Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s impressive performance at the 38th National Games in Uttarakhand continued, with swimmer Pratyasa Ray securing a bronze medal in the Women’s 100m Backstroke event. With this victory, Odisha’s medal count has reached 16, including 4 gold, 3 silver, and 8 bronze medals. A day earlier, Wushu player Babulu Munda brought home Odisha’s fourth…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi launched the reprinted edition and digital version of ‘Barnabodha’, the iconic Odia primer written by Bhaktakavi Madhusudan Rao, at an event organized by the Odia Language, Literature and Culture Department. Speaking at the event held at Krushi Bhawan, Bhubaneswar, the Chief Minister lauded Madhusudan Rao’s contribution to Odia language…
Bhubaneswar: The Housing and Urban Development Department has issued a clarification regarding the registration of apartments under the Odisha Apartment (Ownership and Management) Act, 2023 (OAOM Act) to resolve ambiguities and ensure a smoother registration process for apartment owners. The OAOM Act, which came into force on June 28, 2023, was enacted to streamline apartment…
Cuttack: Excitement is building in Odisha as the Barabati Stadium prepares to host the second ODI between India and England in February. Cricket fans eagerly awaiting the chance to witness the action live can finally purchase their tickets online from 4 PM on February 2. How to Buy Tickets Online The Odisha Cricket Association (OCA)…
Bhubaneswar: The temperature in Odisha crossed 35°C for the first time this season, signaling the arrival of summer. Paralakhemundi recorded the highest temperature at 35.6°C, followed by Jharsuguda at 35.2°C and Bolangir at 35°C, according to weather scientist Umashankar Dash. Several other locations also experienced rising temperatures, with Sambalpur and Hirakud recording 34.7°C and Bhawanipatna…
Bhubaneswar: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted three consecutive flight trials of the Very Short-Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) off the coast of Odisha at Chandipur. The trials demonstrated the missile’s precision in neutralizing low-flying aerial threats, including drones. The tests were carried out against high-speed targets flying at very low altitudes,…
Bhubaneswar: With artificial intelligence (AI) emerging as a key tool in modern governance, Odisha Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja has called for its deeper integration to enhance service delivery and administrative efficiency. Chairing an all-secretaries meeting at Lok Seva Bhavan on Friday, Ahuja directed the Electronics and IT Department to establish a research-driven AI ecosystem aimed…
Jharsuguda: In a significant boost to regional air connectivity, Star Air has commenced flight services from Jharsuguda to Lucknow and Raipur, enhancing travel options for passengers in western Odisha. The Jharsuguda-Lucknow service began today, while flights to Raipur will start operating from tomorrow. Flight Schedule: Jharsuguda-Lucknow: Operates three days a week—Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Departure…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s athletes delivered a stellar performance at the 38th National Games in Uttarakhand, with the state’s women leading the medal charge on Friday. The Odisha Women’s Rugby team clinched the gold medal, dominating Bihar 29-5 in the final. Earlier in the day, they secured a spot in the final by defeating Maharashtra 31-5 in…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has appointed IAS officer Satyabrata Rout as the Secretary of the State Legislative Assembly, ahead of the upcoming Budget Session. The General Administration and Public Grievance Department issued a notification confirming his appointment on Friday. A 2013-batch IAS officer, Rout previously served as Additional Secretary in the Works Department. His new…
