Dhenkanal: In a major boost to India’s renewable energy manufacturing ecosystem, Inox Solar, a subsidiary of Inox Clean Energy, has been allotted land by the Odisha government in Dhenkanal district for setting up a state-of-the-art 4.8 GW solar cell and 4.8 GW solar module manufacturing facility. The project, with an estimated investment of Rs 4,000…
Bhubaneswar: With unstable weather conditions brewing, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has sounded an Orange Alert for multiple districts in Odisha, warning of thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and strong winds. The alert, issued for April 12, urges residents to remain cautious as intermittent rain and thunder activity are expected to continue across the state until…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, joined by Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare and Chemicals and Fertilizers, Jagat Prakash Nadda, visited the Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering and Technology (CIPET) today and proposed the expansion of the institute’s footprint across Odisha to meet the growing demand for skilled manpower in the petrochemical sector….
Bhubaneswar: Union Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting, and Electronics & IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, reviewed the ongoing redevelopment work at the Puri Railway Station today, underscoring Indian Railways’ commitment to upgrading key infrastructure under the Amrit Station Scheme. During his evening inspection, Vaishnaw expressed satisfaction with the pace of work and directed officials to fast-track…
Bhubaneswar: In a major step towards digital governance in the irrigation sector, the Odisha government is set to implement sensor-based Internet of Things (IoT) technology to monitor Community Lift Irrigation Projects (CLIPs) across the state. The initiative aims to enhance transparency, efficiency, and real-time monitoring of irrigation infrastructure. A high-level meeting on the proposal was…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha government has announced a 2 per cent hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) of state government employees and pensioners, raising it from 53% to 55%. The decision will benefit nearly 8.5 lakh individuals across the state. As per the official release from the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO), the revised DA will be implemented with…
Bhubaneswar: In a bid to ensure education for all and reduce the number of school dropouts in urban slums, an enrollment drive titled “Nama Lekha Sachetanata Abhiyan” was conducted at Sikharchandi Nagar (Ward No. 2) and Patharabandha slum (Ward No. 17) under Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation. The drive coincided with the Prabesh Utsav and aimed to…
Bhubaneswar: To redefine urban mobility in the state, the Housing & Urban Development Department of Odisha held a high-level meeting to review the progress of Odisha Yatri, the state’s indigenous ride-booking platform. Chaired by Principal Secretary Usha Padhee, the meeting focused on enhancing accessibility, affordability, and inclusivity through this ambitious public mobility initiative. Developed with…
Bhubaneswar: In a major push to modernize railway infrastructure and boost regional connectivity, Indian Railways has launched the comprehensive redevelopment of six key railway stations in Central Odisha under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. The initiative aims to transform these stations into world-class, passenger-friendly transport hubs, while also acting as catalysts for local economic growth…
Bhubaneswar: To enhance edible oil production and drive agro-industrial development in the state, Odisha Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with three leading oil palm companies to initiate large-scale plantations across four districts. The agreement, formalized under the National…
