Bhubaneswar: Odisha Excise Minister Prithviraj Harichandan on Wednesday inaugurated a series of new technological initiatives at the Odisha State Beverages Corporation (OSBC) head office. The new systems include the Central CCTV Monitoring System, Auto Indexing Approval System, and direct integration with the State Government Treasury. These upgrades are designed to enable real-time monitoring of OSBC’s…

Bhubaneswar: In a major stride toward promoting scientific innovation and fostering a culture of curiosity and research, the Odisha government has unveiled plans to develop a world-class Science City in Bhubaneswar. The project is seen as a vital component of the state’s long-term development strategy under the Viksit Odisha 2036 vision. The announcement was made…

Bhubaneswar, : In a significant stride towards modernizing railway infrastructure and boosting regional development, the Indian Railways has undertaken the redevelopment of several railway stations in Western Odisha under the Amrit Station Scheme. The initiative aims to transform key stations with world-class amenities, improved connectivity, and sustainable design—enhancing passenger experience and stimulating local economies. As…

Bhubaneswar: Odisha Deputy Chief Minister and Agriculture Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo represented the state at the Kharif Abhiyan 2025 during the National Conference on Agriculture, held at the Rashtriya Krishi Vigyan Kendra in New Delhi. The high-level event, chaired by Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, brought together agriculture ministers from across the country…

Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to take a significant step towards strengthening its global presence with the launch of direct international flights between Bhubaneswar and Abu Dhabi from June 2025. The service will operate from Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA) under the Centre’s Building Management of Aviation Assets and Network (B-MAAN) initiative. The announcement was welcomed…