Bhubaneswar: A high-level World Bank delegation visited Bhubaneswar today to review Odisha’s flagship urban development initiatives and explore opportunities for deeper collaboration with the State Government. The delegation was welcomed by the Housing & Urban Development Department, where Principal Secretary Usha Padhee presented Odisha’s Urbanisation & Development Road Map. The briefing highlighted major progress in…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Cabinet on Friday convened its 30th meeting under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi at the conference hall of Lok Seva Bhawan, approving several significant proposals spanning nine key departments. Briefing the media after the meeting, Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja informed that a total of 12 proposals were tabled for…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is gearing up for an ambitious push in potato cultivation this Rabi season, with the state setting a target of covering 50,000 acres under the crop. To support farmers and ensure high productivity, the government is supplying authentic, high-quality seed potatoes sourced from Punjab at a subsidised rate of ₹20 per kg. Farmers…
Koraput: In a significant move to amplify tribal perspectives and protect Odisha’s diverse indigenous heritage, the Central University of Odisha (CUO), Koraput, has partnered with UNICEF Odisha to set up a Tribal Communication Cell (TCC) on its campus. The initiative marks a major step toward enhancing socio-economic empowerment, preserving traditional knowledge systems, and ensuring deeper…
Bhubaneswar: The Government of Odisha today hosted the National Conference on Bamboo and Medicinal Plants at the Convention Centre of Lok Seva Bhawan, bringing together senior officials, technical institutions, industry experts, and community organisations to explore new pathways for strengthening livelihoods linked to bamboo and medicinal plant sectors. The conference opened with a welcome address…
Bhubaneswar: The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR), in collaboration with the School & Mass Education (S&ME) Department, Government of Odisha, organised a National Conference on Key Child Rights Issues at the Revenue Officers Training Institute (ROTI), Bhubaneswar. The conference brought together senior officials, child rights experts, district representatives and frontline education functionaries…
Bhubaneswar: Highlighting the cultural significance of cinema, Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo on Friday said that films mirror the socio-cultural life of a society, and preserving them ensures that cinematic treasures lost to time can be revived for future generations. He was speaking as the chief guest at the concluding ceremony of the 10th…
Bhubaneswar: The second session of the two-day Collectors and SPs Conference was held on Saturday under the chairmanship of Odisha Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja, with a strong emphasis on ethical, citizen-centric governance and improved service delivery across the state. The session began with a welcome address by Additional Chief Secretary, GA and PG Department, Surendra…
New Delhi: The Odisha Pavilion at the 44th India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2025, underway at Bharat Mandapam from November 14 to 27, is witnessing remarkable commercial engagement, forging business connections with major enterprises from India and abroad. Showcasing the spirit of “Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat”, the pavilion has drawn significant attention for its diverse…
Bhubaneswar: The 31st Board meeting of Rourkela Smart City Ltd. was held on Friday, chaired by Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary Anu Garg. The meeting brought together senior officials including Usha Padhee, Principal Secretary, Housing & Urban Development Department; Sundargarh Collector Dr. Subhankar Mohapatra; and Rourkela Smart City CEO Dheenah Dastageer. The Board reviewed the overall…
