Bhubaneswar: To promote community-led tourism and supporting local entrepreneurship, the Odisha government on Thursday launched the Go-Homestay Portal in Bhubaneswar. The portal was inaugurated by Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida during a State-level workshop on the Odisha Homestays Establishment Scheme–2025. Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Chief Minister said homestays play a crucial role in showcasing…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Police will organise a Nyaya Sanhita Exhibition at the Exhibition Ground in Unit-III, Bhubaneswar, to familiarise citizens with India’s newly introduced criminal laws and the changes they bring to the justice delivery system. The exhibition will focus on the implementation of the three new legal frameworks — Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik…
Bhubaneswar: The Odia Language, Literature & Culture Department, in collaboration with Vrindavan Gurukul, organised the Vrindavan Mahotsav at Rabindra Mandap in Bhubaneswar on Thursday, celebrating music and the spirit of Holi with a captivating musical evening. Eminent musician Hariharan graced the event and extended warm Holi greetings to the audience. The programme began with a…
Chanchala Mahanta, a woman farmer from Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, stands as a remarkable example of resilience, determination, and effective farming. Despite enduring personal tragedies, including the loss of her husband three years ago, the deaths of her in-laws, and caring for her young son who has a terminal illness affecting his eyesight, she has…
Bhubaneswar: The IndiaSkills Regional Competition 2025–26 for the eastern region concluded on a high note at the SDI Auditorium in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday, celebrating youth talent, technical excellence, and regional pride. Organised under the aegis of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and supported by the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), the four-day…
Bhubaneswar: In a major boost to Odisha’s internal security landscape, Director General of Police (DGP) Sri Yogesh Bahadur Khurania on Monday announced that Bolangir and Bargarh districts have been officially declared Naxal-free, marking a historic milestone in the State’s sustained anti-Naxal operations. The declaration follows a significant development in neighbouring Chhattisgarh’s Mahasamund district, which shares…
Bhubaneswar: Ahead of Holi, the Odisha Rural Development & Marketing Society (ORMAS), under the Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water Department, has rolled out ‘Rangotsav-2026’ at the State Institute for Rural Development & Panchayati Raj (SIRD & PR) campus in Bhubaneswar, creating a vibrant platform to promote chemical-free colours and strengthen market access for women Self…
Bhubaneswar: The Department of School and Mass Education, Government of Odisha, in collaboration with the Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSEL), Ministry of Education, Government of India, on Thursday co-hosted a two-day National Conference on UDISE+ in Bhubaneswar. The conference, which commenced on February 27, 2026, brought together senior officials from Samagra Shiksha, various…
Bhubaneswar: In a move aimed at strengthening institutional governance and improving employee welfare, the Odisha Water Supply and Sewerage Board (OWSSB) on Friday approved a slew of long-pending service, financial and administrative reforms. The decisions were taken at the 28th Board Meeting held at Unnati Bhawan under the chairmanship of Housing and Urban Development Minister…
Bhubaneswar: In a move to streamline the academic calendar and ensure timely commencement of classes, the Odisha Higher Education Department has decided to start the admission process for Postgraduate (PG) courses for the 2026–27 academic session well in advance. As per the revised schedule, students aspiring to pursue PG programmes in universities and colleges across…
