Bhubaneswar: The Ministry of Railways has sanctioned Rs 509 crore for the construction of two railway flyovers in Odisha’s Cuttack and Rayagada districts. This strategic initiative is a key part of the Energy, Mineral & Cement Corridor scheme, designed to improve the movement of trains and eliminate operational delays across crucial rail corridors in the…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step toward upgrading the nation’s railway infrastructure, Indian Railways has undertaken extensive yard restructuring work at Bhadrak Railway Station, a vital hub under the East Coast Railway (ECoR) zone. This modernization initiative is part of the broader plan to enhance key railway stations across the country, aiming to improve operational efficiency…
Bhubaneswar: In response to the ongoing potato crisis in Odisha, the state government has launched an initiative to provide potatoes to consumers at a fixed price of ₹30 per kilogram. The measure, implemented in partnership with the National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India (NAFED), aims to ensure accessibility and affordability of the essential staple…
Bhubaneswar: The Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar will host the 73rd All India Hockey Championship in March 2025. The event promises to be a grand affair, with 27 men’s teams and 10 women’s teams from across the country set to compete. A preparatory meeting for the championship was chaired by Director General of Police (DGP) Yogesh…
Bhubaneswar: Online trading scams have surged dramatically in Odisha over the past two years, with 40,270 people falling victim in 2024 alone, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi revealed in the state Assembly on Monday. Responding to queries raised by Congress MLA Tara Prasad Bahinipati, the Chief Minister provided detailed statistics on the rising cases. According…
Bhubaneswar: The three-year-old tigress ‘Zeenat,’ relocated from Maharashtra to Odisha’s Similipal Tiger Reserve, has been spotted roaming in the forests of neighboring Jharkhand. The information was shared by Baripada RCCF (Regional Chief Conservator of Forests) Prakash Chand Gogineni on Monday. Speaking to the media, Gogineni confirmed that the tigress’s movements are under close surveillance. “Our…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has witnessed a slight decline in the sex ratio at birth (SRB) over the past decade, raising concerns about societal preferences for male children. According to the Health Management Information System (HMIS) of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, the SRB in the state dropped to 926 girls per 1,000 boys in…
Bhubaneswar: The ancient Buddhist site of Ratnagiri in Odisha’s Jajpur district is once again under the archaeological spotlight. Known for its stunning ruins, intricate sculptures of Lord Buddha, and expansive monastic complexes, the site has long drawn the admiration of historians and visitors alike. After a gap of 63 years, the Archaeological Survey of India…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s rising sprint star, Dondapati Jayaram, thrilled the home crowd on Sunday evening by claiming the men’s Under-20 100m gold at the 39th National Junior Athletics Championship held at the iconic Kalinga Stadium. The 19-year-old clocked an impressive 10.50 seconds, setting a new personal best in a spectacular display of speed and determination. The…
Sohela, Odisha: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Sunday launched a groundbreaking initiative to provide farmers with additional input assistance of ₹800 per quintal of paddy over and above the Minimum Support Price (MSP) of ₹2,300. The program, unveiled at a ceremony in Sohela, Bargarh district, marks a significant step towards ensuring fair pricing for…
