Bhubaneswar: Odisha is preparing to introduce Bharat Taxi, the cooperative-based ride-hailing service, in major cities of the state, Cooperation Minister Pradeep Bal Samanta informed the Odisha Assembly. In a written reply, the minister said the state government has initiated legal and administrative measures to implement the service, which was formally launched by the Union Ministry…
Bhubaneswar: With a deep depression moving towards the north Andhra Pradesh–south Odisha coast, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday directed officials to adopt a “zero casualty” approach and evacuate people from waterlogged and vulnerable areas to safer locations. Reviewing the situation at Lok Seva Bhawan, Majhi stressed coordination between state departments and district administrations….
Bhubaneswar: With a deep depression over the Bay of Bengal moving towards the north Andhra Pradesh–south Odisha coast, the Odisha government has stepped up emergency preparedness across southern and adjoining districts, deploying 33 ODRAF teams and keeping rescue and relief machinery on standby. Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari reviewed the preparedness on Wednesday…
New Delhi/Bhubaneswar: Odisha is showcasing its integrated approach to water management, climate-resilient agriculture and efficient irrigation at the 9th India International Water Week (IIWW)-2026 in New Delhi, where the state is participating as a Partner State. Being held from September 22 to 26 at Bharat Mandapam, the international event is themed ‘Climate Resilient Water Management’….
Bhubaneswar: As many as 775 senior citizens from eight districts of Odisha embarked on a pilgrimage to Varanasi and Ayodhya on Monday as the third pilgrimage train under the Baristha Nagarika Tirtha Yatra Yojana (BNTYY) for 2026–27 began its journey from Sambalpur. The train, carrying the senior citizens along with 25 escort officers, was virtually…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is working on a coordinated action plan to tackle urban heatwaves and flooding, with the state government planning immediate interventions as well as longer-term measures to strengthen storm-water management and climate resilience in cities and major towns. The Housing and Urban Development Department held a high-level meeting on Tuesday to chalk out the…
Bhubaneswar: Odia filmmaker Amartya Bhattacharyya’s Lahari received the National Film Award for Best Odia Film at the 72nd National Film Awards ceremony held in Gujarat on September 22. The award marks Bhattacharyya’s second National Award and his first recognition for an Odia feature film. The film’s win adds another national honour to Odisha’s regional cinema,…
Dhenkanal: A trail through the hills of Dhenkanal took heritage enthusiasts to Tapoban, a site associated with Mahima Swami and the early spiritual journey of Mahima Dharma, during the 41st edition of Dhenkanal Heritage Walks (DHW). The heritage walk was held at Tapoban, where Mahima Swami, regarded as the founder and principal proponent of Mahima…
Bhubaneswar: Six southern Odisha districts are set to get a new platform for rural development under a five-year partnership between the state government and SELCO Foundation, with proposed SEVA Hubs planned to connect communities with technology, finance, skills and government programmes. The initiative will cover Kalahandi, Rayagada, Gajapati, Koraput, Nabarangpur and Malkangiri in its initial…
Bhubaneswar: Hospitals and health facilities across Odisha are being readied to handle emergencies and maintain essential medical services as the state prepares for heavy rainfall in several areas. Health and Family Welfare Minister Mukesh Mahaling on Monday held a virtual review with senior officials, district health authorities and heads of medical colleges to assess the…
