Khelo India Centres Inaugurated Across All 30 Districts of Odisha to Boost Grassroots Sports

Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards strengthening grassroots sports infrastructure in the state, Khelo India Centres were officially inaugurated across all 30 districts of Odisha on Sunday. The move is aimed at nurturing young talent and promoting a vibrant sports culture across the state. Speaking at the launch, Sports and Youth Services Minister Suryabanshi Suraj…

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Odisha Fire Department to Roll Out Third-Party Fire Safety Verification for High-Risk Buildings

Bhubaneswar: In a major move aimed at strengthening fire safety infrastructure across the state, the Odisha Fire Department has announced plans to implement a third-party verification system for fire safety certificates in large buildings, hospitals, and shopping malls. Fire Services Director General Dr. Sudhanshu Sarangi revealed the new initiative while addressing the media, underscoring the…

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Odisha, Spain Explore Strategic Ties in Renewable Energy, Metallurgy, Textiles and Auto Sectors

Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards fostering international collaboration, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi held a high-level meeting with the Ambassador of Spain to India, Juan Antonio March Pujol, at Lok Seva Bhawan on Friday. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation between Spain and Odisha across key sectors including renewable energy, metallurgy, textiles, and…

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CM Majhi Launches ₹100-Crore ‘Odisha Pushti Mission’ to Tackle Malnutrition

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday reaffirmed his government’s commitment to making Odisha a healthier and more prosperous state by eradicating malnutrition. Addressing the State-Level Poshan Pakhya-2025 event at the Women and Child Institute in Bhubaneswar, the Chief Minister announced the establishment of the ‘Odisha Pushti Mission’, a focused initiative backed by an…

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Naveen Patnaik Re-elected BJD President for Ninth Consecutive Term

Bhubaneswar: Former Odisha Chief Minister and current Leader of Opposition, Naveen Patnaik, has been elected President of the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) for the ninth consecutive time, reaffirming his enduring leadership and deep-rooted influence in the state’s political landscape. Patnaik, who was the sole candidate for the post, was elected unopposed. The formal announcement was…

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Odisha Sends Farmers and Officials to Malaysia for Agricultural Exposure Visit

Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards enhancing agricultural practices and promoting global learning, a 28-member delegation from Odisha—comprising 14 farmers and 14 officials—has embarked on a week-long exposure visit to Malaysia. The visit, organized under the Odisha Integrated Irrigation Project for Climate Resilient Agriculture (OIIPCRA), was officially flagged off by Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan…

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Odisha Gears Up for a Grand and Safe Rath Yatra in Puri

Bhubaneswar: With Puri’s world-renowned Rath Yatra drawing near, the Odisha government has ramped up preparations to ensure the smooth, secure, and seamless conduct of the grand annual event. A high-level review meeting was held on Thursday afternoon at Lok Seva Bhawan under the chairmanship of Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja, bringing together senior officials from various…

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Odisha Gets Major Infrastructure Push as Gadkari Unveils ₹4,137 Crore Highway Projects

Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to enhance road infrastructure and boost regional connectivity, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Thursday launched 19 national highway projects in Odisha. The projects, collectively valued at ₹4,137 crore, were unveiled at a grand event held at Baramunda Ground in Bhubaneswar. During the ceremony, Gadkari laid…

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Union Minister Nitin Gadkari Visits World Skill Center in Bhubaneswar, Lauds Odisha’s Push for Youth Empowerment

Bhubaneswar: In a move underscoring the importance of skill development in shaping India’s future workforce, Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways Nitin Gadkari on Thursday visited the World Skill Center (WSC) in Bhubaneswar during his tour of Odisha. The Minister commended the State Government for establishing a world-class facility that is providing industry-relevant training…

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