Bhubaneswar: The Government of Odisha, in partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), kicked off a significant initiative aimed at transforming agricultural practices in the state. The one-day inception workshop for the Global Environment Facility (GEF) 7-cycle project titled “Promotion of Sustainable Food Systems in India through Transforming Rice-Wheat Systems…
Bhubaneswar: A high-level meeting, chaired by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja on Tuesday, reviewed Odisha’s preparedness for the impending Cyclone Dana, focusing on ensuring the continuity of essential services such as electricity, drinking water supply, and healthcare in the event of disruptions caused by the storm. Special attention was given to the operational readiness of DG/generator…
Bhubaneswar: In anticipation of Cyclone Dana, which is brewing over the Bay of Bengal, the East Coast Railway (ECoR) has announced the cancellation of 197 long-distance trains, most of which pass through Odisha. The cancellations are a precautionary measure, with the trains scheduled to remain off track between October 23 and 25. The cancellations include…
Bhubaneswar: In light of the looming threat posed by Cyclone DANA, East Coast Railway (ECoR) has initiated extensive safety protocols and operational preparations to ensure the protection of passengers and the smooth running of its services. Drawing on its experience with past cyclones, ECoR is making every effort to mitigate the potential impact of the…
New Delhi/Bhubaneswar: Odisha has been awarded the First Rank in the Best State Category at the prestigious 5th National Water Awards, conferred by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India, in recognition of the state’s outstanding work in water resources conservation and management. The award was received by Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary to Government,…
Bhubaneswar: With the severe cyclonic storm ‘Dana’ set to strike the Odisha coast, the state government has ramped up efforts to ensure ‘zero casualty’, preparing 750 shelters to accommodate evacuees from vulnerable areas. Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari announced that 250 multipurpose cyclone shelters and 500 temporary shelters in schools and colleges are…
New Delhi: President of India, Droupadi Murmu, today presented the Fifth National Water Awards at a ceremony in New Delhi, highlighting the critical importance of water conservation in ensuring a clean and prosperous society. Addressing the gathering, the President emphasized that water is a fundamental human right and plays a vital role in health, food…
Bhubaneswar: In view of the impending Cyclone ‘Dana’, the Odisha government has announced the closure of colleges and universities in 14 districts for three days, from October 23 to 25. The move follows predictions from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) that the depression over the Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into a cyclonic…
Bhubaneswar: The latest update from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) suggests that Cyclone ‘Dana’, brewing over the Bay of Bengal, is expected to make landfall along the Odisha coast between Bhitarkanika in Kendrapada and Dhamra in Bhadrak districts on the night of October 24. The Centre for Environment and Climate (CEC) at Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan…
Bhubaneswar: President Droupadi Murmu’s scheduled three-day visit to Odisha has been postponed in light of the potential impact of Cyclone Dana, which is expected to affect the state’s coastal regions. The Odisha government, considering the risks posed by the approaching cyclone, informed the President’s Secretariat and the Union Home Ministry about the postponement. While no…
