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First Meeting of High Empowered Committee of Rural Infrastructure Development Fund Held in…
Bhubaneswar: The first meeting of the High Empowered Committee of the Rural Infrastructure Development Fund (RIDF) for the financial year 2024-25 took place today at the Lok Seva Bhavan. The meeting, chaired by Development Commissioner and…
Odisha Govt to Demolish 191 Illegal Buildings in Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar: To curb unauthorized construction in Bhubaneswar, Housing and Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mohapatra announced today that 191 illegally built apartments and buildings in the capital city are slated for demolition.…
Odisha Gears Up for International Shree-Anna Conference to Highlight Traditional Crops
Bhubaneswar: The stage is set for the upcoming International Shree-Anna Conference as a preparatory meeting, chaired by Deputy Chief Minister and Agriculture Minister KV Singh Deo, took place today. The conference, focused on promoting…
Odisha Govt Signs MoUs to Boost Skill Development and Computer Education for Students with…
Bhubaneswar: The Department of Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (SSEPD) has signed two key Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at fostering inclusive growth for students with disabilities in Odisha. The MoU…
Odisha Govt to Launch Massive Employment Drive in September to Fill 35,000 Vacancies
Bhubaneswar: The Mohan Majhi-led government in Odisha has announced a major employment drive, “Nikujkti Mela,” to fill vacant positions in various departments starting in September. According to sources, at least 35,000 vacant…
Five UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India, Including Konark Temple, Could Disappear by 2050 Due to…
Bhubaneswar: In a worrying revelation, five UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India are among the dozens globally at risk of disappearing by 2050 due to the impacts of climate change, according to recent media reports. The sites…
Odisha Govt Unveils Guidelines for Subhadra Yojana; PM Modi to Launch First Installment on September…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government has officially released guidelines for the highly anticipated Subhadra Yojana, a welfare scheme aimed at empowering women. The first installment of the financial assistance under the scheme will be…
Adani Green Energy Explores Pumped Storage Power Project in Odisha’s Nayagarh
Bhubaneswar: Adani Green Energy Group has shown keen interest in setting up a Pumped Storage Project (PSP) in Birigarh, Nayagarh, Odisha, to boost the state's renewable energy production. The proposal was brought up during a meeting with…
Odisha to Focus on Solar-Powered, Climate-Friendly Cold Storages for Farmers
Bhubaneswar: Odisha's Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Agriculture & Farmers' Empowerment, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, emphasized the need for establishing climate-friendly and solar-powered cold storage facilities across the state.…
Odisha Health Department Issues Advisory Following Bird Flu Outbreak
Bhubaneswar: Following the detection of bird flu in parts of Odisha, Public Health Director Dr. Bijay Mohapatra has advised residents to refrain from consuming chicken for the next few days. The health department has urged all districts to…