Odisha CM Inaugurates 20 New Bus Stands Under ‘Ama Bus Stand’ Scheme

Bhubaneswar: On Thursday, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated 20 newly constructed bus stands in 13 districts across Odisha under the ‘Ama Bus Stand’ scheme. The districts benefiting from this initiative include Angul, Balasore, Boudh, Dhenkanal, Gajapati, Kendrapada, Keonjhar, Koraput, Nayagarh, Nuapada, Rayagada, Sambalpur, and Subarnapur. Emphasizing the pivotal role of communication in development, Chief Minister…

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Ashwini Vaishnaw Files Nomination for Odisha Rajya Sabha Seat

Bhubaneswar: Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister of Railways, Communications, Electronics & Information Technology, and BJP’s candidate for the Odisha Rajya Sabha elections, officially entered the fray by filing his nomination papers today. The nomination papers were submitted to the Returning Officer of the Odisha Legislative Assembly, marking a significant step in Vaishnaw’s bid for a Rajya Sabha…

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Odisha’s Green Revolution: CM Naveen Patnaik Initiates Major Hydrogen and Ammonia Projects

Bhubaneswar: In a significant move towards sustainable development, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik laid the foundation stones for two groundbreaking projects focusing on green hydrogen and green ammonia in Gopalpur, Odisha’s Ganjam district. ACME Cleantech Solutions Private Limited is set to establish a green ammonia plant in Gopalpur, investing a whopping Rs 27,000 crore. The plant,…

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Puri Police Initiates Awareness Campaign on No-Fly Zone Above Jagannath Temple

Bhubaneswar: In response to concerns raised by a recent complaint regarding the viral drone footage of the 12th-century Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha, the police have announced a comprehensive awareness campaign to highlight the strict no-fly zone regulations above the revered shrine. On Wednesday, Puri Police utilized social media, including X (formerly Twitter), to communicate…

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Indian Women’s Hockey Team Faces Tough Defeat Against Netherlands in FIH Hockey Pro League Bout

Rourkela: In a thrilling encounter during the FIH Hockey Pro League 2023/24, the Indian Women’s Hockey Team faced a close 0-1 defeat against the Netherlands in their second match at the Rourkela leg. Felice Albers secured the lone goal in the 27th minute, proving decisive for the Dutch team. The opening quarter witnessed an aggressive…

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Sambalpur’s Developmental Surge: Odisha Govt Sanctions Rs. 58 Crore for 1347 Projects

Bhubaneswar: On the directive of the Chief MinisterNaveen Patnaik, Chairman of 5T and Nabin Odisha, Kartik Pandian, visited Sambalpur District on 14th February to oversee the progress of various developmental projects and engage with the local community. During his visit, numerous concerns were raised, particularly regarding the renovation of religious institutions and community structures. Responding…

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Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Reviews Key Railway Projects and Facilities in Puri

Bhubaneswar: The Minister of Railways, Ashwini Vaishnaw, conducted a comprehensive review of ongoing projects and traffic facility works during his two-day visit to Bhubaneswar. The extensive review covered critical and public-centric railway projects, highlighting the progress of rail line connectivity to mineral belts, ports, industries, and the redevelopment status of railway stations in the state….

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Odisha Launches Financial Aid Scheme for Elderly Artisans and Weavers

Bhubaneswar: In a significant move towards the welfare and security of senior weavers and handicraft artisans in Odisha, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has introduced the ‘Mukhyamantri Baristha Bunakar O Karigar Sahayata Yojana.’ This novel scheme aims to provide financial assistance to individuals aged 40 to 80 years (women) and 50 to 80 years (men) engaged…

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Odisha Chief Minister Inaugurates Developmental Projects Worth Over Rs 4,300 Crore in Ganjam District

Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated a slew of developmental projects in Ganjam district, demonstrating the state’s commitment to holistic progress. The Chief Minister marked the occasion by unveiling key initiatives and laying the foundation stones for various transformative projects. In the Hinjili-Sheragada region, Patnaik inaugurated seven projects with a total investment of Rs…

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Monthly Assistance for Artists Raised to Rs 2K under Mukhyamantri Kalakar Sahayata Yojana

Bhubaneswar: In a significant move aimed at supporting artists, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik announced a substantial increase in assistance under the “Mukhyamantri Kalakar Sahayata Yojana” on Wednesday. Under this scheme, beneficiaries will now receive Rs. 2000 per month, a significant increase from the previous amount of Rs. 1200 per month. Additionally, artists aged 80 and…

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