Chief Minister as a “people’s leader,” officials said the decision underscores his continued commitment to safeguarding the interests…
Bhubaneswar: With the onset of cyclone season approaching, the Odisha government has ramped up its preparedness efforts. A high-level review meeting was held in Bhubaneswar today under the chairmanship of Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja to assess the readiness of various departments for potential cyclones and floods. During the meeting, Ahuja stressed the importance of inter-departmental…
Bhubaneswar: To promote inclusive, climate-resilient agriculture, the Government of Odisha and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation today signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on key areas including AI-enabled agriculture, precision farming, climate-smart innovations, and enhanced productivity in dairy and fisheries sectors. The multi-year partnership, anchored by the Department of Agriculture and…
Bhubaneswar: In a determined push toward eliminating Measles and Rubella (MR) and strengthening Odisha’s public health framework, Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr. Mukesh Mahaling today unveiled a comprehensive suite of Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) materials. The launch, held at the Directorate of Public Health, marked a key initiative during World Immunization Week 2025,…
Bhubaneswar: As Odisha braces for an intense summer, the Health and Family Welfare Department has ramped up its heatwave preparedness strategy to safeguard public health. Acting on the directions of Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr. Mukesh Mahaling, a high-level review meeting was conducted under the chairmanship of Dr. Nilakantha Mishra, Director of Public Health,…
Koraput: Marking a major milestone for Odisha’s coffee industry, Koraput Coffee has earned national acclaim by winning two Fine Cup awards and securing the fourth position in the prestigious Flavour of India – The Final Cup Award 2024. The announcement was made during the India International Coffee Festival 2025, held in Bangalore on April 26–27….
