Odisha

Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s apex handloom cooperative, Boyanika, on Tuesday celebrated its 70th Foundation Day, marking seven decades of preserving the state’s rich weaving heritage and supporting thousands of artisans. The milestone event, held at Boyan Bhawan, highlighted the organisation’s journey as a key driver of rural livelihoods and cultural preservation. Inaugurating the celebrations, Cooperation, Handlooms, Textiles…

Bhubaneswar: Taking stock of grassroots sports development, Odisha Sports and Youth Services Minister Suryabanshi Suraj on Monday conducted a detailed review of facilities and training systems at the SAI RBA Badminton Academy in Saheed Nagar, stressing the need for continuous upgradation to match global standards. The visit involved in-depth interactions with officials from the Department…

Bhubaneswar: In a bid to strengthen urban resilience ahead of the rainy season, the Odisha government has rolled out a detailed Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), outlining a time-bound action plan to tackle monsoon-related challenges and ensure public safety. The directive has been issued under the guidance of Housing &…

Bhubaneswar: With rising summer demand and the approach of Kalbaisakhi storms, Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo on Monday directed power utilities to ensure uninterrupted and reliable electricity supply across the state during a high-level review of the Energy Department. The meeting, held at Lok Seva Bhawan, was attended by senior officials including…

Bhubaneswar: Odisha and the United Nations have reaffirmed their commitment to expanding development partnerships, with a focus on agriculture, renewable energy, and sustainable growth, during a high-level meeting held at Lok Seva Bhawan on Monday. UN Resident Coordinator in India Stefan Priesner called on Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo to discuss avenues for…

Bhubaneswar: The Revenue and Disaster Management Department on Monday reviewed its reform agenda and service delivery mechanisms at a high-level meeting chaired by Minister Suresh Pujari at Lok Seva Bhawan, with a focus on enhancing transparency and citizen-centric governance. The meeting featured a detailed presentation on the department’s recent achievements, ongoing initiatives, and future roadmap,…

Bhubaneswar: With unstable weather conditions intensifying across Odisha, the India Meteorological Department has sounded an Orange alert for six districts, warning of severe thunderstorms, lightning, hailstorms, and strong winds on Tuesday. The weather office has forecast that Mayurbhanj, Keonjhar, Balasore, Kandhamal, Ganjam, and Gajapati districts may witness intense thunderstorm activity, particularly during the afternoon and…

Bhubaneswar: Addressing delays in welfare delivery, Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida on Monday facilitated the release of over ₹61 crore to more than 79,000 beneficiaries under the ‘Subhadra’ scheme, covering those who had missed earlier instalments due to technical glitches and pending verifications. The disbursement was carried out virtually from the Women and Child Development…

Bhubaneswar: Strengthening its push towards a resilient and technology-driven power sector, the Odisha Power Transmission Corporation Limited on Monday operationalised a cutting-edge Power System Simulation Laboratory at its Power Training Centre (PTC) in Chandaka. The facility was inaugurated by Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, who highlighted the importance of advanced infrastructure in ensuring…

Bhubaneswar: The Women’s Artistic Gymnastics (WAG) events at the Junior & Senior Artistic Gymnastics National Championships 2026–27 concluded with high-energy apparatus finals at the Gymnastics High Performance Centre, Kalinga Stadium, bringing the prestigious national championship to a close. In the senior category, Niranjana Punia of Haryana clinched gold in the balance beam event, while Anoushka…