Despite accounting for nearly half of all Panchayat seats, many rural women leaders in India face deep-rooted challenges, ranging from proxy representation and political illiteracy to societal stigma. Their presence in governance is often symbolic, masking the persistent barriers that hinder true empowerment and meaningful participation in local decision-making. New Delhi: The lack of…
Bhubaneswar: The Ministry of Communications has decided to shut Philatelic Bureaus all over the country. As per the notification issued on July 8, 31 philatelic bureaus will be closed. The decision has shocked to the philatelic community of Odisha as the Philatelic Bureaus at Cuttack and Sambalpur have been notified to be shut from July…
Prayagraj: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi participated in the Mahakumbh celebrations at Prayagraj today, taking a holy dip at Triveni Sangam, the sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers. The Chief Minister described the experience as deeply spiritual and transformative, emphasizing the significance of the Mahakumbh as a confluence of…
New Delhi: Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh today flagged-in a remarkable Open Water Swimming Expedition that covered 21 islands in the Andaman & Nicobar archipelago, named after Param Vir Chakra (PVC) awardees. The event, held in New Delhi, celebrated a first-of-its-kind expedition that commemorated the gallantry of India’s greatest war heroes. This initiative comes nearly a…
Malkangiri: Over 500 Maoist supporters and sympathisers from 15 villages under Chitrakonda Block of Swabhiman Anchal in Malkangir district surrendered before the police on August 22. Active Maoist and sympathisers from Dabal Pahad, Ralegada, Chintalduli, Korrapalli, Tekpadar, Palankrayi, Tatipahad, Eskapalli, Sarukabandha, Durgam, Banajholi, Chikatpalli, Jajpalli, Gajalmamidi and Sitapalli of Ralegada Gram Panchayat under Papermetla police…
Paradip: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik marked a significant milestone today as he laid the foundation stone for JSW Utkal Steel Limited’s Integrated Greenfield Steel Plant at Paradip. The colossal steel plant, set to be established in Dhinkia, will entail an investment of approximately Rs 65,000 crore and is projected to have a production capacity…
New Delhi: In a written reply to a question in the Lok Sabha, Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri Nityanand Rai highlighted the government’s concerted efforts to curb the smuggling of narcotics drugs and address the issue of drug abuse in the country.
Prayagraj: As millions of devotees gather at the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati for Maha Kumbh 2025, Reliance Industries Limited has stepped forward with a dedicated initiative—‘Teerth Yatri Seva’—to provide essential services for pilgrims, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being. The initiative, guided by Reliance’s ‘We Care’ philosophy, offers a range of support,…
Bhubaneswar: The landfall process of Cyclone Yaas which started between 10.30 Am to 11.30 Am has completed. During the landfall the intensity was 130-140 kmph gusting to 155 kmph. The very severe cyclonic storm Yaas crossed north Odisha coast about 20 km south of Balasore. The cyclone made a double landfall on Odisha coast, while…
New Delhi: As part of the PM GatiShakti initiative, the Ayodhya Bypass Project has been identified as a critical infrastructure project contributing to comprehensive socio-economic development.
