Bhubaneswar: A symposium focusing on science-based advancements in rice research was held today at the Krushi Bhavan Auditorium in collaboration with the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) and the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment. The event, chaired by Odisha’s Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, featured…
Konark: The 35th edition of the Konark Festival, one of Odisha’s premier cultural events, began today with a magnificent inauguration by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Deputy Chief Minister and Tourism Minister Pravati Parida. Held against the backdrop of the iconic Sun Temple, the festival celebrates India’s rich artistic heritage and marks the vibrant…
Bhubaneswar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the need for technologically advanced and community-driven policing during the valedictory session of the 59th All India Conference of Director Generals/Inspector Generals of Police in Bhubaneswar. Held on November 30 and December 1, the conference witnessed high-level deliberations on emerging security challenges and strategies. During the session, the Prime…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha residents burdened by soaring potato prices can expect relief as a massive consignment of 300 trucks loaded with potatoes from Uttar Pradesh is set to arrive in the state by tomorrow. The influx is anticipated to stabilize prices, currently ranging from ₹35 to ₹40 per kilogram in retail markets. Food and Consumer Welfare Minister…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is making significant progress in its fight against AIDS, with the state witnessing a steady decline in active cases. On the occasion of World AIDS Day, Odisha Health Minister Mukesh Mahaling announced the state’s ambitious goal of achieving zero new infections by 2030. Currently, Odisha has around 50,000 active AIDS cases, with Ganjam…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has introduced proactive measures to address grievances related to paddy procurement for the ongoing Kharif season. In a bid to ensure smooth transactions for registered farmers, nodal officers have been deployed across districts to expedite redressal of complaints. Farmers can now access information about token numbers and the receipt of Minimum…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Chief Minister’s Grievance Cell will remain closed on all Mondays in December due to the ongoing second session of the 17th Odisha Assembly. An official statement from the General Administration and Public Grievance Department confirmed the temporary closure. The decision has been taken to ensure smooth functioning during the Assembly session. The…
Bhubaneswar: The iconic 35th Konark Festival is set to begin tomorrow, promising five days of cultural splendor from December 1 to 5. Held on the open-air stage near the famed Sun Temple in Konark, the festival will celebrate India’s rich classical dance heritage and artistic traditions. Jointly organized by the Tourism Department, Odia Language, Literature…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has made significant strides in implementing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visionary “From Karmachari to Karmayogi” initiative by onboarding around 50,000 employees and nearly all state government departments onto the i-GOT (Integrated Government Online Training) platform by November 2024. This effort underscores the state’s commitment to fostering a skilled, accountable, and citizen-centric workforce. The…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha cadre IPS officer Anupama James has been appointed as the Superintendent of Police (SP) at the National Investigation Agency (NIA) on central deputation. The 2013-batch officer, currently serving as the SP in the Odisha Vigilance Department, will now take on a crucial role at the national level. A notification issued by the Odisha…
