Bhubaneswar: The Gupteswar Forest in Koraput district has achieved a significant milestone by attaining the status of a Biodiversity Heritage Site under the Biological Diversity Act 2002, as announced by the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) via its ‘X’ handle. Noteworthy for its diverse ecosystem, the Gupteswar forest boasts a remarkable collection of at least 608…
Paris: Indian wrestling sensation Vinesh Phogat has advanced to the finals of the women’s 50kg freestyle event at the Paris Olympics 2024, securing a medal for India. Phogat achieved this milestone with a decisive 5-0 victory over Cuba’s Yusneylis Guzman.
Bhubaneswar: Odisha took a significant step toward strengthening gender equity in agriculture today as Deputy Chief Ministers Shri Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo and Smt. Pravati Parida jointly inaugurated the Gender Responsive Cell (GRC) at Krushi Bhawan. The Cell has been established in collaboration with the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) and is designed to…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is set to introduce a cashless payment ecosystem in registration offices across the state as part of its broader push towards digital governance, improved service delivery and greater transparency in public transactions. The initiative was reviewed at a high-level meeting held at Lok Seva Bhawan under the chairmanship of Additional Chief…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government’s flagship pilgrimage initiative for senior citizens — the Baristha Nagarika Tirtha Yatra Yojana (BNTYY) — continues to make spiritual journeys possible for the elderly across the state. Launched on February 1, 2016, the scheme has enabled more than 37,555 senior citizens to visit renowned pilgrimage sites across India, offering them a…
New Delhi: The State of Odisha has garnered Rs. 3881.796 crore in coal royalties for the financial year 2023-24, according to provisional data. This substantial revenue is a result of the 14% ad-valorem royalty rate on coal, which has remained unchanged since its establishment by the notification dated May 10, 2012. The steady royalty rate…
Mumbai: In a significant move to enhance the efficiency and safety of digital payments, the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has introduced a fresh set of regulations governing the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) ecosystem. The changes, which came into effect today, are aimed at reducing network load, curbing misuse, and improving transaction transparency. Under…
Bhubaneswar: Ahead of the upcoming General and Assembly elections in Odisha, the Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI(M)] announced its candidates for one Lok Sabha constituency and seven Assembly constituencies in the state. Senior CPI(M) leader Janardan Pati addressed a press conference in Bhubaneswar today, unveiling the party’s lineup for the electoral battle. The CPI(M),…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant development, seven distinct products native to Odisha have been awarded the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag by the Geographical Indication Registry in Chennai. This recognition further underscores the rich cultural diversity and traditional craftsmanship that Odisha is renowned for. The newly accorded GI tags embrace the following unique Odia treasures: Odisha…
New Delhi: In a transformative move poised to reshape India’s research and development landscape, the Centre has introduced sweeping reforms to ease the bureaucratic burden on scientists, researchers, and academic institutions. Announced by Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh at a press briefing in the national capital, the policy overhaul is designed to enhance the “Ease…
