Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is set to introduce ‘Poshan Kendras’ across the state, modeled after a similar initiative in Gujarat, to provide essential commodities at subsidised rates to economically weaker sections and middle-class families. Announcing the plan on Sunday, Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Minister Krushna Chandra Patra stated that these centres will offer staples…
Bhubaneswar: With Odisha reeling under an intense heatwave, the state government is actively considering shifting school timings to morning hours to safeguard students from extreme temperatures. School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond stated that the government is closely monitoring the situation and is likely to implement morning classes soon. A formal discussion will be…
Bhubaneswar: Ramakanta Rath, one of the most celebrated modernist poets in Odia literature and a recipient of the Padma Bhushan, passed away on Sunday at the age of 90. He breathed his last at his residence in Kharavela Nagar, Bhubaneswar, leaving behind an enduring literary legacy. Born on December 13, 1934, in Cuttack, Rath pursued…
Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light to moderate rainfall in parts of Odisha on March 19 and 21, offering a brief respite from the intense heatwave conditions gripping the state. According to IMD’s Evening Weather Bulletin, scattered rain or thundershowers are expected in Keonjhar, Mayurbhanj, Balasore, Bhadrak, and Sundargarh on March 19,…
Bhubaneswar: The scorching summer heat continues to grip Odisha, with Sambalpur recording the highest temperature of the season at 42.2°C. As the mercury rises, several districts are experiencing intense heat wave conditions, with at least four cities surpassing the 40°C mark. Weather scientist Umashankar Dash, in a social media update on X (formerly Twitter), confirmed…
Bhubaneswar: The Vrindavan Mahotsav witnessed a spectacular evening of classical dance and music as renowned actress and Bharatanatyam exponent Hema Malini captivated the audience with a mesmerizing performance at Rabindra Mandap. Organized by the Odia Language, Literature, and Culture Department in collaboration with Brindavan Gurukul, the festival celebrated the rich cultural heritage of Odisha. Hema…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has set up a high-level committee to accelerate the planning and execution of the Bhubaneswar Metro Rail Project, Housing & Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra announced on Friday. The committee has been tasked with conducting detailed studies and feasibility assessments to ensure smooth implementation of the ambitious infrastructure project. According…
Bhubaneswar: In a major step to address the growing traffic congestion in the capital city, Works Minister Prithviraj Harichandan announced that an elevated corridor will be constructed on the Jayadev Vihar-Nandankanan Road. The project, estimated to cost ₹2,700 crore, aims to improve connectivity and streamline traffic movement in one of Bhubaneswar’s busiest corridors. The planned…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to experience severe heat wave conditions in the coming days, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting extreme temperatures across multiple districts from March 14 to 18. A yellow warning has been issued, urging residents to stay cautious and take necessary precautions against the rising heat. According to the IMD forecast,…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has recorded 1,859 snakebite deaths in the past two years, with 1,150 fatalities reported in the 2023-24 financial year and 709 in 2024-25, according to Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari. The minister shared these figures while responding to a query from BJD MLA Subasini Jena in the Assembly. The state government…
