Bhubaneswar: Senior bureaucrat Roopa Roshan Sahoo has officially assumed charge as the Commissioner-cum-Secretary to the Governor of Odisha, bringing with her a wealth of administrative experience and a reputation for efficiency and dedication. A 2006-batch IAS officer, Sahoo previously served as the Revenue Divisional Commissioner (Southern Range), where she played a crucial role in overseeing…
Bhubaneswar: Aiming to fortify student safety across the education system, the Odisha government has unveiled plans to install CCTV cameras in all schools statewide. The initiative, modeled after the Central Board of Secondary Education’s (CBSE) school safety mandate, seeks to create a secure and closely monitored academic environment. State School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda…
Bhubaneswar: To enhance irrigation coverage in Odisha, the Odisha Lift Irrigation Corporation (OLIC) presented an ambitious five-year master plan to create an additional 9 lakh hectares of irrigation potential, focusing particularly on blocks with less than 35% existing coverage. The proposal was reviewed during the 209th meeting of the OLIC Board of Directors, chaired by…
Mayurbhanj: Health concerns have escalated at Patrapoda Ashram School in Odisha’s Thakurmunda block after 28 students reportedly fell ill due to a diarrhoea outbreak, raising fears of contaminated food or water being the cause. The incident came to light after several students complained of stomach issues and weakness. All affected children were taken to the…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to witness improved regional air connectivity as Star Air prepares to launch direct flights between Bhubaneswar and Jharsuguda starting August 16, 2025. The new route marks Star Air’s foray into intra-state operations in Odisha, aiming to cater to the growing demand for efficient, affordable regional travel. Flight bookings are now live…
Bhubaneswar: Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary to Government of Odisha, Anu Garg, IAS, conducted a comprehensive review of the Department of Water Resources (DoWR) today, focusing on the progress of plan expenditure and key departmental initiatives. The review meeting was held at the DoWR office in Bhubaneswar and attended by senior officers of the department. During…
Bhubaneswar: A culinary journey rooted in tradition and driven by ambition reached its grand finale in Bhubaneswar today as the Subhadra Shakti Traditional Food Competition concluded with much fanfare at Hotel Mayfair Lagoon. Organised by the Mission Shakti Department, Government of Odisha, the event celebrated the rich culinary heritage of the state while spotlighting the…
Bhubaneswar: A fresh weather system is brewing in the north Bay of Bengal, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting the formation of a cyclonic circulation in the next 24 hours. The system, identified as the remnant of Tropical Cyclone Wipha, is likely to intensify into a low-pressure area within the following 48 hours. IMD…
Bhubaneswar: The 36th Dashboard Review Meeting of the Housing & Urban Development Department was held today under the chairpersonship of Usha Padhee, Principal Secretary, Housing & Urban Development Department, Government of Odisha, to assess the progress of key urban infrastructure initiatives across the state. Held at the Department’s Conference Hall, the review meeting focused on OUIDF-assisted…
Jagatsinghpur: A disturbing incident of sexual assault has been reported from Jagatsinghpur district in Odisha, where an 18-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped by two youths under the Sadar police limits late Monday night. The police have arrested one of the accused while a manhunt is underway to trace the second. According to sources, the incident…
