Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has announced its commitment to implementing the National Education Policy (NEP) in schools across the state by 2025. School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond shared the update during the Assembly session on Wednesday, highlighting the steps being taken to ensure a smooth transition. According to Gond, a Task Force Committee,…
Bhubaneswar: As Odisha embarks on its journey toward Vision 2036 and 2047, the aspirations for the state’s future are boundless. These years hold monumental significance for every Odia: 2036 will mark the 100th year since the reorganization of Odisha, while 2047 will celebrate the centenary of India’s independence. The state’s legacy dates back to 1936,…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has announced that the last phase of the first installment under the Subhadra Yojana will be disbursed to eligible beneficiaries on March 7, 2025, with each beneficiary receiving Rs 5,000. The announcement was made by Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida during a media interaction. Parida reassured that all beneficiaries who have…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida inaugurated the state-level children’s festival, ‘Mahak’, at the Kalinga Stadium premises, calling for a united effort to nurture children as the nation’s most valuable asset. The five-day event, organized by the Department of Women and Child Development, celebrates the talents and aspirations of children, particularly those in need…
Bhubaneswar: Usha Padhee, Principal Secretary of the Housing and Urban Development (H&UD) Department, Odisha, has been nominated by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MHUA) to represent India at the prestigious Affordable Housing Workshop organized by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in Seoul, South Korea. The four-day workshop, which began today, brings together policymakers,…
New Delhi/Bhubaneswar: The unique fragrance of Odisha’s aromatic rice varieties has captivated visitors at the India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2024 in New Delhi. Hosted at the ‘Odisha Mandap,’ the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment showcased the state’s diverse agricultural produce, including aromatic rice and millet-based products, drawing significant attention from shoppers and food…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is home to 2,098 elephants, according to data presented by Forest and Environment Minister Ganesh R Singhkhuntia in the State Assembly today. The Angul forest circle recorded the highest elephant population with 779, followed by Baripada with 431, Berhampur with 177, and Bhubaneswar with 140. Minister Singhkhuntia highlighted that elephants migrate across forests…
Bhubaneswar: In a move aimed at simplifying land transactions and addressing legal bottlenecks, the Odisha government has taken a decisive step to ease the land sale process in the state. The decision came following a review meeting chaired by Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari, with Housing and Urban Development Minister Krushan Chandra Mahapatra…
Bhubaneswar: Leaders of all major political parties in Odisha gathered on Monday for an all-party meeting chaired by Assembly Speaker Surama Padhy, ahead of the upcoming winter session of the Odisha Legislative Assembly. The meeting, held in Bhubaneswar, aimed to ensure a smooth and productive session as the House prepares to convene from November 26…
New Delhi: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the continuation and expansion of the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) under NITI Aayog, allocating a budget of Rs. 2,750 crore for its extended tenure until March 31, 2028. This move underscores the government’s dedication to nurturing a robust innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem,…
