Bhubaneswar: For over half a century, the Modern Book Depot has been a cornerstone of literary culture in Bhubaneswar. Founded in 1970 by Om Prakash’s father, this iconic bookstore has served as a sanctuary for bibliophiles and a beacon of knowledge in the heart of the city. Now, after 54 years, the bookstore faces potential…
Bhubaneswar: On the occasion of World Breastfeeding Week, the Directorate of Family Welfare and UNICEF highlighted Odisha’s commendable progress in breastfeeding practices. According to the NFHS-5 survey, 68.5% of infants in Odisha are breastfed within the first hour of birth, a figure significantly higher than the national average of 41.8%. The state’s rate of exclusive…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has reported a robust growth in its State GST (OGST + IGST Settlement) collection for July 2024, achieving a total of Rs. 2035.18 crore. This marks a 24.98% increase compared to the Rs. 1628.43 crore collected in July 2023. The cumulative State GST collection up to July 2024 stands at Rs. 8866.95 crore,…
Bhubaneswar: The Rural Development Department has officially mandated the use of Odia for all departmental operations, as announced in a recent directive from Principal Secretary Sanjay Kumar Singh. This move underscores the department’s commitment to promoting the regional language and ensuring its prominence in official communications. According to the new order, all office documents, correspondence,…
Bhubaneswar: On Thursday, Industries Minister Sampad Chandra Swain conducted a comprehensive review of the Seafood Park at Deras, assessing various ongoing projects and engaging with stakeholders. During his visit, Minister Swain toured multiple enterprises within the park and assured stakeholders that their concerns would be addressed promptly. The Seafood Park spans 151 acres, of which…
Bhubaneswar: Dr. Soumya Swaminathan, former Chief Scientist of the World Health Organization (WHO) and Chairperson of the MS Swaminathan Research Foundation (MSSRF), met with Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo on Thursday. During the meeting at the Lok Seva Bhavan, Dr. Swaminathan invited Singh Deo to an international conference on a hunger-free world, set…
New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday praised Biju Janata Dal President Naveen Patnaik for his outstanding disaster management strategies, crediting his leadership with transforming Odisha into a model of disaster preparedness and response. During a discussion in the Rajya Sabha about the recent landslides in Wayanad, Shah highlighted Patnaik’s disaster management policies…
Bhubaneswar: In a crucial meeting this afternoon, Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja reviewed the status of water levels in various river basins and reservoirs, including the Hirakud reservoir, and discussed the preparedness and precautionary measures of various departments and districts due to low pressure-induced rainfall across the state. The review meeting saw the participation of Development…
Bhubaneswar: The Skill Development & Technical Education Department of Odisha has announced three major initiatives aimed at enhancing the quality of diploma-level education in the state. The announcements, made during an event graced by the Minister Sampad Chandra Swain, include the publication of the 2024 Polytechnic Rankings, the inauguration of integrated websites for key educational…
Bhubaneswar: Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary, Department of Water Resources, Anu Garg, IAS, held a comprehensive review on flood management with senior engineers of the department on July 29, 2024. The meeting focused on the current flood scenario resulting from the release of water from the Hirakud reservoir and its downstream impact. During the review, Garg…
