Bhubaneswar: World Organ Donation Day was commemorated today at the Conference Hall of Loka Seva Bhawan, where the state of Odisha recognized the invaluable contributions of deceased organ donors. The event aimed to encourage the public to save lives by pledging to donate their healthy and valuable organs after death. Health and Family Welfare Minister…
Gopalpur: Odisha is setting its sights on becoming the cleanest state in India, with Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) across the state rallying together to achieve this ambitious goal. At a zonal-level workshop on Swachh Survekshan, held in Gopalpur by the Housing and Urban Development Department, the state government reaffirmed its commitment to supporting ULBs in their…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to streamline electricity bill payments at the Gram Panchayat level, the Odisha Government, in collaboration with Tata Power Ltd, has launched the Government Consumer Management System (GCMS) portal and a corresponding mobile application. This initiative is designed to ensure timely payment of electricity bills, improve transparency, and enhance accountability in…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has officially declared ‘Bhang,’ a preparation made from the leaves or small stalks of the Indian Hemp Plant (Cannabis Sativa), as an intoxicant. This declaration was made through a notification issued by the Excise Department on Monday. The notification states, “In exercise of the powers conferred by clause (t) of section…
New Delhi: East Coast Railway (ECoR) has embarked on a transformative initiative by adopting advanced ballastless track technology in the construction of new railway tunnels within its jurisdiction. This strategic move is poised to enhance the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of rail transport, particularly in the challenging environments of tunnel construction. The initial implementation of…
New Delhi: Pramod Bhagat, the celebrated para shuttler who won gold at the Tokyo Paralympics, has been handed an 18-month suspension by the Badminton World Federation (BWF) due to multiple whereabouts failures. This suspension, announced on Tuesday, will result in Bhagat missing the upcoming Paris Paralympic Games. The BWF revealed that Bhagat violated anti-doping regulations…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s forests are witnessing a positive trend in elephant conservation, as revealed by the Odisha Elephant Census 2024. The census, announced on World Elephant Day by Susant Nanda, the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) for Wildlife, shows an increase in the elephant population within the state’s forest divisions. The 2024 census recorded 2,098…
Bhubaneswar: In a pivotal review meeting held at Kharavel Bhawan on Monday, Odisha’s Housing and Urban Development (H&UD) Minister, Krushna Chandra Mahapatra, charted out an ambitious roadmap for the Odisha State Housing Board (OSHB). The discussions centered on the board’s current projects, future expansion plans, and the implementation of key housing schemes across the state….
Bhubaneswar: Former Odisha Chief Minister and Leader of the Opposition in the State Assembly, Naveen Patnaik, has called for the personal intervention of Union Science & Technology Minister, Dr. Jitendra Singh, to ensure the continuation of the prestigious UNESCO Kalinga Prize, a symbol of Odia identity and pride. In a letter addressed to the Union…
Bhubaneswar: In a rare and exciting occurrence, first-time safari tourists at Debrigarh Sanctuary were thrilled to spot the elusive Wild Dog, also known as Dhole or Balua Kukura in Odia, during a safari on 10th August. The sighting took place at around 3:30 PM near the Deer Zone of the safari route. The Wild Dog, an…
