Bhubaneswar: In a decisive move to bolster coastal security, Odisha will soon establish a special board comprising officers from the Coast Guard and Odisha Police. This board will undertake a thorough inspection of the state’s coastal areas and provide recommendations to enhance security measures. Based on their report, Marine Police Stations will be equipped with…
New Delhi: Dr. Arvind Panagariya, Hon’ble Chairman of the 16th Finance Commission, launched the inaugural issue of NITI Aayog’s report titled “Fiscal Health Index (FHI) 2025” today in the presence of Suman Bery, Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog; Dr. Arvind Virmani, Member of NITI Aayog; and Shri B.V.R. Subrahmanyam, CEO of NITI Aayog, among other…
New Delhi: Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, today honored the Indian Physical Disability (PD) Cricket Team for their remarkable victory in the PD Champions Trophy 2025 held in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The team showcased outstanding resilience and skill, defeating England in the final to claim the prestigious title. Supported by…
Bhubaneswar/Bargarh: Anu Garg, IAS, Development Commissioner and Additional Chief Secretary (ACS) to the Government, Department of Water Resources, conducted an on-site review of irrigation projects in the Sambalpur and Bargarh districts today. During her visit to the Gangadhar Meher Lift Irrigation Project in Bargarh, Garg assessed the progress of the pump house operations, which aim…
Bhubaneswar: The three-day National Level Workshop on the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 concluded at the Regional Institute of Education, Bhubaneswar, with an in-depth discussion on transforming Odisha’s education system. The workshop saw ten expert groups deliberating on various facets of NEP 2020, including foundational and preparatory stages, assessment reforms, teacher education,…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant boost to connectivity and economic growth in Odisha, IndiGo announced the launch of new daily direct flights between Mumbai and Jharsuguda starting March 1, 2025. The new service aims to strengthen inter-state connectivity and promote increased trade and economic opportunities for both cities. IndiGo’s statement highlighted that this marks the airline’s…
Bhubaneswar: To enhance agricultural productivity and reduce post-harvest losses, the Odisha Cabinet on Wednesday approved the “Financial Assistance to Cold Storages” scheme. The initiative aims to strengthen cold storage facilities across the state by providing financial support to private entrepreneurs and reviving defunct units. The scheme, set to be implemented over a five-year period from…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has established the 6th State Finance Commission, appointing a chairman and four members to steer its work, as per a notification issued by the Finance Department today. The commission has been formed under Article 243-I and 243-Y of the Constitution of India, along with provisions outlined in the Odisha Finance Commission…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government, in a significant push toward industrial growth and employment generation, approved 17 investment proposals worth ₹3,883.72 crore at the 134th State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA) meeting held today. The meeting, chaired by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja, cleared projects across 15 diverse sectors, including Steel, Iron & Ferro Alloys, Power…
Bhubaneswar, Jan 24: In a significant move toward enhancing energy efficiency, senior officials of Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) presented forthcoming strategies for energy conservation at a meeting chaired by Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Agriculture, Farmers Empowerment, and Energy, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, at Kharavela Bhawan on Wednesday. The meeting explored collaborative efforts…
