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Odisha Govt to Launch Massive Employment Drive in September to Fill 35,000 Vacancies
Bhubaneswar: The Mohan Majhi-led government in Odisha has announced a major employment drive, “Nikujkti Mela,” to fill vacant positions in various departments starting in September. According to sources, at least 35,000 vacant…
Five UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India, Including Konark Temple, Could Disappear by 2050 Due to…
Bhubaneswar: In a worrying revelation, five UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India are among the dozens globally at risk of disappearing by 2050 due to the impacts of climate change, according to recent media reports. The sites…
Odisha Govt Unveils Guidelines for Subhadra Yojana; PM Modi to Launch First Installment on September…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government has officially released guidelines for the highly anticipated Subhadra Yojana, a welfare scheme aimed at empowering women. The first installment of the financial assistance under the scheme will be…
Adani Green Energy Explores Pumped Storage Power Project in Odisha’s Nayagarh
Bhubaneswar: Adani Green Energy Group has shown keen interest in setting up a Pumped Storage Project (PSP) in Birigarh, Nayagarh, Odisha, to boost the state's renewable energy production. The proposal was brought up during a meeting with…
Odisha to Focus on Solar-Powered, Climate-Friendly Cold Storages for Farmers
Bhubaneswar: Odisha's Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Agriculture & Farmers' Empowerment, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, emphasized the need for establishing climate-friendly and solar-powered cold storage facilities across the state.…
Odisha Health Department Issues Advisory Following Bird Flu Outbreak
Bhubaneswar: Following the detection of bird flu in parts of Odisha, Public Health Director Dr. Bijay Mohapatra has advised residents to refrain from consuming chicken for the next few days. The health department has urged all districts to…
Puri Heritage Walks Debuts on Janmashtami Eve, Showcasing Jagannath Culture and Traditions
Puri: On the eve of Janmashtami, heritage enthusiasts from across Odisha gathered at Sankhakshetra Puri for a memorable experience. The inaugural session of the Puri Heritage Walks initiative introduced participants to the rich cultural…
Bird Flu Outbreak in Puri District: 5,000 Chickens Culled as Precautionary Measure
Bhubaneswar: Around 5,000 chickens were culled at a poultry farm in the Pili area of Puri district after bird flu was confirmed in the region. A special Rapid Response Team (RRT) initiated the culling operation in Abalpur near Pipili, the…
Institute of Driving Training and Research, Berhampur Celebrates First Anniversary
Berhampur/Bhubaneswar: The Institute of Driving Training and Research in Berhampur marked its first anniversary with a ceremony held at its Palur Hills-based facility. Odisha’s Commerce and Transport Minister, Bibhuti Bhushan Jena, attended…
Odisha Forest Department Demands Performance Report Amid Rising Elephant Fatalities
Bhubaneswar – In response to the alarming rise in elephant deaths across Odisha, the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) has called for an urgent performance report from wildlife protection squads deployed throughout the state.…