Rare Planetary Alignment Draws Crowds to Pathani Samanta Planetarium in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar: Astronomy enthusiasts and the general public are flocking to the Pathani Samanta Planetarium to witness a rare celestial event featuring six planets—Mars, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune, and Uranus—aligned in a straight line. This breathtaking cosmic spectacle has captured the imagination of many, especially students, who are eagerly exploring the wonders of space through telescopes…

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India-England ODI Match Scheduled at Barabati Stadium on February 9

Bhubaneswar: The iconic Barabati Stadium in Cuttack is set to host the highly anticipated One Day International (ODI) cricket match between India and England on February 9, 2025. Preparations for the grand event are in full swing following a high-level meeting chaired by Odisha Sports Minister  Surjya Banshi Suraj at the Odisha Cricket Association (OCA)…

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Odisha Farmer Delegation Visits Sahyadri Farms to Enhance Agricultural Practices

Bhubaneswar: A 57-member delegation from Odisha, led by Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singhdeo, embarked on a five-day training program at Sahyadri Farms in Nashik, Maharashtra, to explore innovative agricultural practices and technologies. The group includes representatives from Farmer Producer Groups (FPGs) and officials from various departments, including Agriculture and Farmers Empowerment, Food Production, Horticulture,…

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Odisha to Strengthen Coastal Security with New Special Board and Upgraded Infrastructure

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…

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NITI Aayog Launches “Fiscal Health Index 2025”; Odisha Tops State Rankings

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…

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Union Minister Felicitates Indian PD Cricket Team for Winning Champions Trophy 2025

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…

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Development Commissioner Visits Gangadhar Meher Lift Irrigation Project in Bargarh

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…

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Workshop on National Education Policy 2020 Concludes with Roadmap for Odisha’s Education System

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,…

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IndiGo Announces Daily Direct Flights Between Mumbai and Jharsuguda Starting March 2025

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…

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Odisha Cabinet Approves Rs 252 Crore Scheme to Bolster Cold Storage Infrastructure

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…

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