Bhubaneswar: In a major decision aimed at expanding employment opportunities, the Odisha Cabinet on Wednesday approved a proposal to raise the upper age limit for entry into government service from 32 years to 42 years. Announcing the decision after the Cabinet meeting, Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja said the move was taken to provide a fair…
Bhubaneswar: In a major development in one of Odisha’s most chilling criminal cases, the Additional District Judge Court in Patnagarh has sentenced Punjilal Meher to life imprisonment for orchestrating the deadly 2018 parcel bomb blast that killed two people and left a young bride gravely injured. The court has also imposed a fine of ₹50,000…
Manila/Bhubaneswar: The Asian Development Bank’s Water and Urban Development Forum (AWUF) 2025, held today at ADB Headquarters in Manila, brought international attention to the growing demand for affordable and inclusive housing in urban areas. The forum served as a vital platform for global experts, policymakers, and institutions to deliberate on sustainable strategies that address the critical…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards shaping the future of urban governance and planning, the Housing & Urban Development (H&UD) Department of Odisha launched ANKUR — Atal Network for Knowledge, Urbanization & Reform today. The ambitious initiative is aimed at fostering inclusive, sustainable, and innovation-led urban growth across the state. The launch event, held at the…
Bhubaneswar: With the state’s irrigation and water infrastructure projects entering a crucial phase, the Water Resources Department has been directed to ramp up execution and streamline internal operations. Chairing a comprehensive review meeting on Tuesday, Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary (ACS) Anu Garg assessed the status of various schemes and issued clear instructions for fast-tracking pending…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja has directed all departments to conduct monthly evaluations of their work and financial progress, aiming to reinforce accountability and ensure that spending aligns with the 2025–26 budget. The instruction came during a comprehensive review meeting with senior officials at Kharavela Bhavan on Tuesday. The meeting reviewed the state’s financial performance…
Bhubaneswar: To strengthen digital security framework, the Odisha government has approved the establishment of 20 new cyber crime and economic offence police stations across the state. The announcement was made by Director General of Police (DGP) Yogesh Bahadur Khurania during the inauguration of a state-level workshop on “Cyber Crime Investigation and Cyber Intelligence” held at…
Bhubaneswar: To transform Indian agriculture through innovation and grassroots engagement, the Central Government is set to launch the ‘Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan’ from the historic city of Puri in Odisha. The nationwide campaign will run from May 29 to June 12, with a focus on promoting agricultural initiatives and empowering farmers across the country. Hon’ble…
Puri: To safeguard the sanctity and identity of the Shree Jagannath Temple, the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) has initiated steps to trademark sacred terms and logos associated with the 12th-century shrine in Puri. The decision comes amid a rising controversy surrounding the naming of a new structure in Digha, West Bengal as ‘Jagannath Dham’….
Bhubaneswar: In a significant push towards modern urban mobility, the Odisha government has announced plans for a fully underground metro rail system in Bhubaneswar aimed at enhancing city connectivity and easing traffic congestion in the rapidly expanding state capital. Works Minister Prithviraj Harichandan shared details of the project with reporters on Sunday, describing it as…
