Odisha Accelerates Railway Projects to Boost Tourism, Tribal Connectivity and Industry

Bhubaneswar: Odisha has intensified efforts to fast-track major railway projects aimed at strengthening connectivity, promoting tourism, and supporting industrial growth across the state. In a high-level review meeting chaired by Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary Smt. Anu Garg, senior officials from the state government, East Coast Railway, Forest Department, and Tourism Department assessed progress on key…

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National Campaign on Anganwadi launched in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar: An extensive month-long national campaign shedding light on Anganwadi, titled “Anganwadi: The Lifeline of Rural India,” has been launched in the city by CSOs Odisha Shramajeebee Mancha, Mahila Shramajeebee Mancha, Odisha, and Atmashakti Trust. The primary objective of this campaign is to involve key stakeholders at the grassroots level, including policymakers, CSOs, media, and…

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Economic Survey 2023-24: India Shifts Focus from Women’s Development to Women-Led Development Amidst Economic Resilience

New Delhi: The Economic Survey 2023-24, presented in Parliament today by Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, marks a significant shift in India’s approach to gender equality, transitioning from women’s development to women-led development. This pivot underscores the nation’s evolving strategy to address global and geopolitical challenges while showcasing its economic resilience and…

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Odisha Government Announces Logo Design Contest for Bhubaneswar Metro

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government has launched an exciting opportunity for artists and designers to showcase their creativity by inviting them to participate in a logo design contest for Bhubaneswar Metro. This initiative aims to capture the essence of Odisha’s soul, art, culture, and creativity through a visually appealing and representative logo. Participants are encouraged to…

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Heatwave Grips Odisha: IMD Issues Yellow Warning

Bhubaneswar: As temperatures soar across Odisha, the state grapples with a severe heatwave, with several regions recording temperatures of 40°C or higher. The India Meteorological Department’s (IMD) regional centre in Bhubaneswar reported that at least six places in the state registered temperatures of 40°C or more by 2:30 PM on Tuesday. Bhubaneswar emerged as the…

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India Hosts 19th International Conference of Drug Regulatory Authorities (ICDRA), Showcasing Global Health Leadership

New Delhi: Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Jagat Prakash Nadda, inaugurated the 19th International Conference of Drug Regulatory Authorities (ICDRA), marking the first time the prestigious event is being held in India. Hosted by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), the conference brings together…

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President Murmu Encourages IRS Trainees to Embrace Innovation and Transparency in Tax Administration

New Delhi: Officer Trainees of the Indian Revenue Service (Customs and Indirect Taxes) met President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan today, where she emphasized their pivotal role in shaping the nation’s economic framework and fostering development. Addressing the trainees, President Murmu highlighted the Indian Revenue Service (IRS) as a cornerstone of India’s uniform tax administration,…

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Education Boost in Odisha as 576 Hindi and Sanskrit Teachers Join Government High Schools

Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to strengthen the education system in Odisha, a total of 576 Hindi and Sanskrit teachers have been appointed in various government high schools in the state. Among them, 368 teachers specialize in Hindi, while 208 are experts in Sanskrit. The formal induction took place during an orientation program and recruitment…

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BCCI Announces ₹125 Crore Prize Money for Team India’s T20 World Cup Triumph

New Delhi: In a momentous announcement, Jay Shah, the Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), declared a staggering prize money of ₹125 crore for Team India following their victorious campaign in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. The announcement came shortly after India clinched a thrilling seven-run victory over South…

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Odisha Plans New ‘Debalaya Yojana’ to Preserve Temples and Mutts

Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to protect Odisha’s cultural heritage, the state government is set to launch the Debalaya Yojana, a scheme dedicated to preserving and managing temples and mutts across the state. Odisha Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan announced the upcoming initiative on Monday, noting it will address longstanding issues related to shrine management, reconstruction,…

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