Bhubaneswar – In response to the alarming rise in elephant deaths across Odisha, the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) has called for an urgent performance report from wildlife protection squads deployed throughout the state. The move comes after over 40 elephant fatalities were reported in the current fiscal year, raising concerns about the effectiveness…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT) celebrated its 63rd Foundation Day with a special event where Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi praised the institution’s remarkable contribution to the state’s agricultural development. Speaking at the ceremony, Majhi emphasized the vital role OUAT has played in Odisha’s transformation into a surplus rice-producing state through the…
Bhubaneswar: In a major relief for students, Odisha’s Higher Education Minister, Suryabanshi Suraj, has announced that students who enrolled in the first phase of the +3 admission process can now reapply during the ongoing second phase. This change in policy comes after numerous appeals from students and parents, providing them with another opportunity to secure seats…
New Delhi: Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan, known affectionately as “Gabbar” by fans and teammates, has officially announced his retirement from all formats of international cricket and the Indian Premier League (IPL). The decision marks the end of a remarkable career that spanned over a decade, during which Dhawan became one of India’s most dynamic and entertaining…
Bhubaneswar: The dengue outbreak in Odisha has escalated, with confirmed cases surpassing 2,400, according to a statement from the State Public Health Director on Friday. The two districts most severely impacted are Khurda and Sundergarh. Director of Public Health Nilakantha Mishra reported that as of Thursday, the total number of dengue cases in the state has…
Bhubaneswar: Junior doctors in Odisha have decided to end their strike and return to their duties by midnight today, following a commitment from the State government to implement a new policy aimed at ensuring a safe work environment in healthcare facilities. The resolution came after a meeting led by the Commissioner-cum-Secretary of Health and Family Welfare…
Bhubaneswar: The Khurda Road-Balangir Rail Line Project, a crucial infrastructure initiative under Indian Railways, is making significant progress despite facing extraordinary engineering challenges, particularly in tunnel construction. Spanning 301 kilometers, the project aims to improve connectivity in remote regions of Odisha and is under close monitoring by the Ministry of Railways to ensure timely completion. Key…
Bhubaneswar: A special sensitization programme titled “Odia Language: A Teaching Aid in Technical Education” was conducted at the College of IT & Management Education (CIME) in Bhubaneswar. The event, aimed at promoting the use of Odia as a medium for teaching and learning in technical education, witnessed the participation of prominent dignitaries and educationists. Minister…
Bhubaneswar: National Space Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm today at the Odisha Space Research Application Centre (ORSAC). The event, which marked the nation’s pride in its recent space achievements, was graced by Odisha’s Minister for Science & Technology, Krushna Chandra Patra. Joining as the Guest of Honour, Principal Secretary to the Science and Technology…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha will celebrate its first-ever State-Level Local Self-Government Day this year. The announcement was made following a meeting chaired by Housing and Urban Development Minister Dr. Krushnachandra Mahapatra, who emphasized that the celebration should break from tradition and be observed in a unique and meaningful way. The meeting, held in the State Assembly, saw…
