Bhubaneswar: A spell of unstable weather is set to impact large parts of Odisha, with the India Meteorological Department issuing a yellow warning for thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds likely to continue till May 3. As per the latest forecast, districts such as Mayurbhanj, Keonjhar, Balasore, Jajpur, Bhadrak, Gajapati, Rayagada, and Koraput may witness thunderstorms…
Bhubaneswar: The Men’s Artistic Gymnastics (MAG) Junior Team Championship was successfully held as part of the ongoing Junior & Senior Artistic Gymnastics National Championships 2026–27 in Bhubaneswar, showcasing impressive performances from young gymnasts across the country. Teams from multiple states competed at the national level, demonstrating skill, coordination, and competitive spirit. Uttar Pradesh emerged as…
Bhubaneswar: Strengthening animal health services and allied sectors, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Saturday unveiled a series of major initiatives on the occasion of World Veterinary Day, including a ₹1,423 crore flagship scheme and large-scale infrastructure expansion. At a state-level programme held at the State Convention Centre, the Chief Minister inaugurated 76 newly…
Bhubaneswar: With the annual Rath Yatra approaching, the Odisha government has intensified preparations, focusing on crowd management, infrastructure readiness, and public safety for the mega event in Puri. A high-level review chaired by Chief Secretary Anu Garg at Lok Seva Bhavan evaluated progress on earlier decisions and directed all departments to expedite pending works to…
New Delhi: A high-level consultation on the Urban Challenge Fund (UCF), aimed at accelerating India’s urban transformation, brought together key policymakers and state representatives at the India Habitat Centre following the release of its operational guidelines earlier this month. The meeting was chaired by Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal Khattar and focused…
Bhubaneswar: Strengthening prospects for mango farmers, a special skill development workshop on scientific cultivation and export-oriented practices was organised by the Odisha Rural Development and Marketing Society at the SIRD campus in Bhubaneswar. The programme brought together farmers and agriculture officials from 15 major mango-producing districts, focusing on improving productivity and enabling better market access….
Bhubaneswar: Serious concerns over student safety at a residential school in Odisha have prompted the National Human Rights Commission to seek an urgent report from state authorities following the death of a minor girl and illness of over 100 students in Mayurbhanj district. Acting on its own, the Commission took suo motu cognisance of reports…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has taken a major step in wildlife conservation with its first-ever house sparrow census, documenting a total of 83,576 birds across the state during 2025–26. The survey, conducted by the Wildlife Foundation Bhubaneswar, revealed a striking regional variation in sparrow populations. Sonepur district emerged as the hotspot, recording over 30,000 sparrows, while coastal…
Bhubaneswar: Major rural development initiatives, including a proposed sugar mill and a textile park in Balangir, were announced by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi during the state-level celebration of National Panchayati Raj Day on Friday. Speaking at the event, the Chief Minister underlined the expanding role of Panchayati Raj institutions, noting that they are no…
Bhubaneswar: Strengthening awareness on digital risks faced by children, a training programme on “Online Safety for Children” was organised for District Education Officers (DEOs) and ADEOs (Academic) in Bhubaneswar, bringing together key stakeholders from the education and child protection ecosystem. The workshop was conducted in collaboration with the Odisha State Commission for Protection of Child…
