June 28, 2026

Odisha CM Inaugurates Labour Waiting Centers in Bhubaneswar, Launches Welfare Initiatives for Workers

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Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi today inaugurated multi-purpose Labour Waiting Centers at Dumduma and Kalpana Chhak in Bhubaneswar, marking a significant step toward improving the working conditions and dignity of labourers in the state. These centers, equipped with temporary shelter facilities, clean drinking water, toilets, and adjoining parks, are designed to provide comfort and…

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Odisha Launches 24/7 Grain ATM to Enhance Food Security

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Bhubaneswar: In a pioneering move towards ensuring round-the-clock access to food grains for public distribution system (PDS) beneficiaries, Odisha launched a standalone grain dispensing solution. The Annapurti Grain ATM, inaugurated today at Mancheswar in Bhubaneswar, marks a significant step in the state’s ongoing efforts to achieve nutritional security. The innovative Annapurti solution was unveiled by…

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H&UD Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra Pays Surprise Visit to Aahar Kendra, Emphasizes Quality and Cleanliness

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Bhubaneswar: Housing and Urban Development (H&UD) Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra made an unannounced visit to the Aahar Kendra at Capital Hospital premises today, reinforcing the government’s commitment to ensuring quality and cleanliness in the state-run affordable meal centers. During his visit, Minister Mahapatra purchased a meal coupon and dined alongside the patrons, engaging in conversations…

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Union Budget 2025-26: ₹2,703.67 Crore Allocated for Fisheries Sector, Strengthening Sustainable Growth and Global Competitiveness

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New Delhi: In the Union Budget 2025-26 tabled today in the Lok Sabha, the government proposed a historic total annual budgetary support of ₹2,703.67 crore for the fisheries sector, marking a 3.3% increase over the previous year’s allocation of ₹2,616.44 crore. This includes ₹2,465 crore allocated for the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), which…

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NCVET Recognizes IN-SPACe as an Awarding Body to Boost Space Sector Skilling

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New Delhi: National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET), under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), has officially recognized the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Center (IN-SPACe) as a Dual Awarding Body. The agreement was formalized in the presence of Shri Atul Kumar Tiwari, Secretary of MSDE and Chairperson of NCVET….

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No classroom teaching in colleges and universities till May 2 in Odisha

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Bhubaneswar: In view of the heatwave conditions in the state, the Odisha Government on Tuesday decided to suspend classroom teaching for UG and PG students at colleges and universities from April 27 to May 2. However, other activities at the higher educational institutions such as examination, evaluation, administrative work, research work among others will continue,…

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Govt Approves Over 1.46 Lakh Smart Classrooms Nationwide Under Samagra Shiksha Scheme

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New Delhi: In a significant step toward strengthening digital education across India, especially in rural areas, the government has approved the setup of 1,46,040 smart classrooms under the Samagra Shiksha scheme as of May 31, 2025. The update was shared in the Lok Sabha on Monday. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, while responding to a…

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Cuttack Gears Up for Thrilling Season 2 of Ultimate Kho Kho

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Bhubaneswar: In a bid to enhance viewer excitement, a revamped points system takes center stage as the reigning champions, Odisha Juggernauts, clash with Rajasthan Warriors to kick off Season 2 of India’s premier Kho-Kho carnival at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Cuttack this Sunday. Initiated by Amit Burman in collaboration with the Kho Kho…

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