Bhubaneswar: A National Workshop on Fast-Tracking and Reporting Progress on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) was held today in Bhubaneswar. Organized jointly by the Government of Odisha, NITI Aayog, and UNDP, the workshop brought together key policymakers, senior government officials, and experts from various States and Union Territories to discuss strategies for accelerating SDG implementation through…
Bhubaneswar: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) conducted a search operation at AIIMS Bhubaneswar on Wednesday amid allegations of recruitment fraud involving forged documents and fake experience certificates. According to sources, the investigation was initiated after the CBI received complaints that four individuals had secured jobs at AIIMS Bhubaneswar through fraudulent means. The alleged irregularities…
Bhubaneswar: In response to the recent tragic incident at Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT), the Higher Education Department of Odisha has set up a 24×7 help desk to address student safety, security, and academic well-being. This initiative aims to assist affected students and their families while ensuring a smooth return to campus for those…
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…
