Odisha Cabinet Approves Key Amendments to Universities Act for Higher Education Reform

Bhubaneswar: In a landmark decision aimed at bolstering higher education in Odisha, the state cabinet on Saturday approved amendments to the Odisha Universities Act, 1989. The changes are intended to address longstanding challenges in governance, recruitment, and academic excellence across universities in the state. An official statement highlighted that the amendments will empower universities with…

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Odisha Renewable Energy Roundtable Highlights State’s Clean Energy Vision

New Delhi: Odisha’s Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment and Energy, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, chaired the Odisha Renewable Energy Roundtable in New Delhi on November 22, 2024. Organized by the Society for Legal and Policy Research and Idam Infrastructure Advisory Pvt. Ltd., the event brought together policymakers, industry leaders, and…

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NASSCOM Technology Confluence 2024: Bhubaneswar Hosts Key Discussions on Emerging Technologies

Bhubaneswar: The National Association of Software and Service Companies (NASSCOM), in collaboration with the Electronics and IT Department of the Government of Odisha, hosted the Bhubaneswar edition of its flagship event, NASSCOM Technology Confluence (NTC) 2024. The event brought Odisha’s growing prominence in India’s IT landscape to the forefront while fostering critical discussions on transformative…

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AIIMS Bhubaneswar’s Dr Manita Tamang Wins UC Chakroborty Award for Pediatric Surgery Research

Bhubaneswar: AIIMS Bhubaneswar has once again made headlines with a momentous achievement as Dr. Manita Tamang, a final-year Senior Resident in the Department of Pediatric Surgery, was conferred the coveted UC Chakroborty Award at IAPSCON 2024, held at AIIMS Rishikesh. This award is regarded as the highest honor for exceptional research among Pediatric Surgery residents…

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Odisha Showcases Culture, Craft, and Vision for Growth at IITF 2024 State Day Celebration

New Delhi: Odisha’s vibrant culture, unique art forms, and ambitious developmental vision took center stage at the Odisha State Day Celebrations during the 43rd India International Trade Fair (IITF) at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on Friday. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi graced the occasion as the chief guest, emphasizing the importance of promoting Odisha’s…

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Odisha CM Celebrates State’s Culture and Outlines Vision for Development at Odisha Parva 2024

New Delhi: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi took center stage at the vibrant Odisha Parva 2024, a three-day festival organized by Odia Samaj in New Delhi, where he celebrated the state’s rich cultural heritage and unveiled a robust vision for its future development. The event, which aims to bring the traditions and culture of…

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Odisha Govt Distributes Financial Aid to Goshalas for Cattle Welfare Initiatives

Bhubaneswar: To promote animal welfare, Gokulananda Mallick, Odisha’s Minister of Fisheries and Animal Resources Development, distributed financial assistance to registered goshalas in the state on Friday. The event was held at the Swaminathan Hall, Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT), where Mallick emphasized the importance of safeguarding the health and security of animals and…

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Odisha Launches English Communication Training for Elementary Teachers

Bhubaneswar: To enhance English communication skills among elementary teachers, the State Institute for Languages and Teachers Training (SILTT), Odisha, in collaboration with Azim Premji University (APU), Bangalore, has initiated the English Language Enrichment Course. This program aims to empower teachers across Odisha with better English proficiency to improve the quality of education in classrooms. The…

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Odisha Signs MoUs to Enhance Irrigation Efficiency and Agricultural Water Management

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Department of Water Resources (DoWR) has signed two significant Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with the Indian Council of Agricultural Research–Indian Institute of Water Management (ICAR-IIWM), Bhubaneswar, and the Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar (XIMB). The agreements were formalized on November 19, 2024, at Rajiv Bhawan, in the presence of Smt. Anu Garg,…

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