Bhubaneswar: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has chosen Mohan Majhi, the MLA representing Keonjhar Sadar Assembly Constituency, as the new Chief Minister of Odisha. The decision was reached unanimously during a BJP legislature party meeting held at the party’s State headquarters in Bhubaneswar, in the presence of Union Minister Rajnath Singh and senior leader Bhupendra…
Keonjhar: Fertile soil and reliable water sources are vital for successful farming, and the state government is making significant strides in promoting soil and rainwater conservation in Keonjhar district. Through the ‘Integrated Watershed Management’ program, supported by the Odisha Mineral Bearing Area Development Corporation (OMBADC), farmers are gaining access to resources that boost agricultural productivity…
Bhubaneswar: With the rise in mercury, the Odisha government has decided on Wednesday to conduct classes in schools in the morning hours only. The Regional Meteorological Centre has issued a heatwave warning, and thus all the schools in the state have been asked to conduct morning classes from April 2. School and Mass Education Minister…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s banking and financial institutions have been asked to play a more proactive role in supporting the state’s economic transformation by expanding credit access to emerging sectors and underserved areas, with particular emphasis on entrepreneurship, services and rural development. The direction came during the 183rd State Level Bankers’ Committee (SLBC) meeting for the quarter…
Bhubaneswar: With the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) for the upcoming general elections, the Odisha Chief Minister’s Grievance Cell has ceased operations until the conclusion of the electoral process. An official announcement from the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) on Sunday confirmed the suspension of activities at the Grievance Cell given the MCC…
Malkangiri/Bhubaneswar: Principal Secretary of the Housing & Urban Development and Commerce & Transport Departments, Government of Odisha, Usha Padhi, undertook a day-long visit to Malkangiri district on Thursday to review the progress of key infrastructure and development projects and assess the delivery of urban and transport services. During her visit, Padhi chaired a review meeting…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha state Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, granted approval to the Odisha Biotechnology Policy-2024, aiming to harness the potential of biotechnology for sustainable socio-economic development and to bolster the biotechnology ecosystem in the state. Chief Secretary PK Jena, after the Cabinet meeting, highlighted the key incentives of the Odisha Biotechnology Policy…
New Delhi: Jyotiraditya M. Scindia has taken charge as the Minister of Communications, emphasizing the pivotal role of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and India Post in connecting the nation. Addressing the media, Scindia underscored the significance of the telecommunications sector in modern India, highlighting its role in bridging geographical divides and fostering connectivity across…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his best wishes to the Indian contingent for the upcoming Paris Olympics during his Mann Ki Baat address today. Acknowledging the athletes’ dedication and preparation since their impressive performance in Tokyo, he expressed confidence in their potential to excel on the global stage once again. Highlighting the athletes’…
Tuticorin: In a major anti-narcotics operation, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), in coordination with the Indian Coast Guard (ICG), intercepted a drug smuggling attempt in the high seas, seizing 29.954 kg of Hashish Oil valued at ₹33 crore from a tug-barge vessel bound for Maldives. Acting on specific intelligence, DRI officers identified a tug…
