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…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has formed an inquiry committee to investigate allegations of physical and mental abuse at the High Performance Swimming Centre in Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar. The decision comes after swimmers at the sports hostel staged a protest on Saturday night, alleging misconduct by head coach Sandeep Sejwal. The Sports and Youth Services Department…
Bhubaneswar: A Youth Conference was organized at Rama Devi Women’s University on Sunday to commemorate International Women’s Day 2025, bringing together students, educators, and policymakers to discuss women’s empowerment, gender equality, and key social issues. Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida, who was the chief guest, engaged in direct interactions with students from Rama Devi Women’s…
Bhubaneswar: The Subhadra Shakti Mela 2025, a nine-day celebration of women’s entrepreneurship, concluded today at Janata Maidan, Bhubaneswar, achieving a record-breaking business turnover of ₹5 crore. The event, which provided a marketplace for over 300 Self-Help Groups (SHGs) from all 30 districts, drew an overwhelming footfall of more than 9 lakh visitors, showcasing the economic…
Bhubaneswar: In a major development, 80,000 ineligible beneficiaries, including around 4,500 government employees, have voluntarily returned their ration cards, following the Odisha government’s appeal. This was confirmed by Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Minister Krushna Chandra Patra on Sunday. Expressing gratitude, Minister Patra thanked those who responded to the government’s call and surrendered their cards….
Bhubaneswar: The summer heat has intensified across Odisha, with 10 cities recording temperatures of 37°C or higher. Boudh emerged as the hottest location, reaching a scorching 38.2°C, as per the latest data shared by weather scientist Umashankar Dash on Sunday. Balangir followed closely with 38.1°C, while Angul recorded 37.9°C. Other cities experiencing extreme temperatures included…
Bhubaneswar: In a major boost to Odisha’s industrial expansion, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced the establishment of a mega steel plant in Patna area of Keonjhar district, with an investment of ₹40,000 crore. The announcement was made during an event in Champua, Keonjhar, where the CM emphasized the government’s commitment to accelerating industrial growth…
