Bhubaneswar: The Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of Odisha, is set to launch a Mass Drug Administration (MDA) campaign aimed at eliminating Lymphatic Filariasis in the state. The campaign will run from August 10 to August 19, 2024, across 11 districts. A media sensitization workshop was held today in the Conference Hall of…
New Delhi: In a significant move to enhance India’s railway infrastructure, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved eight key railway projects with a total estimated cost of ₹24,657 crore. These projects aim to improve connectivity, efficiency, and service reliability across Indian Railways, aligning with the Prime Minister’s…
Bhubaneswar: Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singhdeo chaired a detailed review meeting on Friday at the Lok Seva Bhavan, focusing on the ongoing implementation of the Samruddha Krushak Yojana. The discussions centered on enhancing paddy procurement processes and providing adequate support to farmers under the scheme. Singhdeo underscored the need to ensure that Rabi and…
Bhubaneswar: In a major stride toward expanding educational opportunities in Odisha, Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj inaugurated 14 new Government Degree colleges across eight districts via video conferencing on Friday. The newly launched colleges are located in some of the most underserved areas, including Tiring (Mayurbhanj), Thuamul Rampur (Kalahandi), Gurundia and Nuagaon (Sundargarh), Bandhugaon and…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi revealed on Friday that the state government is set to launch a new pension scheme for the families of freedom fighters under the ‘Kutumba’ Scheme. The announcement came during the Kranti Divas celebration, marking the anniversary of the Quit India Movement. Chief Minister Majhi highlighted that the scheme…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Conference of Youth (OCOY) on climate change, a three-day event accredited by the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change and UN India, was inaugurated today at KT Global School in Khurda. Organized by the Youth4Water Plus campaign with support from UNICEF Odisha, the conference aims to equip young leaders with the…
Bhubaneswar: The Commerce and Transport Department of Odisha is ramping up its efforts to curb road accidents and fatalities, particularly in rural areas and high-risk districts. In a crucial meeting held at Kharavela Bhavan, Principal Secretary Usha Padhi led discussions aimed at enhancing road safety measures across the state. The meeting was attended by Transport Commissioner…
Bhubaneswar: In a pioneering move towards ensuring round-the-clock access to food grains for public distribution system (PDS) beneficiaries, Odisha launched a standalone grain dispensing solution. The Annapurti Grain ATM, inaugurated today at Mancheswar in Bhubaneswar, marks a significant step in the state’s ongoing efforts to achieve nutritional security. The innovative Annapurti solution was unveiled by…
Bhubaneswar: As the 77th Independence Day approaches, Odisha’s Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) are gearing up for celebrations with a renewed spirit of patriotism. In a review meeting held via video conference, Principal Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Usha Padhee, assessed the preparedness of ULBs across the state. The meeting, which included DMA Debasis Singh,…
Bhubaneswar: The Department of Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities welcomed a Japanese delegation to discuss the potential establishment of a vocational training institute or university for visually impaired individuals in Odisha. In a meeting held on Thursday, Bishnupada Sethi, IAS Principal Secretary, engaged with the delegation to explore the proposal. Ryuchi Aoki, Principal…
