New Delhi: Odisha has been nationally recognised for its progressive efforts in promoting sustainable and people-centric urban mobility. The Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT), Bhubaneswar, has been awarded the “Special Mention Award in Urban Transport” for its flagship initiatives Ama Bus and Ama E-Ride. The honour was conferred under the category “Running Trophy for the…
Bhubaneswar: The Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh is being observed across the country from November 1 to November 15, 2025, to celebrate the cultural heritage of tribal communities and acknowledge their significant role in shaping the nation. As part of this nationwide celebration, the Odisha State Tribal Museum is hosting a series of special programmes marking the…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government is advancing its Lift Irrigation (LI) initiatives to ensure water security, enhance agricultural productivity and provide equitable access to irrigation, especially in upland and drought-prone areas where conventional canal irrigation is not feasible. The efforts align with the State’s commitment to the Viksit Bharat vision, aiming to provide assured, year-round irrigation…
The city’s much-loved heritage initiative, Ekamra Walks, made a grand return today with its 9th edition- carrying the message “Clean Heritage, Green Future.”
Bhubaneswar: In a tribute to India’s national song, the Odisha government has announced that all schools across the state will hold a collective singing of ‘Vande Mataram’ on November 7. The initiative is part of the nationwide observance marking the 150th anniversary of the iconic song. The Odia Language, Literature & Culture Department has issued…
Bhubaneswar: The “Subhadra Shakti Mela 2025,” Odisha’s annual celebration of women’s entrepreneurship, has returned with renewed vibrancy, showcasing talent and craftsmanship from across the country. What began as a state-level exhibition has now evolved into a national event, uniting women entrepreneurs from nine other states and highlighting India’s diverse cultural heritage. Participants from Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand,…
Bhubaneswar: The onset of winter has begun to make its presence felt across Odisha, as a cold wave grips several parts of the state. With clear skies and no rain in the forecast, temperatures are expected to plunge further in the coming days, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Monday. According to IMD data,…
Jagatsinghpur: The tenth edition of the Jagatsinghpur Heritage Walk (JHW) concluded on Sunday, marking yet another milestone in the district’s growing movement to rediscover and preserve its rich historical and cultural legacy. Around 35 heritage enthusiasts gathered near the Anakhia Post Office under Biridi block, embarking on a day-long journey that began with a visit…
Rourkela: The book “Naubanijyaru Mahatab” authored by eminent maritime historian Dr. Lalatendu Das Mohapatra was released on Saturday in a grand book launch ceremony organized by the Cultural Academy, Rourkela, one of the city’s premier literary organizations. Dr. Das Mohapatra, former Deputy Director of the National Archives of India, is widely recognized for his scholarly…
Bhubaneswar: The Union Government has released the Fifteenth Finance Commission (XV FC) Grants for Rural Local Bodies (RLBs) in Odisha for the Financial Year 2025–26, marking another boost to strengthen local governance and rural infrastructure across the state. The release includes the second installment of Untied Grants amounting to ₹342.5964 crore, benefiting 20 eligible District…
