Bhubaneswar: In a significant development, the Home Department, Excise Department, and Forest and Environment Department in Odisha conducted a comprehensive review of cases against tribals in the state, following the directive of Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik. During the review meeting held on Wednesday, it was decided that a total of 48,018 cases related to forest…
Cuttack: In a significant development for sports enthusiasts in Odisha, the Chairman of 5T and Nabin Odisha, Kartik Pandian, visited Barabati Stadium in Cuttack to discuss cricket development plans with Odisha Cricket Association (OCA) President Pranab Prakash Das and other officials. The visit, directed by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, focused on transforming the Barabati cricket…
Bhubaneswar: Taking a proactive stance on mitigating the escalating human-animal conflict, the Odisha Forest Department has launched a specialized training program for its personnel. The training focuses on equipping them with the skills to effectively utilize modern equipment, aiming to minimize instances of conflict. Currently, the training session is in progress at the Nandankanan Zoological…
Berhampur: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the permanent campus of the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Berhampur, located at Laudigaon in the Rangeilunda block of Ganjam district, through a virtual ceremony on Tuesday. Previously operating from the transit campus of ITI, Berhampur, since the academic year 2016-17, the new permanent campus is…
Sambalpur: Union Minister for Education and Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Dharmendra Pradhan, inaugurated India’s first Skill India Centre (SIC) in Sambalpur on Tuesday. The SIC aims to democratize access to quality education and create a level playing field for the youth by offering low-cost courses in high-demand job roles. Addressing the youth at the event,…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to resolve longstanding land-related issues, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik distributed Record of Rights (ROR) or land pattas to 10,000 Sikkim ryots from 26 districts during a special function on Tuesday in Bhubaneswar. Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Patnaik emphasized that addressing the concerns of the people has been the topmost…
Bhubaneswar: Union Communications Minister Aswini Vaishnaw launched five Commemorative Postage Stamps today, paying tribute to the legendary poets Bhima Bhoi and Gangadhar Meher of Odisha. The event took place via video conferencing from Bhubaneswar. In addition to the stamp release, 42 Branch Post Offices across seven districts of Western Odisha were inaugurated during the ceremony,…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant announcement, Minister of Railways, Communications, and Electronics & Information Technology, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, revealed that the long-awaited Puri-Konark Rail Line has received the official nod from Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji. A sanctioned budget of ₹492 Crores has been allocated for the construction of this 32-kilometer rail line, fulfilling…
Bhubaneswar: A groundbreaking chapter in the realm of sports unfolded in Odisha as the inaugural batch of fifteen promising local footballers was introduced at the AIFF-FIFA Talent Academy in Bhubaneswar. The ceremony, graced by esteemed dignitaries including Sports Director Shri Siddhartha Das, Joint Secretary Shri Bijayananda Naik, Technical Director of AIFF Syed Sabir Pasha, Secretary…
Bhubaneswar: In a momentous recognition of the stellar achievements of hockey players hailing from Odisha, the state government has declared cash awards to honour their outstanding performances on the international stage. The announced awards underscore Odisha’s rich legacy in the sport and its commitment to nurturing and celebrating talent. Amit Rohidas and Deep Grace Ekka,…
