Bhubaneswar: In view of the forthcoming elections in Nabarangpur district, Odisha Chief Electoral Officer Nikunja Bihari Dhal conducted a comprehensive review of the district’s preparedness. The review, held in collaboration with Additional DG Police and State Police Nodal Officer Sanjay Kumar, aimed to ensure robust arrangements for the upcoming electoral process. Accompanied by DIGP (South…
Angul: The 4th Odisha River Conference held on March 21-22 in Angul concluded with a resolute commitment to bolster river conservation education across all sections of society, aiming to rejuvenate the state’s dying and decaying rivers. Organized by Water Initiatives, Foundation for Ecological Security (FES), and 53 partnering organizations worldwide, the conference coincided with the…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has urged the people of Odisha to join the global movement against climate change by observing Earth Hour, an annual event dedicated to raising awareness about environmental conservation and energy efficiency. Taking to social media platform X, Chief Minister Patnaik issued a heartfelt appeal to all residents of Odisha, urging…
Debrigarh: A group of 22 avid hikers from across India embarked on an exhilarating 3-day, 2-night hiking expedition through the picturesque landscapes of Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary. The journey, which commenced on March 21st, saw participants hailing from various states including Andhra Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Kerala, Haryana, Odisha, Karnataka, Chandigarh, Jharkhand,…
Bhubaneswar: In a recent administrative reshuffle, the Odisha Government has appointed Amrit Ruturaj, a 2015 Batch IAS officer, as the new Collector of Dhenkanal District. Ruturaj, who previously served as the Labour Commissioner of Odisha, assumes his new role following a notification issued by the General Administration and Public Grievances Department. His appointment comes after…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant political development, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Odisha has announced its decision to contest all 21 Lok Sabha and 147 Assembly seats independently. State Unit president Manmohan Samal took to X (formerly Twitter) to make the declaration, underlining the party’s commitment to a vision of a developed India and Odisha…
Bhubaneswar: On the occasion of World Water Day, the Department of Water Resources in Odisha convened a strategic dialogue to address pressing water management issues and promote sustainable practices. Emphasizing this year’s theme, ‘Water for Peace’, the discussion aimed to underscore the pivotal role of water in fostering stability and prosperity globally. The session, held…
Bhubaneswar: With the upcoming General and Assembly elections looming in Odisha, the state’s police force has taken proactive measures to combat the spread of fake news and misinformation on social media platforms. A dedicated special unit has been set up, aimed at monitoring and curbing the dissemination of false information during the electoral process. Inspector…
Bhubaneswar: The state of Odisha is engulfed in mourning as news of the demise of former minister and veteran Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leader Damodar Rout spreads. Rout passed away in the early hours of Friday, leaving behind a legacy of service and leadership. Expressing his condolences, Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik took to his…
Bhubaneswar: Former Odisha minister and veteran BJD leader Damodar Rout breathed his last in the early hours of Friday while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Bhubaneswar. He was 82 years old. Rout’s body was brought to his government residence at Unit-VI in Bhubaneswar today, allowing his supporters to pay their final respects to…
