Bhubaneswar: In a significant move towards recognizing the invaluable contribution of ASHA workers, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik announced a substantial increase in their monthly remuneration. The announcement, aimed at acknowledging the dedicated efforts of ASHA workers in the state, also includes a boost in the termination incentive amount, benefiting a total of 49,522 ASHA workers….
Bhubaneswar: The Western Odisha Development Council (WODC) has taken a leap into the digital realm with the launch of its new website, a user-friendly portal designed to provide seamless access to crucial development information. The inauguration ceremony was led by Shri Asit Tripathy, Chairman of WODC, marking a significant step towards fostering transparency and communication….
Bhubaneswar: A consultative meeting held in Bhubaneswar, organized by the SSEPD Department in collaboration with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), addressed the formulation of a revised Odisha Senior Citizens Policy. Senior officers, representatives from various organizations, and academicians participated in the discussions, emphasizing key areas for the revision of the State Senior Citizens Policy…
Bhubaneswar: In a decisive move, the 23rd Governing Body meeting of the State Urban Development Agency (SUDA) convened today, led by Usha Devi, Minister of Housing & Urban Development. The session witnessed crucial decisions, including the approval of a budget totaling 255.46 lakh rupees for the fiscal year 2024-25. The discussions revolved around various SUDA…
Bhubaneswar: A delegation from the Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs, Goa, is on a comprehensive study tour in Odisha to witness the sports ecosystem developed by the Sports and Youth Services Department of the state. The focus of the visit was to understand the High-Performance Model implemented at the renowned Kalinga Stadium. Led by…
Bhubaneswar: Fulfilling a long-standing public aspiration, Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the inaugural runs of the Passenger train services in the Haridaspur-Paradeep Rail Line and the New Delhi-bound Express from Puri via Kendujhargarh. The momentous event took place yesterday through video conferencing from Chandikhol, with Governor of Odisha Raghubar Das, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik,…
Bhubaneswar: Mohes Kumar Behera, a seasoned officer of the Indian Railway Service of Engineers (IRSE), has officially taken charge as the Additional General Manager of East Coast Railway (ECoR). In his new role, Behera will play a crucial role in overseeing and enhancing the railway operations within the East Coast region. Prior to assuming the…
Bhubaneswar: To empower the tribal communities of Odisha, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik laid the foundation stone for the first-ever ‘Adivasi Bhawan’ in Gothapatna, Bhubaneswar, today. The Chief Minister conveyed his greetings on this occasion and highlighted the importance of this structure, which is being constructed at a cost of Rs 100 crore. The ‘Adivasi Bhawan’…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s Minister of Commerce & Transport, Tukuni Sahu, marked a significant step towards improving road safety with the inauguration of the Automated Driving Testing System (ADTS) at six locations – Angul, Dhenkanal, Rourkela, Sundergarh, Keonjhar, and Ganjam. This initiative, undertaken as part of the 5T program, aims to reduce accidents by ensuring that only…
Bhubaneswar: To enhance road safety awareness, the Commerce and Transport Department of Odisha has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Directorate for the ‘Junior Rakshak’ initiative. The MoU was signed by Lalmohan Sethi, Additional Commissioner Transport (Road Safety), and Sagar K Mohanty, Director NCC, Odisha, at the Convention Hall…
