New Delhi: India and Japan convened the seventh meeting of the India-Japan Act East Forum (AEF) in New Delhi on 19 February 2024, demonstrating their commitment to bolstering collaboration in the North Eastern Region of India.
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to enhance road connectivity between Boudh and Sonepur districts, the Odisha government has given the go-ahead for the construction of the second high-level (HL) bridge over the Mahanadi River. The decision was ratified during a state Cabinet meeting held today. The proposed bridge will span from Baunsuni in Boudh district…
Bhubaneswar: The Women and Child Development Department of Odisha launched the State-Level Nutrition Month-2024 with a special ceremony held at the State Women and Child Institute in Bhubaneswar on Monday. The event marks the start of a month-long initiative focused on raising awareness and tackling malnutrition across the state. Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida, who…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has ramped up its efforts to curb the illegal liquor trade, taking strict legal action against those involved and pushing for stronger enforcement. Moving forward, this momentum will be reinforced through proposed legal reforms that will be incorporated into the upcoming excise policy, aiming to completely eliminate illicit liquor activities and…
Bhubaneswar: Ahead of the upcoming Intercontinental Cup 2023, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated three Football Training Centres in Bhubaneswar. With this, the city got Odisha Football Academy, Bhubaneswar Football Academy and Capital Arena Football. The visionary initiative was developed at a cost of Rs. 90 crores and features a total of six FIFA certified pitches, including…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has proposed the establishment of a state-of-the-art disaster management centre in Bhubaneswar to strengthen Odisha’s preparedness and resilience against natural calamities. During a meeting with the Inter-Ministerial Central Team (IMCT), Majhi urged the Central Government to extend its support for this initiative. The IMCT, led by Joint Secretary PK…
New Delhi: The Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) at NITI Aayog celebrated a significant milestone on July 5, 2024, with the graduation of its second batch of Community Innovator Fellows (CIFs). The event also saw the launch of “Stories of Change Edition 2,” a collection highlighting individuals dedicated to making impactful changes in their communities and…
Bhubaneswar: In a strategic move to strengthen urban governance and enhance capacity-building at the grassroots level, a two-day orientation programme for district-level Master Trainers on key urban initiatives began today at the SUDA Conference Hall in Bhubaneswar. The programme was inaugurated by Usha Padhee, Principal Secretary of the Housing & Urban Development Department, Government of…
The Odisha government on Tuesday announced an International Literary Award in memory of eminent writer Manoj Das who died on April 27 at Puducherry after prolonged illness. Announcing about the award, Chief minister Naveen Patnaik informed that the award will carry a cash reward of Rs 10 lakh and will be presented to Odia writers…
Jeypore: In a major boost to southern Odisha’s connectivity and development, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Saturday announced that a Vande Bharat Express train will soon run between Jeypore and Bhubaneswar. Once operational, it will be the eighth pair of Vande Bharat trains in the state, enhancing rail links between Koraput district and the…
