Bhubaneswar: Works Minister Prithviraj Harichandan chaired a high-level review meeting on Tuesday to assess the progress of road, bridge, and building projects valued at over ₹100 crore under the Works Department. The meeting, held at the Lok Seva Bhawan Convention Hall, reaffirmed the government’s strong commitment to improving infrastructure across Odisha. Minister Harichandan made it…
Bhubaneswar: To enhance the marketing of fisheries products and empower stakeholders, the Department of Water Resources (DoWR), Odisha, has signed a Tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Institute of Rural Management Anand (IRMA), Gujarat, and the Director of Fisheries, Odisha. The MoU was signed at the Rajiv Bhawan on March 4, 2025, in the…
Bhubaneswar: In a recent development, the Odisha government has decided to shift the observance of Panchayati Raj Dibas from March 5 to April 24, aligning with the national practice. As a result, all government and government-aided schools in Odisha will remain open on March 5, 2025, according to a circular issued by the School &…
Jagatsinghpur: A group of 30 heritage enthusiasts embarked on an immersive journey to explore Odisha’s architectural and spiritual heritage as part of the second edition of Jagatsinghpur Heritage Walks (JHW) yesterday.
Bhubaneswar: With the impending heatwave approaching, the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) has rolled out an extensive action plan to safeguard the health and well-being of its citizens. The plan was discussed in a preparatory meeting held at Ekamra Hall, BMC headquarters, chaired by BMC Commissioner Rajesh Prabhakar Patil. The meeting brought together senior officials to…
Bhubaneswar: Bollywood actor and motivational speaker Ashish Vidyarthi delivered an inspiring speech to a large gathering of students at the inauguration of the sixth edition of ‘SOA Proxima’, the annual mega HR conclave organized by the Institute of Technical Education and Research (ITER), the faculty of engineering and technology of Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan Deemed to…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi held a key review meeting at Lok Seva Bhawan today, focused on enhancing the Energy Department’s preparedness for the summer season and expanding the reach of the PM Surya Ghar Yojana (rooftop solar scheme) across Odisha. The meeting aimed to address power supply issues and promote renewable energy solutions…
Bhubaneswar: A key review meeting of the Sports and Youth Services Department was held today at the Kalinga Stadium under the leadership of Sports Minister Suryabanshi Suraj. The meeting centered around the master plan for the construction of block-level stadiums and the development of the grassroots sports ecosystem in Odisha. Minister Suryabanshi Suraj highlighted that…
Bhubaneswar: In a deeply emotional yet inspiring act of compassion, the parents of Janmesh Lenka, a 16-month-old child, made the courageous decision to donate their son’s organs, offering a second chance at life to two patients in need. Janmesh, who became the youngest organ donor in Odisha, had been receiving treatment at AIIMS Bhubaneswar after…
Bhubaneswar: The owner of a tattoo parlour in Bhubaneswar has been arrested after a tattoo of Lord Jagannath on the thigh of a foreign woman triggered widespread outrage across Odisha. The incident sparked massive protests from religious groups and devotees, demanding strict action. Following a complaint by the Hindu Sena, the Commissionerate Police arrested Rocky…
