Bhubaneswar: Marking a significant overhaul of the Mission Shakti programme, the Odisha government on Monday announced a series of measures aimed at strengthening the identity and digital empowerment of women self-help group members across the state. Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida said Mission Shakti women will adopt a new, uniform dress code from April 1,…
Rayagada: Giving a major fillip to infrastructure, industry and women-led growth in southern Odisha, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday launched development projects worth nearly ₹600 crore in Rayagada district and announced that 80 per cent of jobs in upcoming industries would be reserved for local youth. The Chief Minister unveiled the projects while…
Jagatsinghpur: Heritage in Jagatsinghpur is not confined to temples, manuscripts or stone sculptures—it lives on through people who quietly keep traditions, art and collective memory alive. Celebrating this spirit, the Jagatsinghpur Heritage Walks (JHW) marked its first anniversary by honouring individuals and groups who have dedicated their lives to preserving the district’s cultural, spiritual and…
Bhubaneswar: Reinforcing its focus on women-led economic growth, the Odisha government on Monday released ₹197.66 crore as interest reimbursement to nearly 2.8 lakh Self-Help Groups (SHGs) under the Interest Refund to SHGs programme. The fourth phase of the initiative was rolled out at Mission Shakti Bhawan in the presence of Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida….
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Hydro Power Corporation Limited (OHPC) on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Union Bank of India (UBI) at Lok Seva Bhawan for the introduction of a customised Union Super Salary Account for OHPC employees. The MoU was signed in the august presence of Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, Deputy Chief Minister, Agriculture…
Bhubaneswar: In a major step towards strengthening the institutional framework for the promotion and preservation of Odia language, literature and culture, the State Cabinet has approved the recruitment and promotion rules for the newly constituted Odisha Culture Development Service. The new service cadre was created following a Cabinet decision and formally constituted under the Odia…
Bhubaneswar: Breaking traditional barriers in the public transport sector, the Government of Odisha has taken a significant step towards empowering women by inducting women drivers into the AMA Bus services operated by the Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT). The initiative marks a major push towards gender-inclusive urban mobility and aims to create new livelihood opportunities…
Bhubaneswar: In a celebration of sporting excellence and international achievement, Sports and Youth Services Minister Suryabanshi Suraj on Monday felicitated four outstanding athletes from Odisha for their remarkable performances on the global stage, underscoring the State’s growing stature in competitive sports. The athletes were honoured with cash incentives in recognition of their dedication, discipline and…
Bhubaneswar: From the rhythms of Odissi to the flavours of authentic Odia cuisine, Odisha brought a slice of its living heritage to Guwahati on Thursday with the inauguration of Odisha Parab 2026, a three-day cultural and tourism showcase aimed at strengthening ties with the Northeast and presenting the State as a vibrant, experience-rich destination. Organised…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards strengthening climate resilience in agriculture, the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment (DAFE), Government of Odisha, on Tuesday launched the Odisha Agriculture Drought Mitigation Programme (OADMP) under the National Disaster Mitigation Fund (NDMF) at an inception workshop held in the State capital. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the…
