Bhubaneswar: Celebrating World Forestry Day, Odisha reaffirmed its commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable development. The state has made remarkable strides in expanding its forest and tree cover, gaining 893 square kilometers over the past two assessment years, as per the Forest Survey of India Report 2021. At an event held at Jayadev Bhawan, officials emphasized…
Bhubaneswar: Former Odisha Minister and veteran leader Dr. Damodar Rout (81) has been declared braindead after suffering a cardiac arrest. He is currently admitted to Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS) hospital and is in critical condition, as confirmed by his son and MLA Sambit Routray on Thursday. “My father’s heart started functioning after CPR…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha weightlifters shine at the ASMITA Khelo India Women’s Inter-Zonal Weightlifting National Ranking Tournament 2023-24, held in Himachal Pradesh, clinching the team championship title in the senior category. Among the highlights, Mina Santa from Odisha was crowned the best lifter in the youth category, adding to the state’s glory. With a formidable contingent of…
New Delhi: In a bid to ensure a level playing field in the forthcoming Lok Sabha Elections 2024, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued transfer orders for non-cadre officers holding leadership positions as District Magistrate (DM) and Superintendent of Police (SP) in four states: Gujarat, Punjab, Odisha, and West Bengal. The decision, aimed…
Bhubaneswar: The Regional Center of the India Meteorological Department (IMD) in Bhubaneswar has forecasted a notable increase in day temperatures across the state in the coming week. According to the IMD, most parts of Odisha are expected to experience a rise in day temperatures by 8°C to 10°C over the next few days. Some interior…
Bhubaneswar: The latest report by the Association of Democratic Reforms (ADR) has shed light on the financial profiles of legislators in Odisha, revealing Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik as the wealthiest MLA in the state, with assets amounting to Rs 63 crore. According to the ADR report, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik possesses immovable assets worth Rs…
Bhubaneswar: The World Skill Center in Bhubaneswar became the vibrant hub of empowerment as it hosted the Swakalpa Sahajog ‘Small Loans for Bigger Smiles’ event, aimed at empowering nano-entrepreneurs through access to credit. This event served as a beacon of hope and inspiration, highlighting the transformative power of small loans in nurturing thriving businesses and…
Bhubaneswar: Bhubaneswar, the capital city of Odisha, made history on Wednesday as it recorded its lowest maximum temperature for the month of March, according to data released by the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD). The city witnessed a maximum temperature of 19.2 degrees Celsius, breaking a 54-year-old record. Previously, Bhubaneswar had reported its lowest maximum day…
Bhubaneswar: The Meteorological Centre Bhubaneswar, under the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), has predicted relatively stable maximum day temperatures in the next 24 hours across the region. According to the forecast, there will be no significant change in the maximum day temperature, with a slight rise expected by 8 to 10 degrees Celsius in most places…
Bhubaneswar: To enhance road safety and curb traffic violations, the Bhubaneswar Traffic Department has rolled out stringent measures targeting individuals caught jumping red lights within the city limits. According to DCP PK Rout, jumping a red light in the Odisha capital will now result in the immediate suspension of the driver’s license and legal action….
