Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik Unveils Irrigation Projects Worth Over Rs 3,000 Crore in Odisha

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for a slew of irrigation projects collectively valued at more than Rs 3,000 crore during a ceremony on Saturday. The inauguration comprised six projects with a cumulative cost of Rs 131 crore spread across four districts, while foundation stones were laid for an additional…

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Tata Power Southern Odisha Distribution Limited (TPSODL) Clinches ‘Best CSR Project of the Year’ Award at Indian Social Impact Awards 2024

Berhampur: In a moment of pride, Tata Power Southern Odisha Distribution Limited (TPSODL) has been honored with the esteemed ‘Best CSR Project of the Year’ award at the Indian Social Impact Awards 2024. The recognition comes in acknowledgment of the significant positive impact created by TPSODL through its Livelihood Enhancement Programme under Project ‘SAKSHAM,’ aimed…

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Odisha Government Enhances Stipend for Multilingual Education Volunteers to Boost Tribal Education

Bhubaneswar: In a significant move towards promoting education among tribal children in the state, the Department of Schools and Public Education has deployed Multilingual Education Volunteers (MLE(EV)) in tribal districts. This initiative aims to attract tribal children towards education and bridge educational gaps in these regions. The concerns and challenges faced by these volunteers were…

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BDA Introduces Night Jungle Safari to Ekamra Walks in Bharatpur

Bhubaneswar: The Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) has unveiled an exciting addition to the Ekamra Walks experience – the Night Jungle Safari in Bharatpur. Commencing on March 1, this new venture promises an exhilarating exploration of the wilderness under the shroud of night, offering a thrilling nocturnal perspective to Bhubaneswar’s cherished heritage walk series. The Night…

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Baristha Nagarika Tirtha Yatra Yojana (BNTYY) Embarks on its 10th Journey: A Spiritual Sojourn for Senior Citizens

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated the 10th trip of the Baristha Nagarika Tirtha Yatra Yojana (BNTYY) from Balasore Railway Station today. The pilgrimage train, approved during the 2023-24 period, will carry 970 pilgrims along with 30 Escort Officers from the districts of Balasore, Bhadrak, Keonjhar, Mayurbhanj, and Jajpur on a spiritual journey to Agra-Mathura….

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Odisha Launches Nutrition at Doorstep Programme: Distribution of Chicks to Combat Malnutrition and Anaemia

Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards addressing malnutrition and anaemia, Ranendra Pratap Swain, Minister of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment and Fisheries and Animal Resources Development, flagged off the distribution of chicks to over seven lakh families under the Nutrition at Doorstep Programme. The event, held at Krushi Bhawan, saw officials from all districts participating via video…

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Cuttack’s Unique Silver Filigree Granted Geographical Indication (GI) Tag

Bhubaneswar: Cuttack’s renowned Rupa Tarakasi, or silver filigree, a distinctive craft exclusive to Odisha, has received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag from the Geographical Indication Registry in Chennai. This accolade brings the total number of products with GI tags in Odisha to 26. The Odisha State Cooperative Handicrafts Corporation Ltd (UTKALIKA) took the initiative to…

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Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik Inaugurates Teaching Hospitals, Marks Milestone in Healthcare Sector

Bhubaneswar: In a significant development for the health education and healthcare sector in Odisha, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated teaching hospitals in five government medical colleges and laid the foundation for the transformation of four medical colleges in the state. The inauguration ceremony witnessed the Chief Minister dedicating 650-bedded Bhima Bhoi Medical College & Hospital…

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