Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has intensified efforts to accelerate development in Left Wing Extremism-affected areas, with Chief Secretary Anu Garg chairing a high-level review of the ‘Gramodaya’ initiative at Lok Seva Bhawan on Thursday. Launched in October 2024, the Gramodaya programme aims to ensure holistic development and strengthen trust between the administration and local communities….
Los Angeles: Pop sensation Miley Cyrus achieved a significant milestone in her illustrious career as she secured the coveted Grammy for Record of the Year for her chart-topping hit “Flowers” at the 2024 Grammy Awards. Earlier in the evening, the same track earned Cyrus her first Grammy in the Best Pop Solo Performance category. The…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government will install closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras in all Mandis to ensure transparent paddy transport, announced Minister of Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Krushna Chandra Patra on Saturday. In addition, GPS systems will be installed in vehicles transporting paddy from procurement centers to millers. The CCTV cameras will monitor paddy movement in…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant boost to farmers, the Government of India has approved procurement of pulses and oilseeds under the Price Support Scheme (PSS) for the Rabi 2025–26 season, following a high-level virtual meeting between Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Odisha’s Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo. The approval comes after a…
Bhubaneswar: For the first time women Mayors will be elected for two municipal corporations including Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation. In a notification issued on Wednesday, the Odisha government proposed to reserve the post of Mayor of Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) and Berhampur Municipal Corporation (BeMC) for women. The post of mayor for Cuttack Municipal Corporation (CMC)…
Bhubaneswar: In a bid to address the persistent issue of migrant worker displacement, the Odisha government held a high-level meeting at Lok Seva Bhavan today under the chairmanship of Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo. The meeting focused on exploring sustainable livelihood options, with a special emphasis on dairy farming and cattle rearing…
New Delhi: In a significant move to enhance disaster resilience and management across India, a High-Level Committee (HLC) chaired by Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, has approved a series of disaster mitigation and capacity-building projects for various states. The meeting, held today in New Delhi, included Finance Minister, Agriculture Minister, and…
New Delhi: Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal participated in the 23rd meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Ministers responsible for foreign economic and trade activities, held virtually yesterday. In his address, Barthwal highlighted India’s active contributions to the SCO since its membership began in 2017 and outlined the country’s vision for a ‘SECURE’ SCO, as…
New Delhi: The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has unveiled a new functionality in the Annual Information Statement (AIS), aimed at providing greater transparency and convenience to taxpayers. The AIS, accessible through the e-filing website (www.incometax.gov.in), furnishes details of various financial transactions with potential tax implications undertaken by the taxpayer. One of the key…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move towards eradicating malnutrition in Odisha, the Department of Women and Child Development (W&CD), in collaboration with UNICEF, organized a State-Level Take Home Ration (THR) Conclave at Mayfair Lagoon. The event, aimed at addressing nutrition issues and exploring best practices in the distribution of nutrition supplements, was graced by Prabhati Parida, Deputy…
