Bhubaneswar: President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday conferred an honorary doctorate on Raimati Gheuria, a tribal woman from Odisha’s Koraput district, during the 40th Convocation of the Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT) in Bhubaneswar. Raimati, known as ‘Mandia Rani’ (Queen of Millets), has played a pivotal role in the conservation of traditional crops, particularly…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to shine at the National Panchayat Awards 2024, with recognition in seven prestigious categories. These awards, presented by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Government of India, will be conferred during a special ceremony at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, on December 11. The accolades highlight the exceptional performance of several Gram Panchayats,…
Bhubaneswar: The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, inaugurated the newly constructed Judicial Court Complex in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, today (December 5, 2024). The state-of-the-art facility is designed to address current and future judicial needs, incorporating advanced technologies to streamline the delivery of justice. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, the President emphasized the importance of timely…
Bhubaneswar: The state-level observance of World Soil Day 2024 was held at the Krushi Bhavan Auditorium in Bhubaneswar, with the theme, “Caring for Soil: Measure, Monitor, Manage.” Similar events were organized across districts in Odisha to raise awareness about the importance of soil health and sustainable farming practices. The event was attended by prominent dignitaries,…
Sambalpur: Tragedy struck the Sambalpur Zoo as the beloved female leopard, Rani, passed away on the night of December 4, 2024, despite undergoing treatment for a severe uterine infection. The seven-year-old leopard, a star attraction of the zoo, succumbed to health complications at approximately 9:13 PM. Rani had shown signs of illness earlier in the…
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…
