Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards bolstering agricultural support mechanisms, the 62nd State Level Co-ordination Committee on Crop Insurance (SLCCCI) convened today under the guidance of Chief Secretary Pradeep Kumar Jena at the Second Floor Conference Hall of Lok Seva Bhawan. The meeting, chaired by Chief Secretary Jena, the highest State level authority for the…
Bhubaneswar: The second State Cooperative Development Committee (SCDC) convened today under the chairmanship of Chief Secretary Pradeep Kumar Jena at the Second Floor Conference Hall of Lok Seva Bhawan. The meeting aimed to discuss and strategize the development of cooperatives and the cooperative movement in the state. The meeting was attended by key officials, including…
Bhubaneswar: The Department of Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) in Odisha has taken a significant step towards enhancing skill training and employment opportunities for PwDs by signing two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs). The tripartite agreements were inked with AssisTech (IIT, Delhi) and Sakhyam, an NGO, as well as with Bharatiya Vidya…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move towards ensuring pristine water quality across the state, a State-level Water Quality Assurance Cell (WQAC) was inaugurated today under the Housing & Urban Development Department by G Mathi Vathanan, Additional Chief Secretary. The establishment of this cell aims to enhance water quality monitoring and surveillance, ensuring zero failure in water…
Bhubaneswar: The NUA Odisha Global Summit on Growth & Employment concluded on Tuesday after two days of vibrant discussions, idea exchanges, and exploration of innovations in skill development and employment. The event, organized by the Department of Skill Development and Technical Education (SDTE) in Odisha, witnessed the active participation of over 500 delegates, including more…
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….
