Bhubaneswar: In a move to strengthen the use of Odia in government functions, the Odia Bhasa Pratisthan inaugurated a specialized training program for over 100 government officials today at Sanskruti Bhavan’s conference hall. The two-day workshop, running from November 12-13, aims to enhance officials’ proficiency in using Odia for official documentation and communication. The program was…
Bhubaneswar: In a decisive move to combat Maoist violence, Odisha’s Director General of Police (DGP) YB Khurania has outlined a comprehensive plan to strengthen anti-Naxal operations in Kandhamal district. The DGP’s strategy aims to address the recent uptick in Maoist activity as groups seek refuge in the region after being driven out of neighboring Chhattisgarh….
Bhubaneswar: The highly anticipated ‘Sishu Mahotsav 2024 – Suravi’ was inaugurated today at the Capital High School in Bhubaneswar, celebrating young talent across Odisha. The three-day state-level children’s festival, organized by the Department of School and Mass Education, kicked off with a vibrant ceremony attended by students, educators, and government officials. Nityananda Gond, Minister of School…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is set to disburse the first tranche of funds to 20 lakh beneficiaries under the third phase of the Subhadra Yojana on November 24. Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida confirmed the preparations for the upcoming disbursement, marking another step in the state’s commitment to supporting women and children through this flagship…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Energy, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, presented the state’s forward-looking energy transition strategy at the Power Minister’s Conference at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi. Accompanied by the Principal Secretary of Energy, Singh Deo emphasized Odisha’s leadership in power sector reforms and its commitment to a sustainable, low-carbon energy future aligned…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move towards eradicating malnutrition in Odisha, the Department of Women and Child Development (W&CD), in collaboration with UNICEF, organized a State-Level Take Home Ration (THR) Conclave at Mayfair Lagoon. The event, aimed at addressing nutrition issues and exploring best practices in the distribution of nutrition supplements, was graced by Prabhati Parida, Deputy…
Bhubaneswar: As part of the year-long celebrations marking the 125th birth anniversary of Dr. Harekrushna Mahatab, the renowned statesman and intellectual, a special art camp dedicated to his life and contributions was held at the Kalinga Art Gallery, Bhubaneswar. The camp, which took place from November 10 to 12, featured 30 distinguished artists from various districts…
Bhubaneswar: In a major step toward enhancing urban mobility and accessibility, Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT) has become a digital ticketing seller on the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) platform. This integration marks a significant advancement in CRUT’s mission to improve the commuting experience by offering more versatile and convenient ticketing options. The first ticket…
Bhubaneswar: The 5th EMRS National Cultural and Literary Fest, along with the Kala Utsav 2024, titled UDBHAV, was inaugurated today in a grand ceremony in Bhubaneswar. Over 1,400 students from 22 states have gathered to participate in this national event, which celebrates the cultural and literary diversity of Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS). The inaugural…
Bhubaneswar: The heritage well adjacent to the historic Ananta Vasudeva temple in Bhubaneswar has been filled in, sparking controversy and concern from heritage advocates and local stakeholders. Located within a protected zone around the 13th-century temple, the well was once used for preparing temple prasad (sacred offerings) before piped water became accessible. Concrete platforms are…
