Bhubaneswar: Amid growing concerns over a potential cyclone in Odisha this October, a cyclonic circulation has formed over the Bay of Bengal, fueling speculation about a possible storm in the coming days, based on multiple weather model predictions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) announced that a cyclonic circulation developed over the central Andaman Sea on…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, along with Industries Minister Sampad Swain, took part in a high-profile investor meet in Mumbai, engaging with prominent industrialists to discuss key projects and investment opportunities for the state. The Chief Minister held discussions with notable business leaders, including JSW Group Chairman Sajjan Jindal, Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal,…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi underscored the state’s burgeoning prominence in the chemicals and petrochemicals sector during his address at the ‘India Chem 2024’ event held in Mumbai. He pointed to the increasing demand from core industries, particularly steel and aluminium, as a driving force behind this growth. At the forefront of Odisha’s…
Boudh: In a proactive move to evaluate the law and order situation in the region, Director General of Police (DGP) YB Khurania visited Boudh on Friday. His visit comes as part of the ongoing efforts to strengthen security measures in areas affected by Maoist insurgency. During his time in Boudh, DGP Khurania convened a meeting…
Cuttack: The Odisha government is setting an ambitious target to procure 86 lakh tonnes of paddy this year, and to streamline the transportation process during procurement, the State Transport Authority (STA) has put forth several key recommendations to address significant delays in loading and unloading operations. In an official press release, the Transport Commissioner emphasized…
Jajpur: In a swift and decisive operation, the Jajpur district administration successfully rescued six children who were subjected to bonded labour in various local units. The rescue operation was launched on Thursday following a tip-off and involved a special task force comprising the District Child Protection Officer (DCPO), local police, revenue officials, and members of…
Bhubaneswar: As the Diwali festival approaches, the East Coast Railway (ECoR) has ramped up its efforts to ensure passenger safety by launching a special drive targeting the illegal transportation of firecrackers and other inflammable items on trains. ECoR has made it clear that carrying dangerous goods such as firecrackers, gas cylinders, acids, petrol, and kerosene…
Bhubaneswar: In a moment of pride and enthusiasm, Odisha welcomed the “Trophy Gaurav Yatra” today as it made a grand and symbolic stop in the state ahead of the upcoming Bihar Women’s Asian Hockey Championship Trophy 2024. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the iconic Peace Pagoda at Dhauligiri, senior officials from the Sports &…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to bolster the welfare of workers in Odisha, the state government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, has announced increased benefits for construction workers and enhanced wage structures for unskilled, semi-skilled, skilled, and highly skilled laborers. The Cabinet has approved an increase in accidental death benefits for…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has initiated an investigation into allegations of irregularities in the Computer-Based Recruitment Examination 2024, conducted by the Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC). The move comes after several candidates raised concerns about potential unfair practices in the recruitment process. The examination, held in September, was conducted for various posts, including Revenue Inspector,…
