Odisha Govt Reinforces Statewide Ban on Single-Use Plastics in All Government Offices

Bhubaneswar: In a renewed push toward environmental sustainability, the Odisha government has reinforced its ban on single-use plastic items in all government offices, autonomous institutions, and State Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs). The directive, issued to all Additional Chief Secretaries, Principal Secretaries, and Commissioner-cum-Secretaries, urges strict compliance with the existing plastic ban and outlines immediate steps…

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OCOY 2025 Opens in Bhubaneswar with a Powerful Call for Youth-Led Climate Action

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Conference of Youth (OCOY) 2025 kicked off today at ASBM University, Bhubaneswar, uniting over 800 young changemakers, climate advocates, and experts from across the state and beyond. The three-day flagship event of the Youth4Water Plus campaign was inaugurated by Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati, who urged the youth to lead the…

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NABARD Projects ₹2.52 Lakh Crore Credit Potential for Odisha at State Credit Seminar

Bhubaneswar: The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) conducted its State Credit Seminar for the financial year 2025-26 in Bhubaneswar today, unveiling the State Focus Paper for Odisha. The paper projects an overall credit potential of ₹2,52,000 crore for the priority sector, emphasizing agriculture and allied industries. The seminar was inaugurated by Odisha’s…

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Union Budget 2025-26: Multi-Sectoral Reforms to Drive Investment and Economic Growth

New Delhi: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, while presenting the Union Budget 2025-26 in Parliament today, unveiled a range of transformative measures aimed at boosting investment and spurring economic growth across sectors. The Budget focuses on enhancing public-private partnerships (PPP), supporting states with capital expenditure, and introducing strategic reforms in sectors like mining and manufacturing….

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ECI’s Strategic Preparations for 2024 Elections Unveiled

New Delhi: In anticipation of the upcoming 2024 Parliamentary Elections, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has undertaken an extensive and collaborative approach to ensure a seamless and efficient electoral process. The recent initiatives include a brainstorming session, regional conferences, and targeted training programs for key officials across the country. At the Lal Bahadur Shastri…

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Cuttack Station Roof Collapse Disrupts Services, Restored Within Hours

Bhubaneswar: Rail traffic at Cuttack Railway Station was briefly thrown out of gear on Wednesday afternoon after a portion of the roof and wall caved in during redevelopment works. Train operations were restored within a few hours following swift clearance and repair efforts. The mishap occurred around 3.45 pm when debris from the old structure…

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Odisha FC Extends Crispin Chettri’s Contract as Women’s Team Head Coach for Two More Years

Bhubaneswar: To boost women’s football ambitions, Odisha FC has announced a two-year contract extension for their women’s team head coach, Crispin Chettri. This decision follows a highly successful campaign in which the team clinched the Indian Women’s League (IWL) title in only their second season, earning them a spot in the inaugural AFC Women’s Champions…

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Odisha Govt Orders School Closures in 14 Districts as Cyclone Dana Approaches

Bhubaneswar: As Cyclone Dana approaches, the Odisha government has ordered the closure of schools in 14 districts expected to be impacted by the severe storm. Schools in Ganjam, Puri, Jagatsinghpur, Kendrapara, Bhadrak, Balasore, Mayurbhanj, Keonjhar, Dhenkanal, Jajpur, Angul, Khordha, Nayagarh, and Cuttack will remain closed from October 23 to 25, as per a notification issued…

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