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…
Bhubaneswar: On International Day for Persons with Disabilities, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi once again showcased his deep empathy and commitment to fostering an inclusive society. On Tuesday morning, he engaged directly with citizens, including those with disabilities, in a heartfelt gesture of support and recognition. The Chief Minister began his day by welcoming…
Bhubaneswar: A productive meeting was held today between the members of the Odisha State Kendu Leaf Organisation and Deputy Chief Minister KV Singh Deo at the Odisha Legislative Assembly. During the meeting, the representatives from the Kendu Leaf Organisation presented their key demands and issues, with a primary focus on increasing the income of kendu…
Bhubaneswar: Renowned Bollywood producer and director Ekta Kapoor met Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday at his chamber in the Odisha Legislative Assembly to express gratitude for making her film, The Sabarmati Report, tax-free in the state. Kapoor thanked the Chief Minister for the gesture, which she said would help bring the truth of…
Bhubaneswar: In the past three years, 233 migrant workers from Odisha have tragically lost their lives while working in other states, Labour and Employees’ State Insurance Minister Ganesh Ram Singkhuntia informed the Odisha Assembly on Tuesday. Responding to a question from Choudwar-Cuttack MLA Souvic Biswal, the Minister provided district-wise data, revealing that Ganjam accounted for…
Bhubaneswar: Over the past five years, Odisha has reported the deaths of 34 leopards and three Royal Bengal Tigers in its forests, highlighting challenges in wildlife conservation. The data was shared by Forests, Environment, and Climate Change Minister Ganesh Ram Singkhuntia in response to a query from Congress MLA Tara Prasad Bahinipati during the Odisha…
Bhubaneswar: The Commissionerate Police has issued traffic regulations in light of President Droupadi Murmu’s five-day visit to Odisha, commencing December 3. The restrictions, aimed at ensuring smooth traffic flow and bolstering security, will be in effect from December 3 to 6, with specified roads and lanes temporarily closed during particular hours. Traffic Restrictions Schedule: Tuesday:…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has witnessed a steady decline in its birth rate, as revealed by the 2020 Sample Registration Survey (SRS). The state’s birth rate was recorded at 17.7, significantly lower than the national average of 19.5, according to Health and Family Welfare Minister Mukesh Mahaling. The Minister shared the data in the Odisha Assembly on…
Bhubaneswar: A staggering 769 cases of rape involving minors were reported in Odisha between June 10, 2024, and November 22, 2024, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi revealed in the Odisha Assembly on Monday. The data, presented in a written response to a question by Khariar BJD MLA Adhiraj Mohan Panigrahi, underscores the growing urgency to…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is facing a significant shortage in its police force, with 13,373 posts lying vacant, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi informed the Assembly on Monday. Alongside this, the state’s Fire Service Department has 481 unfilled positions, the Home Guard force has 2,416 vacancies, and jails and sub-jails are operating with 862 positions unoccupied. The…
