Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has announced that the Odisha Civil Services (OCS) Preliminary Examination 2023 will now be held on December 15, 2024. Originally slated for October 27, the exam was postponed following Cyclonic Storm Dana, which impacted parts of Odisha. In an official notification, the OPSC confirmed the new tentative date,…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is poised to play a critical role in India’s expanding titanium industry, thanks to a newly signed MoU between an Indo-Kazakh joint venture and Kamenogorsk Titanium and Magnesium Plant JSC (UKTMP JSC) of Kazakhstan. The partnership is expected to fast-track titanium slag production and increase exports globally, paving the way for further developments…
Bhubaneswar: In a move to enhance passenger safety and curb reckless driving, Odisha’s Urban Development Minister, Krushna Chandra Mohapatra, announced new speed and safety measures for “Mo Bus” vehicles. The city buses will now be limited to a maximum speed of 40 km per hour within city limits, with speed governors installed in each vehicle…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha took the global spotlight at the World Tourism Market (WTM) 2024 as Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida inaugurated the Odisha Pavilion at the prestigious event held at the Excel Centre in London. Parida’s presence was honored with a special felicitation, underscoring Odisha’s growing significance in global tourism. Parida was joined by several notable…
Bhubaneswar: In a decisive move to enhance food security for residents, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi directed the Food Supply and Consumer Welfare Department to distribute rice in advance for the months of October to December. During a review meeting held at Lok Seva Bhavan, Majhi instructed officials to ensure that each beneficiary of the…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi revealed that the central government is set to celebrate the 125th birth anniversary of ‘Utkal Keshari’ Harekrushna Mahatab, the first Chief Minister of Odisha in independent India, with a national event. Expressing his appreciation on social media, Majhi called it “a great tribute to the legendary nationalist leader of…
Bhubaneswar: In response to an uproar from the Opposition regarding the deaths of two tribal individuals in Kandhamal after consuming mango kernel, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has ordered an administrative inquiry to be conducted by the Revenue Divisional Commissioner (RDC). Roopa Roshan Sahoo, the RDC of the Southern Division, will lead the inquiry and…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi convened a meeting at Lok Seva Bhavan today to review the state’s public distribution system (PDS) and to ensure timely support for beneficiaries. During the meeting, he instructed the Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Department to provide a three-month advance quota of rice to beneficiaries, emphasizing the need for…
Bhubaneswar: A high-level delegation from Odisha, led by Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida, is currently on a mission in the United Kingdom to enhance the state’s tourism sector. The visit aims to promote Odisha’s rich cultural heritage and unique attractions to potential tourists from the UK and Europe. During her visit, Deputy Chief Minister Parida met…
Bhubaneswar: The Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment in Odisha is set to organize the International Symposium on Shree Anna & Forgotten Foods (ISSFF) at Lok Seva Bhavan, Bhubaneswar, on November 10 and 11. The event, themed “Celebrating Shree Anna & Agricultural Heritage of Odisha,” will be inaugurated by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and…
