Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government has appointed senior IAS officer Arabinda Kumar Padhee as the new Chief Administrator of Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA). This decision, announced on Thursday, sees Padhee replacing V.V. Yadav in this prestigious role. A notification issued by the Law Department stated, “In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (1) of section…
Bhubaneswar: The ST & SC Development, Minorities, and Backward Classes Welfare Department of Odisha has commenced a two-day State-Level Conference for District Welfare Officers (DWOs) and Project Administrators of Integrated Tribal Development Agencies (PA ITDAs). The first day of the conference, held on July 11th, was dedicated to discussions centered around the District Welfare Officers….
Bhubaneswar: Usha Padhee officially assumed her duties as Principal Secretary of the Housing and Urban Development (H&UD) Department. Shortly after taking charge, she engaged with senior officers of the department, outlining her vision and strategic direction for its future. During the discussion, Padhee emphasized the department’s prestigious national reputation and articulated a clear path forward….
Bhubaneswar: To improve workers’ livelihoods, the Odisha Government has approved a hike in minimum wage rates for various categories of employees across the state. The decision, cleared by the Cabinet on Wednesday, reflects the government’s commitment to aligning wages with current economic conditions and the rising cost of living. Under the provisions of the Minimum…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has achieved a significant milestone as thirty skilled drivers from the state are poised to start lucrative careers in Japan. In a ceremony held today at Kharavel Bhavan, Bibhuti Bhusan Jena, Minister of Commerce and Transport, Steel, and Mines Department, honored these drivers for their success and extended his best wishes. Minister Jena…
Bhubaneswar: Krushna Chandra Mahapatra, Minister of Housing & Urban Development, convened a pivotal interactive session today at the Conference Hall of SUDA, Bhubaneswar. The session brought together senior officials including G Mathivathanan, Additional Chief Secretary, and esteemed development partners of the Housing & Urban Development department. The meeting served as a platform to celebrate and…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, approved five significant proposals on Wednesday, including the creation of a Rs 200 crore corpus fund for Odia Asmita Bhavan, the establishment of the Odia Translation Akademi, and a hike in minimum wages for various categories of workers. During a press briefing, Chief Minister…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant crackdown on cybercrime, the Cyber Crime Unit of the Crime Investigation Department (CID), Crime Branch, Odisha, has arrested 15 individuals involved in a series of high-profile crypto, stock, and IPO investment frauds. This organized gang of cybercriminals was operating under the guise of investment schemes promising high returns, deceiving many unsuspecting…
Paradip: Paradip Port Authority (PPA) has achieved a historic milestone in its operational history, handling an unprecedented 41.12 Million Metric Tons (MMT) of cargo within the first 100 days of the fiscal year 2024-25. This remarkable performance sets a new record for the port, marking a 4.78% growth compared to the 39.25 MMT achieved during…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha State Government celebrated a significant milestone today during the 130th State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA) Meeting, chaired by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja, IAS. The meeting led to the approval of 26 projects valued at INR 5,992.92 crores, poised to transform Odisha’s economic landscape and reinforce its status as a premier…
