Bhubaneswar: The Krushi Samruddhi Advisory System, a pioneering digital agriculture extension initiative by the Department of Agriculture, Government of Odisha, has been recognized with the prestigious “Jury Choice Award” in the category of Digital Initiative in Agriculture and Farmer Empowerment at the DigiTech Awards 2025 ceremony. The event was held on March 18 at the…
Bhubaneswar: The UK Government, in collaboration with the Energy Department of the Government of Odisha and GRIDCO, organized a pivotal workshop on the theme ‘Net-Zero Vision for Bhubaneswar’ today. The workshop, which was supported by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) as the knowledge partner, aimed to foster knowledge exchange, facilitate multi-stakeholder collaboration, and outline…
Bhubaneswar: The 19th Toshali National Handicrafts Mela is all set to begin tomorrow at Janata Maidan, Bhubaneswar, offering a grand showcase of India’s rich handicraft and handloom heritage. The event, organized by the Odisha Handlooms, Textiles & Handicrafts Department, in collaboration with the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, will run until March 31, 2025….
Bhubaneswar: Odisha government has decided to implement the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 starting from the academic session 2025-26. As part of this transition, the state has introduced a revised minimum age requirement for admission to Class I to align with the policy’s framework. Under the new guidelines, children must be at least six years…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has intensified efforts to protect the rich biodiversity and wildlife of Similipal Tiger Reserve, one of India’s most significant tiger habitats. A new 10-year Tiger Conservation Plan has been approved, spanning from 2023-24 to 2032-33, aiming to enhance wildlife protection and combat poaching. The initiative is backed by continuous financial support through…
Bhubaneswar: A group of people from various walks of life who had gathered for the eighth edition of Odisha Manaska circle at Saheed Nagar to discuss about dying rivers and dying traditions in Odisha lent their voice to support “Save Gangua”
Jajpur: In a remarkable initiative to reconnect with Odisha’s rich cultural heritage, Gadamadhupur witnessed an inspiring heritage walk on Sunday, drawing 60 passionate heritage enthusiasts from across the region.
Bhubaneswar: In a major boost to industrial development, Odisha has secured ₹6,117 crore in fresh investments, reinforcing its status as a premier investment hub. The 135th State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA) meeting, chaired by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja, IAS, approved 19 major projects across 10 high-impact sectors, generating 17,286 job opportunities. The investment approvals…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha continues to reel under an intense heatwave as temperatures soared above 40°C in several parts of the state today, with Boudh emerging as the hottest location at a scorching 43.6°C. Weather scientist Umashankar Das reported that multiple regions experienced extreme heat, with Jharsuguda recording 42°C, Balangir at 41.7°C, Angul at 41.1°C, Titlagarh at…
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…
