Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has decided to set up godowns for onions in the five districts of Odisha. As per decision, the new godowns will come up in Kalahandi, Bargarh, Nuapada, Angul, and Boudh districts. Odisha State Agricultural Marketing Board (OSAMB) General Manager Dharitri Mishra informed that the new godowns could store around 6,000 tonnes…
Bhubaneswar: In a major step towards improving international travel access for residents of Odisha, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday inaugurated a new Visa Application Centre operated by VFS Global in Bhubaneswar. The facility marks a significant milestone in enhancing citizen-centric services and reflects the state’s growing global engagement. Speaking at the event, the…
New Delhi: NITI Aayog has unveiled a comprehensive report titled “S.A.F.E. Accommodation – Worker Housing for Manufacturing Growth”, underscoring the critical need for secure, affordable, flexible, and efficient (S.A.F.E.) housing solutions for industrial workers. The report identifies key challenges in worker housing, proposes actionable solutions, and emphasizes interventions to scale up these accommodations nationwide. The initiative…
Bhubaneswar: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has taken significant steps to ensure the smooth and peaceful conduct of Lok Sabha and Assembly elections in Odisha. Dr. Archana Shivhare, CRPF IGP of Odisha Sector, informed the media that the ECI has deployed 75 companies of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) in the state, including 35…
Bhubaneswar: In anticipation of the forthcoming Rath Yatra, the Ministry of Railways has announced a comprehensive plan to ensure convenience and safety for devotees traveling to Puri by rail. The initiative includes special train services, enhanced safety and security measures, and improved sanitation and cleanliness at station premises to accommodate the large congregation of pilgrims….
Chennai: In a significant stride toward strengthening India’s maritime defence capabilities, ‘Abhay’, the seventh Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), was launched today at M/s L&T’s shipyard in Kattupalli. The launch ceremony was presided over by Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief (FOC-in-C) of the Eastern Naval Command. Following maritime tradition, Mrs. Sandhya Pendharkar,…
New Delhi: During the “Digital India FutureLABS Summit 2024” at IIIT-Delhi, a groundbreaking Smart Food Grain Storage System (SAFEETY) was launched.
New Delhi: Union Minister for Heavy Industries, H.D. Kumaraswamy, chaired a high-level inter-ministerial coordination meeting today to accelerate the rollout of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure under the PM E-Drive scheme. Senior officials from the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, and Ministry of Heavy Industries participated in the…
Antwerp: On what should have been a celebratory evening for Indian hockey, veteran midfielder Manpreet Singh’s 400th international match ended on a somber note as India fell 2-3 to Australia in the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25 clash in Antwerp. Despite a valiant performance, India could not overturn an early Australian onslaught, extending their losing…
Bhubaneswar: Minister for Food Supply and Consumer Welfare Krushna Chandra Patra conducted a comprehensive review of the Department’s activities at a meeting held at Lokseva Bhawan Conference Hall today. The meeting saw the presence of Principal Secretary Sanjay Kumar Singh, Managing Director of State Civil Supply Corporation Shubham Saxena, and other senior officials. At the outset,…
