Bhubaneswar: In a seamless electoral process, all three candidates, including two from the BJD, Debashish Samantaray and Subhasish Khuntia, and one from the BJP, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, secured their positions in the Rajya Sabha from Odisha. The election took a swift turn as the candidates filed their papers for the three vacant seats, eliminating…
Bargarh: In a major stride towards comprehensive development, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik visited Bargarh on Tuesday, inaugurating 62 developmental projects worth Rs 2149 crore and laying the foundation stone for 21 additional projects valued at Rs 263.33 crore. The dynamic initiatives encompass diverse sectors, including healthcare, infrastructure, education, and public welfare. Among the key projects…
Bhubaneswar: The vibrant city of Bhubaneswar resonated with the soul-stirring melodies of Sufi music as the 12th Annual Festival of Sufiana, “SAMARPAN,” commenced today at Rabindra Mandap. Organized by the Bhubaneswar Music Circle in collaboration with the Odia Language, Literature, and Culture Department, the three-day festival aims to showcase the rich and mystical heritage of…
Rourkela: In a heart-stopping encounter at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium, India clinched a sensational 8-7 shootout victory against Spain after a 2-2 draw in regulation time during their fifth match of the FIH Hockey Pro League 2023/24. The standout performance came from goalkeeper P.R Sreejesh, who made a crucial save in the shootout to…
Cuttack: In an effort to tackle the increasing instances of street crimes in Cuttack, the Commissionerate Police has introduced a dedicated helpline number for citizens to report incidents such as snatching, provide information on the movement of anti-social elements, miscreants, and report public consumption of liquor. The newly launched direct mobile helpline number is 7978894405….
Bhubaneswar: In a bid to enhance rural connectivity and empower communities, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik launched the Location Accessible Multi-modal Initiative (LAccMI) bus service in Subarnapur, Cuttack, Jharsuguda, Kandhamal, and Sambalpur districts. The inauguration, conducted through video conferencing, marked a significant step towards establishing a seamless public transport network across the state. Expressing the government’s commitment…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to address the evolving landscape of industries and employment, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated the two-day ‘NUA Odisha Global Summit on Growth and Employment’ in the city today. The summit aims to analyze trends in emerging growth sectors, industries, and skills, providing insights into necessary skill training for the youth…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant development, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik laid the foundation stone today for the transformation of the renowned Dr. Harekrushna Mahatab State Library in Bhubaneswar. This ambitious initiative is a collaborative effort between the Department of Culture, Government of Odisha, and Odisha Mining Corporation Limited (OMC). The event also marked the official inauguration…
Bhubaneswar: Taking a stride towards empowering women entrepreneurs, Kartik Pandian, Chairman of 5T and Nabin Odisha, recently inspected the ongoing construction of the Mission Shakti Bazaar in the heart of Bhubaneswar. This expansive marketplace, developed under the 5T initiative, is on the brink of completion and is poised to become a beacon for women-led entrepreneurship….
Bhubaneswar: A two-day ‘Global Summit on Growth and Employment’ has kicked off in Bhubaneswar as part of the ‘Nua Odisha’ initiative by the state government. Over 500 influential figures from diverse industries, more than 100 distinguished speakers, policymakers, officials, and experts in the field of skill development are actively participating in this significant event. Odisha…
