Bhubaneswar: In a significant move aimed at enhancing the quality of healthcare services, the Odisha State Cabinet approved the restructuring of the Odisha Nursing Service Cadre and further amendments to the Odisha Nursing Service (Method of Recruitment and Conditions of Service) Rules, 2019. The amendment is expected to incur an additional expenditure of approximately Rs…
Bhubaneswar: In a noteworthy development for Odisha’s industrial landscape, seven prominent apparel and garment manufacturing units received project approval letters from Minister Pratap Keshari Deb. Choosing Odisha for their establishments in the Apparel & Garment cluster in Khurda, these industries were attracted by the state’s conducive business environment, stable government, swift approvals, and seamless land…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant decision aimed at bolstering the delivery of essential services to vulnerable sections of the society, the Odisha State Cabinet, under the leadership of Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, has given the nod to the regularization of 504 Contractual Supervisors within the Department of Women and Child Development. These Contractual Supervisors play a…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move towards bolstering water resource management, the State Cabinet has given its approval for the establishment of the State Water Informatics Centre (SWIC), Odisha. This center is envisioned to serve as a comprehensive repository of hydro-meteorological data for the state, aiding in informed decision-making and policy planning. Operating under the Department…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to support the livelihoods of marine fishermen during the fishing ban period imposed for Olive Ridley turtle conservation, Ranendra Prasad Swain, Minister of Agriculture & FE, and Fisheries & ARD, disbursed assistance to 15,037 fishermen families under the “Livelihood support to Marine fishermen during the Fishing ban period for Olive…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to address the demands of Anganwadi workers and helpers, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik announced a substantial increase in their monthly remuneration. The decision, aimed at providing financial assistance and social security, will benefit approximately 1.48 lakh Anganwadi workers, mini Anganwadi workers, and helpers across the state. Responding to requests from…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move towards achieving financial inclusion and empowering rural communities, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated 2000 Common Service Point (CSP) Plus outlets under the “AMA Bank” initiative on Thursday. The aim is to provide banking services through CSP Plus banking outlets in all unbanked Gram Panchayats (GPs) across the state. Financial inclusion…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated 133 Mobile Veterinary Unit vehicles in a program organized by the Department of Fisheries and Animal Resources Development at Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Wednesday. These vehicles are set to play a crucial role in delivering healthcare services to livestock animals under the “Mukhyamantri Bhramyaman Pranichikitsa Seva” initiative in…
Bhubaneswar: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued a notice seeking clarification from the Odisha government over the alleged use of the ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD) party’s symbol in its advertisements. The Commission took this step in response to complaints regarding the prominent display of the ‘conch’ symbol of the BJD in various…
Bhubaneswar: The Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 continues to deliver intense clashes as Odisha FC prepares to take on East Bengal FC at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on February 29, Thursday, at 7:30 PM IST. The matchup promises to be a battle of strategic prowess and skill, with both teams eyeing the coveted top…
