Bhubaneswar: Football fever is set to grip Odisha as the Kalinga Super Cup 2025 kicks off at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on April 20, promising fans a fortnight of electrifying action. The grand finale is slated for May 3. With football enthusiasts across the state buzzing with excitement, Director of Sports and Youth Services,…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards enhancing agricultural practices and promoting global learning, a 28-member delegation from Odisha—comprising 14 farmers and 14 officials—has embarked on a week-long exposure visit to Malaysia. The visit, organized under the Odisha Integrated Irrigation Project for Climate Resilient Agriculture (OIIPCRA), was officially flagged off by Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan…
Bhubaneswar: With Puri’s world-renowned Rath Yatra drawing near, the Odisha government has ramped up preparations to ensure the smooth, secure, and seamless conduct of the grand annual event. A high-level review meeting was held on Thursday afternoon at Lok Seva Bhawan under the chairmanship of Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja, bringing together senior officials from various…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to enhance road infrastructure and boost regional connectivity, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Thursday launched 19 national highway projects in Odisha. The projects, collectively valued at ₹4,137 crore, were unveiled at a grand event held at Baramunda Ground in Bhubaneswar. During the ceremony, Gadkari laid…
Bhubaneswar: In a move underscoring the importance of skill development in shaping India’s future workforce, Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways Nitin Gadkari on Thursday visited the World Skill Center (WSC) in Bhubaneswar during his tour of Odisha. The Minister commended the State Government for establishing a world-class facility that is providing industry-relevant training…
Bhubaneswar: In a major administrative move aimed at curbing road accidents and managing the growing traffic chaos across the state, the Odisha government has approved the creation of 2,000 new posts under its Traffic and Road Safety Wing. The decision underscores the state’s commitment to improving road safety infrastructure and enhancing on-ground enforcement. Announcing the…
Bhubaneswar: Union Minister for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), Jitan Ram Manjhi, visited the Central Tool Room and Training Centre (CTTC) and the Pharmaceutical Cluster at Mancheswar Industrial Estate in Bhubaneswar today. The visit aimed to review progress and assess the impact of key MSME initiatives in Odisha, with a focus on technological advancement…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha government has announced plans to establish a dedicated call centre for dead body transportation, along with a special toll-free number akin to the ‘108’ ambulance service. The decision was taken during a high-level meeting chaired by the Health Secretary, where officials held initial discussions on creating a streamlined and responsive system to transport…
Bhubaneswar: In a move to foster transparency, inclusivity, and civic engagement, the Odisha government has decided to involve college-going girls in the feedback collection process of the Subhadra Yojana, a flagship women-centric assistance scheme. The initiative aims to bring grassroots perspectives into policy evaluation while promoting youth participation in governance. The decision was taken during…
Bhubaneswar: Reaffirming the state’s commitment to building a sustainable future, Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo today declared Odisha’s resolve to achieve the ambitious goal of a Green Odisha, aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a Clean and Green India. Chairing a high-level meeting at the Lok Seva Bhavan Conference Hall, Singh…
