Odisha

Bhubaneswar: Odisha has approved an ambitious ₹1,037.19-crore annual action plan under the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (PM-RKVY) for 2026-27, paving the way for the implementation of 16 integrated schemes aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity, promoting climate-resilient farming and accelerating the adoption of modern technologies. The plan received approval during the 39th State Level…

Bhubaneswar: The Higher Secondary admission process for the 2026-27 academic session progressed further with 46,570 applicants securing seats in the Phase-I second selection round, while 15,569 candidates remained unselected, according to official figures released on Tuesday. A total of 87,549 applicants were considered during the selection process. Among those selected, 25,874 candidates secured admission through…

Bhubaneswar: In a move to strengthen technology-driven forest governance, the Odisha government on Tuesday inaugurated the Integrated Forest Monitoring & Command Centre (IFMCC), a digital platform that will enable real-time monitoring of forests, improve wildlife protection and support faster decision-making in conservation and disaster management. Forest, Environment & Climate Change, Labour and Employees’ State Insurance…

Bhubaneswar: With Odisha witnessing rapid industrial expansion, the state government on Tuesday asked government-run Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and Polytechnics to upgrade the quality of technical education, improve industry partnerships and produce a skilled workforce capable of meeting evolving industrial demands. The direction came during a comprehensive review meeting chaired by Skill Development & Technical…

Bhubaneswar: East Coast Railway (ECoR) has introduced an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered robotic surveillance platform, DSC ARJUN, to strengthen security across railway stations by enhancing passenger safety, surveillance and emergency response through advanced technology. The AI-enabled robotic security platform was unveiled in the presence of East Coast Railway General Manager, senior railway officials and Railway Protection…

Bhubaneswar: A series of heritage walks across Chilika-Banapur, Bargarh and Dhenkanal is bringing renewed attention to Odisha’s lesser-known cultural landscapes, highlighting the need to preserve living traditions, community knowledge and local histories beyond the state’s celebrated monuments and archaeological sites. The recent walks showcased how Odisha’s heritage survives not only in grand temples and historic…

Bhubaneswar: The United Kingdom and Odisha on Tuesday explored avenues to deepen cooperation in trade, investment and strategic sectors during a meeting between British Deputy High Commissioner to Kolkata Dr Andrew Fleming and Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo at Lok Seva Bhavan. The discussions focused on strengthening UK-Odisha partnerships in the backdrop…

Bhubaneswar: Odisha took another step towards expanding its industrial base on Tuesday with the State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA) approving 23 new investment proposals worth ₹4,573.87 crore. The projects, spread across multiple sectors, are expected to generate 22,873 employment opportunities and strengthen industrial growth in 11 districts. The proposals were cleared during the…

Bhubaneswar: Odisha Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr Mukesh Mahaling on Tuesday conducted a comprehensive review of the ongoing redevelopment works at SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack, directing officials to expedite construction while maintaining quality standards and ensuring that the upgraded facilities meet the needs of patients, doctors and students. The Minister inspected…