New Delhi: Union Minister for Finance & Corporate Affairs Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman today proposed a new pension scheme named ‘Vatsalya’ during the presentation of the Union Budget 2024-25 in Parliament.
Bhubaneswar: Ratan Tata, the chairman emeritus of Tata Sons and one of India’s most revered industrialists, has passed away at the age of 86. His death marks the end of an era for the Tata Group, a conglomerate that has played a significant role in shaping India’s industrial landscape. Just days before his passing, Tata…
New Delhi: In a significant move towards leveraging technology for effective implementation of rural development programs, Secretary of the Ministry of Rural Development, Shri Shailesh Kumar Singh, launched the “SARATHI” app at Krishi Bhawan.
Subarnapur: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 56 development projects worth over ₹323 crore in Subarnapur district, signaling the government’s commitment to rapid, inclusive progress. At a public gathering, CM Majhi inaugurated 11 completed projects worth ₹80 crore and laid the foundation for 45 new ones…
Chandigarh: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, inaugurated a state-of-the-art 24×7 water supply project at Manimajra in Chandigarh, completed at a cost of approximately Rs 75 crore under the Smart City Mission. The project promises to benefit over one lakh residents, ensuring continuous water supply through a 22 km pipeline. Addressing the…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has allocated Rs. 16,273 crore for irrigation, flood control, and water use efficiency in the Annual Budget 2025-26. This investment aims to enhance water management, improve agricultural productivity, and ensure effective flood mitigation measures across the state. Key Budgetary Allocations for Irrigation and Water Management: In-Stream Storage Structures: Rs. 880 crore…
New Delhi: Marina Lalramnghaki, the dynamic midfielder hailing from Mizoram, has earned herself a coveted spot in the 33-member core group of the Indian Women’s Hockey Team. Her selection follows a rigorous evaluation process of a 60-member assessment squad during intensive trials held on April 6th and 7th, 2024, at the Sports Authority of India…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move towards transforming the skilling landscape in Odisha, NUA Odisha (Nutana Unnata Abhilasha) unveiled a series of groundbreaking initiatives. The emphasis on decentralized skilling marks a pivotal shift, aligning with the state’s commitment to empower the youth. Chief minister Naveen Patnaik launched the initiative on Friday. Key Initiatives Unveiled: MoU with…
Bhubaneswar: In a bid to enhance rural connectivity and empower communities, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik launched the Location Accessible Multi-modal Initiative (LAccMI) bus service in Subarnapur, Cuttack, Jharsuguda, Kandhamal, and Sambalpur districts. The inauguration, conducted through video conferencing, marked a significant step towards establishing a seamless public transport network across the state. Expressing the government’s commitment…
Bhubaneswar: The construction work of the much-awaited Metro train project in Bhubaneswar will begin by the end of 2023, informed Odisha Housing & Urban Development Minister Usha Devi on Friday. The Metro Rail System for Bhubaneswar Capital Regional has been sanctioned by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation has been engaged as…
