Bhubaneswar: President of India, Droupadi Murmu, graced the convocation ceremony of the Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT) in Bhubaneswar today, urging students and scientists to contribute actively to India’s agricultural and economic transformation. In her address, the President highlighted the significance of convocation as a turning point in the lives of graduates, marking…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is intensifying preparations for the disbursement of funds under the fourth phase of its flagship Subhadra Yojana, with the first installment set to be released on December 25. The scheme, which aims to financially empower women, has already distributed the first installment of ₹5,000 each to over 80 lakh beneficiaries across…
Bhubaneswar: Stray dog bites have emerged as a significant concern in Odisha, with over 5 lakh cases reported in the last two years, as revealed by Fisheries and Animal Resources Development Minister Gokula Nanda Mallik in the Legislative Assembly today. The Minister also informed the House that more than 17 lakh stray dogs are roaming…
Bhubaneswar: The Sports and Youth Services Department of Odisha, in partnership with the Athletics Federation of India and Odisha Athletics Association, is all set to host the 39th National Junior Athletics Championship 2024. The five-day sporting extravaganza will take place from December 7 to 11 at the iconic Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar. The championship will…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has intensified paddy procurement efforts during the ongoing kharif season, with operations fully underway in five districts—Bargarh, Nuapada, Sambalpur, Kalahandi, and Balangir. The process in other districts is set to begin soon in a phased manner, with extensive preparations already underway. Registered farmers are being issued tokens and provided necessary information…
Puri: President of India, Droupadi Murmu, attended the Navy Day celebrations at Puri Beach on December 4, 2024, where she witnessed a dynamic Operational Demonstration by the Indian Navy. The event paid tribute to the valiant service of naval personnel and highlighted India’s maritime heritage and future aspirations. In her address, President Murmu extended heartfelt…
Puri: President of India, Droupadi Murmu, graced the 75th-anniversary celebrations of Gopabandhu Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya in Puri on December 4, 2024. In her address, the President emphasized the enduring relevance of Ayurveda and the need to blend traditional wisdom with modern scientific approaches to make it globally recognized. Highlighting the advancements in science and technology, President…
Bhubaneswar: The average monthly income of agricultural households in Odisha is ₹5,112, as per data from the National Statistical Office (NSO), revealed Deputy Chief Minister and Agriculture Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo in the state Assembly on Wednesday. Responding to a question by Congress MLA Taraprasad Bahinipati, Singh Deo shared insights into the financial status…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has successfully completed the Aadhaar e-KYC verification process for 2,69,23,830 beneficiaries under the Public Distribution System (PDS), announced Krushna Chandra Patra, Minister of Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare, in the Odisha Assembly on Wednesday. The verification covers a substantial portion of the state’s total 3,36,35,918 PDS beneficiaries. In a written response…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to boost the jackfruit industry in Odisha, the Directorate of Horticulture under the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment (DA&FE) hosted a two-day training-cum-workshop at the Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Horticulture, Deras. Held on November 30 and December 1, 2024, the event focused on advancing the production of value-added…
