Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s integrated public mobility platform Odisha Yatri has crossed a significant milestone of 5 lakh completed trips, reinforcing its position as one of the State’s fastest-growing ride-hailing and public transport applications. The platform is witnessing strong commuter traction, with over 28 lakh ride searches recorded to date—an indication of rising user engagement across major…
New Delhi: The National Tribal Research Institute (NTRI), under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, hosted a pivotal workshop titled “Empowering Tribal Youth with New Age Skills” in New Delhi today. The workshop aimed to equip tribal youth with essential skills and knowledge to thrive in today’s rapidly evolving world. Nirupam Chakma, Member of the National…
Bengaluru: The National Communications Academy – Finance (NCA-F), in collaboration with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Area Office, Delhi, and the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, has inaugurated a two-day workshop on “BHARAT 6G VISION: TRANSLATING RESEARCH TO STANDARDS.”
Bhubaneswar: The Government of Odisha has announced a monthly honorarium of Rs 25,000 for Padma Awardees from the state. The honorarium will be effective from April 2024, recognizing the invaluable contributions of these esteemed individuals to various fields. The Padma Award, considered the nation’s most prestigious civilian honor, is bestowed upon individuals who have brought…
Bhubaneswar: In a moment of pride and celebration, Anupam Patnaik’s thought-provoking film ‘Pratikshya’ was awarded the prestigious Best Odia Feature Film at the 69th National Film Awards ceremony held at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi. The award was presented to Patnaik in the form of a coveted Rajat Kamal, along with a cash prize of Rs…
Bhubaneswar: Students seeking admission to undergraduate courses in Odisha for the 2026–27 academic session have been given additional time to complete their applications, with the Higher Education Department extending the deadline for submission of forms through the Student Academic Management System (SAMS) portal. According to an official notification, applicants can now submit their Common Application…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has issued a high alert to Collectors of six districts in anticipation of heavy rainfall due to a low-pressure system forming over the Bay of Bengal. The Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) instructed the districts falling under orange and yellow warning zones to remain vigilant and prepared for any potential emergencies. In a…
New Delhi: To aid flood-affected states, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has released ₹ 5858.60 crore as a central share from the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) and an advance from the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF). This financial assistance aims to support 14 states hit by heavy rainfall, floods, and landslides during this…
Chennai: In a move that echoes the predictions of seasoned economists, the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has opted to maintain the repo rate at 6.50 per cent. The repo rate, which signifies the rate at which the RBI lends to commercial banks, remains unchanged following the MPC’s deliberations held from…
Bhubaneswar: As a prelude to the inaugural Biswa Odia Bhasa Sammilani (World Odia Language Conference), the play “Buxi Jagabandhu” unfolded in Bhubaneswar on Monday, shedding light on the heroic tale of Odisha’s legendary freedom fighter. The play, which delves into the bravery and sacrifices of Buxi Jagabandhu during the armed rebellion against British rule in…
