Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Assembly is set to kick off its Budget session on Monday, spanning from February 5 to 13. During this brief session, Finance Minister Vikram Keshari Arukh is slated to present an interim budget for the fiscal year 2024-2025. This session holds significance as it marks the last assembly meeting before the impending…
Bhubaneswar: In response to the challenge of filling vacant teaching posts through the Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) due to legal obstacles as per the Odisha Universities (Amendment) Act, 2020, the state government has granted permission for public universities in Odisha to enlist retired faculty members. The Higher Education department of the state government has…
Ottawa: Canada has officially designated India as a ‘foreign threat,’ accusing it of potential interference in their elections, as revealed in a declassified intelligence report by the Canadian Security Intelligence Service. The report, titled ‘Foreign Interference and Elections: A National Security Assessment,’ dated October 2022, has categorized India as a ‘threat,’ emphasizing the impact of…
Bhubaneswar: On Friday, the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) unveiled two distinctive experiences as part of the ongoing Ekamra Walks initiative. The exclusive “Essence of Odisha” trail kicked off today, offering locals and tourists an immersive journey into Odisha’s rich cultural and linguistic tapestry. The day commenced with the “Walk in Wilderness” at Deras Dam, a…
Bhubaneswar: The Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) has set in motion the Bhubaneswar Kahani Utsav (BhuFeSto) from February 3rd to 5th across four parks in the city, running parallel to the first World Language Conference in the state. On the inaugural day, from 2:30 to 7:30 pm, the parks – Indira Gandhi Park, Buddha Jayanti Park,…
Bhubaneswar: The Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) kickstarted the seven-day Ekamra Utsav at the IDCO exhibition ground, marking one of Odisha’s grandest celebrations of language and culture. The festival, coinciding with the First World Odia Language Conference, was inaugurated by Housing and Urban Development Minister Smt. Usha Devi. Highlighting the state’s commitment to preserving its linguistic…
Sambalpur: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik extended heartfelt congratulations to students and teachers alike for the inauguration of the new infrastructure at IIM Sambalpur. Expressing gratitude to the Prime Minister for gracing the occasion, Patnaik underscored the significance of learning at IIMs and wished all students an enriching and exciting academic journey. Recognizing IIM Sambalpur’s swift…
Rajnagar: The enchanting waterways of Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary in Odisha are soon to host a unique experience for tourists—overnight stays on four Catamaran Cruises. Funded by the Integrated Coastal Zone Management Project (ICZMP), these luxury cruises will offer an unparalleled journey through the dense forest, promising tourists a blend of comfort and adventure. DFO Sudarshan…
Bhubaneswar: In a remarkable display of solidarity, Odias worldwide came together to sing Odisha’s state anthem, ‘Bande Utkal Janani,’ at 11:00 AM on the inauguration day of the first World Odia Language Conference (1st Biswa Odia Bhasa Sammilani), marking a collective celebration of Odia language and culture. State government officials, both in Odisha and abroad,…
Bhubaneswar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated, dedicated to the nation, and laid the foundation stone for projects worth more than Rs 68,000 crore in Sambalpur, Odisha, focusing on boosting the energy sector involving natural gas, coal, and power generation. Additionally, significant projects in the road, railway, and higher education sectors were also initiated. Addressing the…
