Bhubaneswar: The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS), in collaboration with UNICEF India, has launched TALASH — Tribal Aptitude, Life Skills, and Self-Esteem Hub — a first-of-its-kind digital program exclusively designed for students of Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs). Aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the program is set to benefit more…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has intensified efforts to fast-track major railway projects aimed at strengthening connectivity, promoting tourism, and supporting industrial growth across the state. In a high-level review meeting chaired by Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary Smt. Anu Garg, senior officials from the state government, East Coast Railway, Forest Department, and Tourism Department assessed progress on key…
Dhenkanal: Once celebrated for its exquisite kansha pitala (bronze-brass) utensils, Indipur village in Odisha’s Dhenkanal district is witnessing a slow decline of its centuries-old craft. A recent Dhenkanal Heritage Walk (DHW) to the village revealed a grim reality—without sustained patronage and support, this unique tradition may soon vanish. For over 200 years, Indipur has held…
Bhubaneswar: The World Skill Center (WSC), Odisha’s premier hub for advanced skill training, witnessed a proud moment today as 1,088 students graduated from its 6th batch. The ceremony, graced by Sampad Chandra Swain, Minister of Skill Development & Technical Education, celebrated not just academic achievement but the growing global recognition of Odisha’s skilled workforce. Congratulating…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is exploring the use of indigenous underwater robotics technology to strengthen the safety and sustainability of its reservoirs, dams, and river bridges. The idea was discussed today during a meeting between Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja and Debendra Pradhan, Co-Founder of Coratia Technologies Pvt. Ltd., at Lokseva Bhawan. Coratia Technologies, a start-up incubated at…
The 14th edition of Odisha Manaska, the monthly discussion forum of All Things Odisha, was held on Sunday at the head office of ExtraOdinari and Safe Odisha For Her, Sahid Nagar
Bhubaneswar: Taking Odia cinema to the global stage, Amartya Bhattacharyya’s feature film LAHARI has earned a coveted selection at the 20th Tasveer Film Festival in Seattle, USA—the world’s only Oscar-qualifying South Asian film festival. The film will be screened on October 8, marking a proud moment for Odisha’s film industry. LAHARI, which hit theaters across…
Bhubaneswar: The Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment today released 15 new horticultural crop varieties during a meeting of the State Seed Sub-Committee, chaired by Principal Secretary Dr. Arabinda Kumar Padhee. The release marks a significant step in boosting Odisha’s horticultural sector with innovative and farmer-friendly varieties. The varieties recommended by the screening committee include…
Bhubaneswar: Punjab & Sind Bank is set to expand its footprint in Odisha, with plans to open 20 new branches and establish a zonal office in Bhubaneswar during the Financial Year 2025–26. The announcement was made today by Ravi Mehra, Executive Director of the Bank, during a courtesy call on Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja at…
Bhubaneswar: In a major step toward transforming Odisha into a maritime hub, the Paradip Port Authority (PPA) and the Odisha Maritime Board (OMB) on Friday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a mega shipbuilding cluster in the state. The initiative aligns with India’s Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047, which seeks to position the…
