Bhubaneswar: In response to restrictions imposed by the West Bengal government on the supply of potatoes to other states, the Odisha government has announced that it will no longer procure potatoes from its neighboring state. Odisha’s Supplies Minister, Krushna Chandra Patra, confirmed the decision today, stating, “We won’t procure potatoes from West Bengal. The Odisha…
Bhubaneswar: Bhubaneswar Member of Parliament (MP) Aparajita Sarangi today provided an update on the much-anticipated Bhubaneswar Metro project following a review meeting. She confirmed that the first phase of the project is set to be completed by December 2027, with metro trains covering a distance of 26 kilometers. The first phase of the Bhubaneswar Metro…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has embraced a transformative developmental approach under the mantra ‘Bikashita Odisha for Bikashita Bharat’, focusing on rural progress as a cornerstone for state and national advancement. Central to this vision is the innovative ‘Bridge-cum-Bandhara’ initiative by the Rural Development Department, which strengthens rural connectivity, conserves water, and boosts the rural economy….
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is making remarkable strides in ensuring universal access to safe drinking water, with transformative initiatives reshaping lives in Hatadihi block of Keonjhar district and Khariar block of Nuapada district. Mega Pipe Water Supply (PWS) projects in these regions are bringing clean, treated water directly to households, fostering empowerment, health, and development. In Hatadihi…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has announced a revision in the prices of midday meals provided to school students under the Pradhan Mantri Poshan Yojana. The increase, effective from December 1, reflects the rising costs of vegetables and essential commodities. As per the revised rates, students in classes 1 to 5 will now receive meals at…
Bhubaneswar: The All India DGP/IGP Conference 2024, held at Lok Seva Bhavan in Bhubaneswar, saw Union Home Minister Amit Shah bestow the prestigious honor of the second-best police station in India upon Pattapur Police Station in Ganjam district, Odisha. State Director General of Police (DGP) Y.B. Khurania attended the conference and expressed immense pride in…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha government has streamlined the paddy procurement process during the ongoing kharif season to ensure that registered farmers receive the Minimum Support Price (MSP) directly in their bank accounts within 48 hours of selling their produce at mandis. To facilitate this initiative, officials have been deployed at multiple levels to oversee the seamless transfer…
Bhubaneswar: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, inaugurated the 59th Directors General of Police/Inspectors General of Police (DGsP/IGsP) Conference in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, today. The high-profile three-day event is being held in a hybrid format, with senior police leaders from across the country attending both in person and virtually. Prime Minister Narendra Modi…
Bhubaneswar: Odia feature film Lahari, written and directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Amartya Bhattacharyya, is set to make its world premiere at the prestigious 30th Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF). Produced by Jhilik Motion Pictures, Lahari will be showcased in the Indian Languages Competition section, marking it as the sole Odia film in competition this…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is making significant strides toward achieving self-sufficiency in potato production during the Rabi 2024 season. A high-level review meeting was held today at Krushi Bhavan, chaired by Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singhdeo, to assess the progress of the initiative aimed at enhancing farmers’ livelihoods and bolstering food security. Singhdeo emphasized…
