Bhubaneswar: Addressing concerns about the future of the Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana (BSKY), Odisha’s Health Minister Mukesh Mahaling confirmed on Saturday that the flagship health scheme, initiated by the previous BJD government, will continue to operate. Under BSKY, beneficiaries will continue to receive cashless medical services at both government and private hospitals. Currently, the scheme…
Bhubaneswar: “Economic empowerment is crucial for every woman to achieve self-reliance, fulfill their aspirations, and contribute to the holistic growth of society,” emphasized Aparajita Sarangi, Lok Sabha MP from Bhubaneswar, during the foundation day event of the UCCIL Ladies Forum. The UCCIL Ladies Forum, the women’s wing of the Utkal Chamber of Commerce and Industry…
Kokrajhar: Odisha FC (OFC) kicked off their campaign in the 133rd IndianOil Durand Cup with a dominant 5-0 victory over the BSF Football Team (BSF FT) in a Group E encounter held at the SAI Stadium. The emphatic win places Odisha FC at the top of the group standings, ahead of North East United FC…
Bhubaneswar: Deputy Chief Minister and Agriculture Minister KV Singh Deo today inaugurated a state-level oil palm plantation campaign in Dhanpur village under Betonati block in Mayurbhanj district, as part of his two-day tour of the district. The campaign is supported by 11 palm oil companies, all of which showcased their products at the event. This…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi will hoist the national flag as the Chief Guest at the state-level celebration of the 78th Independence Day, set to take place on Mahatma Gandhi Marg in Bhubaneswar. The preparations for this significant event were reviewed today in a meeting chaired by Shri Sanjay Kumar Singh, Principal Secretary of…
Bhubaneswar: The Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Industries, Skill Development, and Technical Education, Sampad Chandra Swain, visited the industrial estate in Khurda today. Accompanied by the MLA of Khurda, the Principal Secretary to the Government Industries Department, the Managing Director (MD) of IDCO, other IDCO officials, and senior officers of the District Administration, the…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move towards boosting employment, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced the state government’s ambitious plan to generate 3.5 lakh job opportunities over the next five years. This announcement was made during a review meeting on the progress of the industrial sector held at the Lok Seva Bhawan today. Majhi underscored…
Bhubaneswar: For over half a century, the Modern Book Depot has been a cornerstone of literary culture in Bhubaneswar. Founded in 1970 by Om Prakash’s father, this iconic bookstore has served as a sanctuary for bibliophiles and a beacon of knowledge in the heart of the city. Now, after 54 years, the bookstore faces potential…
Bhubaneswar: On the occasion of World Breastfeeding Week, the Directorate of Family Welfare and UNICEF highlighted Odisha’s commendable progress in breastfeeding practices. According to the NFHS-5 survey, 68.5% of infants in Odisha are breastfed within the first hour of birth, a figure significantly higher than the national average of 41.8%. The state’s rate of exclusive…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has reported a robust growth in its State GST (OGST + IGST Settlement) collection for July 2024, achieving a total of Rs. 2035.18 crore. This marks a 24.98% increase compared to the Rs. 1628.43 crore collected in July 2023. The cumulative State GST collection up to July 2024 stands at Rs. 8866.95 crore,…
