Bhubaneswar, February 17, 2025: The Odisha government has allocated Rs. 41,273 crore for education and skill development in the Annual Budget 2025-26, with a strong emphasis on school infrastructure, higher education, and vocational training. Key Budgetary Allocations for Education: School and Mass Education: Rs. 31,185 crore for infrastructure and academic improvement. Rs. 2,960 crore for…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has introduced several new initiatives in the Annual Budget 2025-26, focusing on infrastructure, social welfare, digital transformation, and economic development. With a total budget outlay of Rs. 2,90,000 crore, these initiatives aim to drive inclusive growth across various sectors. Major New Initiatives: Shree Jagannath Darshan Yojana: Rs. 30 crore allocated to…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi presented the Annual Budget for FY 2025-26 in the Odisha Legislative Assembly, outlining an outlay of Rs. 2,90,000 crore. The budget emphasizes transformative sectors such as infrastructure, urban development, agriculture, irrigation, capital investment, port-led development, industrialization, and sports. Key Financial Allocations: Category 2024-25 RE (Rs. in crore) 2025-26 BE…
Bhubaneswar: The state-level theatre festival “Rang Sangam” continued to captivate audiences with the staging of “Dana Pani” on its second evening at the Bhanja Kala Mandap. Based on the novel Dana Pani by renowned Odia writer Gopinath Mohanty, the play drew a large crowd, leaving a lasting impression on theatre enthusiasts. The play poignantly depicted…
Bhubaneswar: A one-day Regional Review Conference was held in Bhubaneswar, bringing together officials from five states—Odisha, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, and Kerala. Organized by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJE), Government of India, with support from the Government of Odisha, the conference focused on reviewing welfare schemes and addressing implementation challenges. The inaugural…
Bhubaneswar: To support security and ensure a smooth experience for devotees, the Odisha government has started deploying Artificial Intelligence (AI) cameras ahead of the highly anticipated Rath Yatra festival in Puri. With millions of pilgrims expected from across India and abroad, authorities are implementing cutting-edge surveillance systems to monitor and manage large gatherings efficiently. Puri…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has witnessed a concerning rise in missing persons cases, with 36,420 women and 8,403 children reported missing between 2020 and 2024, according to Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. In response to a query from MLA Chakramani Kanhar in the State Assembly, CM Majhi revealed that 421 women and girls were trafficked across state…
Bhubaneswar: The Rushikulya river mouth beach in Ganjam district has witnessed a massive influx of rare Olive Ridley turtles for their annual mass nesting, with an astounding 11,000-plus turtles arriving on the first day alone. According to the Forest Department, the turtles have started laying eggs near the Batighar temple in Ganjam district. Each Olive…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has announced the recruitment of 5,248 MBBS doctors and 126 dentists this year to address the existing vacancies in the state’s healthcare system. State Health Minister Dr. Mukesh Mahaling informed the Assembly on Monday that the Odisha Public Service Commission has been directed to complete the recruitment process within the year….
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to support women who have survived sexual violence, Odisha’s Development Commissioner and Additional Chief Secretary (Administration) Anu Garg chaired a high-level meeting on Sunday to discuss the implementation of the ‘Subhadra Yojana’. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to rape survivors across the state. All District Magistrates and Commissioners…
