Bhubaneswar: The National Handicraft Fair commenced today at the Exhibition Ground in Bhubaneswar, bringing together a vibrant display of handloom and handicraft traditions from across India. The fair, which will be open to the public daily from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., will continue until April 1, offering visitors a chance to explore and purchase…
Ganjam: The Community Seed Festival, organized by women farmers’ group Snehamandali in Baradasahi village, Buguda Block, brought together 400 farmers and agricultural experts from 30 villages across Ganjam and Nayagarh districts. The festival celebrated indigenous seed conservation, emphasized the importance of organic farming, and encouraged sustainable agricultural practices rooted in traditional knowledge. The event was…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step toward establishing Odisha as a hub for Green Hydrogen and Ammonia production, GRIDCO has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with M/s Avaada Green H2 Pvt Ltd. for providing a Green Power Banking Facility of 300 MW. The agreement, signed under the OERC Green Energy Open Access Regulations, 2023, will…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has ramped up its efforts to curb the illegal liquor trade, taking strict legal action against those involved and pushing for stronger enforcement. Moving forward, this momentum will be reinforced through proposed legal reforms that will be incorporated into the upcoming excise policy, aiming to completely eliminate illicit liquor activities and…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has set up a high-level fact-finding committee to investigate the alleged suicide of a Nepali student at KIIT University. The decision comes after growing concerns about student safety and allegations of misconduct involving private individuals on campus. The committee includes top officials such as the Additional Chief Secretary, Home Department; Principal…
Bhubaneswar: The latest elephant census conducted in November 2024 has recorded 2,103 elephants in Odisha, highlighting the state’s rich wildlife diversity. Forest, Environment & Climate Change Minister Ganesh Ram Singkhuntia shared these figures in the State Assembly on Tuesday while addressing a query from BJD legislator Prasanna Acharya. Acharya had sought district-wise data on elephant…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards transforming the state’s urban landscape, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi introduced the ‘New City Development’ scheme during his budget presentation for the fiscal year 2025-26. With an allocation of Rs 200 crore, the initiative aims to pave the way for Bhubaneswar’s growth as a vibrant metropolitan hub. While Odisha’s…
Bhubaneswar: With the summer heat wave approaching, the Odisha government has instructed all higher education institutions to conduct classes and examinations during morning hours to protect students and faculty from extreme temperatures. The Higher Education Department has issued a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to universities and degree colleges, outlining preventive measures to mitigate heat-related risks….
Bhubaneswar: In a major initiative to facilitate free darshan of Lord Jagannath for underprivileged devotees, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi has announced the launch of the ‘Shree Jagannath Darshan Yojana.’ The scheme has been allocated a budget of Rs. 30 crore in the state’s annual budget. CM Majhi emphasized that the initiative aims to fulfill…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has allocated Rs. 800 crore for tourism development in the Annual Budget 2025-26, focusing on infrastructure enhancement, cultural heritage promotion, and eco-tourism initiatives. Key Budgetary Allocations for Tourism: Development and Management of Tourist Accommodation: Rs. 359 crore to improve hospitality infrastructure. Tourist Information and Publicity: Rs. 332 crore for promoting Odisha…
