Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya Holds Key Consultations on Employment Linked Incentive Scheme

New Delhi: As part of a series of stakeholder consultations, Union Minister for Labour & Employment and Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, chaired an introductory meeting today with representatives from Employers’ Organisations to discuss the Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme. The meeting, held in New Delhi, was attended by Union Minister of State…

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Bharat Gopichand Odisha Badminton High-Performance Centre Inaugurated at Kalinga Stadium

Bhubaneswar: The Bharat Gopichand Odisha Badminton High-Performance Centre, a state-of-the-art facility designed to elevate the standards of badminton in India, was inaugurated today at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar. Spread across 77,000 square feet, the centre boasts eight air-conditioned badminton courts, seating for 400 spectators, and cutting-edge amenities to accommodate 36 players. Inspired by the…

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Odisha Gears Up for International Year of Cooperatives 2025

Bhubaneswar: The State-Level Cooperative Development Committee (SCDC) held its third review meeting on Tuesday, chaired by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja, to discuss the roadmap for Odisha’s celebration of the International Year of Cooperatives (IYC) 2025. This initiative, declared by the United Nations, focuses on advancing cooperative models to achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030….

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16th Zonal Review Meeting of EPFO Commences, Emphasizing Progress and Targets

New Delhi: The 16th Zonal Review Meeting of the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) commenced on April 30, 2024, inaugurated by Sumita Dawra, Secretary of the Ministry of Labour & Employment. The event witnessed the presence of Neelam Shami Rao, Central Provident Fund Commissioner (CPFC), Alok Mishra, Joint Secretary of the Ministry of Labour and…

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Odisha Budget 2025-26: Rs. 9,985 Crore Allocated for Urban Development

Bhubaneswar, February 17, 2025: The Odisha government has allocated Rs. 9,985 crore for urban development in the Annual Budget 2025-26, focusing on infrastructure enhancement, sanitation, and smart city initiatives to improve the quality of life in urban areas. Key Budgetary Allocations for Urban Development: Mukhyamantri Sahari Vikas Yojana: Rs. 1,100 crore for urban infrastructure and…

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