Odisha Targets 29.3 Lakh Hectares for Rabi Crops Under 2025–26 Campaign

Bhubaneswar: Odisha is gearing up for a robust Rabi season with an ambitious plan to cover 29.30 lakh hectares under various crops as part of the Rabi Campaign 2025–26. The state government aims to boost production and strengthen self-sufficiency in pulses and oilseeds through a coordinated, technology-driven approach. The State Level Conference on Rabi Campaign…

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President Murmu Urges Compassionate Care in Address to Medical Graduates at 10th Convocation of ABVIMS and Dr. RML Hospital

New Delhi: President of India, Droupadi Murmu, graced the 10th convocation of the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Medical Sciences (ABVIMS) and Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital in New Delhi today, delivering a powerful message on the importance of compassion and sensitivity in the medical profession. In her address to the graduating doctors, President Murmu…

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India Strengthens Commitment to TB Elimination at World TB Day 2025 Summit

New Delhi: Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Jagat Prakash Nadda, reaffirmed India’s unwavering commitment to achieving a TB-Mukt Bharat while addressing the World TB Day 2025 summit. The theme for this year’s summit, “Yes! We Can End TB: Commit, Invest, Deliver,” emphasized a collective approach towards eradicating tuberculosis. Nadda highlighted that India’s TB…

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Odisha Unveils Mega Irrigation & Recruitment Push at Nijukti Mela-2025

Bhubaneswar: At the 13th Nijukti Mela-2025 held at Krishi Shiksha Sadan, OUAT, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi outlined a renewed vision for a service-oriented government workforce and a stronger agricultural future for Odisha. Addressing hundreds of newly appointed engineers, he said that public service must be carried out with honesty, responsibility, and a commitment to improving…

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Odisha Disburses ₹208 Cr Interest Subvention to SHGs, Boosts Women-Led Economic Growth

Bhubaneswar: In a major push towards women-led development, the Government of Odisha on Tuesday rolled out substantial financial assistance for Self-Help Groups (SHGs) at a special programme held at Mission Shakti Bhawan. Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Mission Shakti Pravati Parida disbursed interest subvention and financial support to lakhs of women SHGs, aimed at…

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Deputy CM KV Singh Deo Reviews Various Agriculture Schemes

Bhubaneswar: K V Singh Deo, the Deputy Chief Minister of Odisha and minister of the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment (DA&FE) reviewed various agriculture schemes during a meeting at Krushi Bhavan. The meeting focused on key initiatives including the PM Kisan scheme, Digital Crop Survey, and the strategic priorities of the new government in…

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Telecom Engineering Centre (TEC) and Amrita University Join Forces for Responsible AI Innovation

New Delhi: In a significant move towards fostering innovation in Trustworthy and Responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI) Systems, the Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC), the technical arm of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Ministry of Communications, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Amrita University today. The collaboration aims to drive advancements in Responsible AI, focusing on…

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Odisha’s Subhadra Shakti Food Contest Showcases Women’s Culinary Talent, Entrepreneurship

Bhubaneswar: Celebrating Odisha’s rich culinary heritage and promoting women-led food entrepreneurship, the Mission Shakti Department has launched the Subhadra Shakti Traditional Food Competition — a first-of-its-kind state-wide initiative spotlighting traditional dishes crafted by women from Self-Help Groups (SHGs). The top SHG teams from 30 districts arrived in Bhubaneswar today for a week-long professional training at…

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