Bhubaneswar: The heritage well adjacent to the historic Ananta Vasudeva temple in Bhubaneswar has been filled in, sparking controversy and concern from heritage advocates and local stakeholders. Located within a protected zone around the 13th-century temple, the well was once used for preparing temple prasad (sacred offerings) before piped water became accessible. Concrete platforms are…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government issued a stern warning to all public servants on Monday, instructing them to refrain from exerting undue influence to secure favorable transfers and postings. Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja conveyed the directive in a letter addressed to secretaries of all government departments and district collectors, emphasizing adherence to established conduct rules. Chief Secretary…
Puri: The vibrant mutt culture of Puri, a cornerstone of the town’s spiritual and religious fabric, was at the heart of the fourth edition of the Puri Heritage Walks (PHW) held yesterday. Titled Mahodadhi Monastic Trail: Exploring the Ancient Monasteries, the walk attracted nearly 50 heritage enthusiasts from across Odisha, who embarked on a journey…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha government has introduced an additional casual leave (CL) benefit for its female workforce to address the challenges posed by menstruation. Under the new policy, female employees will be entitled to an extra 12 days of casual leave per year, with one day granted each month, on top of the existing 15 days of…
Bhubaneswar: The two-day International Symposium on Shree Anna & Forgotten Foods (ISSFF), organized by the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment, Government of Odisha, concluded on a high note with commendations and valuable suggestions from state, national, and international participants. The event, held at Lok Seva Bhavan, focused on creating a roadmap for the promotion…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has announced a new dress code for employees in the Nursing Service Cadre, effective immediately. The decision, made after reviewing a proposal from the Odisha Nursing Employees’ Association, aims to bring uniformity and professionalism to the attire of nursing staff across the state. As per the official notification issued by the…
Bhubaneswar: The fourth graduation ceremony of the World Skill Center (WSC), a premier global skilling facility established by the Odisha state government, was held in Bhubaneswar on Monday. Minister of Industries, Skill Development, and Technical Education, Sampad Chandra Swain, graced the occasion as the chief guest, congratulating the students who successfully completed their training in…
Bhubaneswar: A series of insightful sessions in Bhubaneswar recently highlighted the state’s efforts to revive neglected crops and empower women entrepreneurs, with a focus on sustainable agriculture, food security, and climate resilience. Organized in collaboration with Mission Shakti and supported by various organizations, the event brought together prominent leaders, experts, and progressive farmers to discuss…
Bhubaneswar: Anu Garg, IAS, Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary, Department of Water Resources, Odisha, visited Ganjam district on Sunday to review sustainable irrigation initiatives under the Odisha Integrated Irrigation Project for Climate Resilient Agriculture (OIIPCRA). During her visit, she interacted with members of the Radhakrishna Pani Panchayat in Chhatrapur block, hearing firsthand about the positive impact…
Bhubaneswar: The Centre has taken a major step to revive the historic Pipili applique industry of Puri. Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Sekhawat informed about the steps taken to preserve Pipili applique works in response to a question raised in the Lok Sabha by Puri MP Sambit Patra. The Union Minister wrote a letter to the…
