Odisha Wins ‘Best Stall’ Award at India Maritime Week 2025 for Showcasing Maritime Heritage and Innovation

Mumbai: Odisha, often hailed as the Maritime Gateway of Eastern India, has once again made waves on the national stage. The State’s pavilion at the India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025 in Mumbai has been honoured with the ‘Best Stall’ Award, recognising its innovative design, engaging presentation, and powerful depiction of Odisha’s maritime legacy and future…

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Odisha Launches Comprehensive Initiative to Study and Prevent Chronic Kidney Disease

Bhubaneswar: After the successful rollout of free dialysis services across the state, the Odisha Government has initiated an in-depth situational analysis to manage, control, and prevent Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). A high-level brainstorming session chaired by Health and Family Welfare Secretary Aswathy S. was held today at the Combined Health Directorate, bringing together experts, senior…

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₹12,200-Crore MoU Inked to Develop National Waterways–5 & 64 in Odisha

Mumbai: To boost inland water transport and regional economic growth, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed today during India Maritime 2025 in Mumbai among the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), the Government of Odisha, the Paradip Port Authority (PPA), and Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) for the development and operationalisation of National Waterways–5 (NW–5)…

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INTACH and Sri Sri University Join Hands to Promote Heritage Conservation and Education

Bhubaneswar: In a major step towards promoting cultural preservation and heritage awareness among students, the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sri Sri University (SSU) to establish a Heritage Club on the university campus. The initiative aims to strengthen academic collaboration, foster research in heritage…

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Students Join Hands with Forest Officials for Debrigarh’s All India Tiger Estimation 2025–26

Bargarh: For the first time, the Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary is set to involve college and school students in the upcoming All India Tiger Estimation (AITE) 2025–26, marking a milestone in participatory wildlife conservation. The initiative aims to inspire the younger generation to actively engage in protecting biodiversity under the theme “Conserve today for a wilder…

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BDA Conducts Gram Sabha at Andharua for New CDP Road Project

Bhubaneswar: The Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) on Tuesday held a Gram Sabha at Andharua Panchayat to discuss the construction of a key Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP) Road that will connect Khandagiri–Chandaka Road to Andharua and Daspur (New City). Organized in accordance with the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980, the meeting was chaired by Swarnalata Baliyarsingh, Sarpanch…

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Odisha Begins Rescue After Cyclone ‘Montha’; Over 19,000 Evacuated from Vulnerable Areas

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has launched extensive relief and restoration operations after Cyclone Montha battered several parts of the state, impacting 33 blocks and 11 urban areas, according to Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari. Addressing reporters on Wednesday, Pujari said the state was well-prepared to handle the cyclone’s aftermath, with all departments working…

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Odisha Sees Widespread Heavy Rain; Gajapati’s Gosani Records 150.5 mm

Bhubaneswar: Heavy rain drenched several parts of Odisha over the past 24 hours, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) reporting widespread precipitation across coastal and interior districts. Gajapati’s Gosani topped the list with a massive 150.5 mm of rainfall recorded by 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday. Ganjam’s Patrapur followed with 117.4 mm, while Balasore’s Jaipur received…

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Cuttack Heritage Walks Explores Century-Old Kalinga Gymnasium, Symbol of City’s Fitness Legacy

Cuttack:  Steeped in history and culture, Cuttack—the millennium city and heart of Odisha— once again showcased its rich heritage as the 77th edition of Cuttack Heritage Walks explored the century-old Kalinga Gymnasium (Kalinga Bayamshala) located near Shaheed Bhawan in the Chaudhuri Bazaar area. Known for its deep cultural roots and illustrious landmarks like SCB Medical…

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