Bhubaneswar: To give better facilities for cancer treatment in the state, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has approved the proposal for the establishment of a state-of-the-art Medical Cyclotron unit in the Tata Memorial Cancer Hospital (TMCH) being established in the National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER) campus at Jatni. State Government would sanction a…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Cabinet on Thursday approved the transfer of equity shares of Gopalpur Ports Ltd (GPL) to Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZ). The shares, previously held by Shapoorji Pallonji Port Maintenance Private Limited and Odisha Stevedores Limited, will now be transferred to APSEZ. This decision is part of a broader plan…
Koraput: A report on the intangible tribal heritage of the state focussing on Kondh and Gadaba tribes was released today at the Seminar Hall of the Tribal Museum, Koraput. The Odisha chapter of Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) has been conducting research on the tribal heritage of the state since 2018. …
Bhubaneswar: To promote the use of the Odia language and enhance agricultural oversight, a high-level meeting of senior officers was convened under the chairmanship of the Chief Administrative Secretary. The meeting focused on several key directives aimed at improving administrative efficiency and ensuring the welfare of farmers. One of the major directives issued was the…
New Delhi: The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India (Northern Region Office), orchestrated a Conference on the Mahabharat Circuit, followed by a Familiarisation Trip to Kurukshetra, Jyotisar, and Thanesar on January 10, 2024.
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step to diversify its liquor industry and boost local agriculture, the Odisha government has unveiled plans to promote the brewing of liquor from millets. This announcement was made during a review meeting of the Excise Department, chaired by Excise Minister Prithiviraj Harichandan. The state government is actively engaging with specialized firms with…
Visakhapatnam: In a symbol of strengthened bilateral ties and joint defense collaboration, the Sunrise Command of the Indian Navy warmly welcomes the USS Halsey (DDG-97), an Arleigh Burke-Class Guided Missile Destroyer of the United States Navy, to the City of Destiny, Visakhapatnam, for the prestigious MILAN 2024 naval exercise.
New Delhi: The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, presented the prestigious 70th National Film Awards in a grand ceremony held in New Delhi today. Recognizing excellence in various categories of Indian cinema, the awards celebrated the diversity and creativity of the country’s film industry. A highlight of the event was the conferring of the Dadasaheb…
New Delhi: The provisional payroll data released by the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) for November 2023 showcases a commendable addition of 15.92 lakh new employees, signaling a robust growth in employment opportunities.
Bhubaneswar: Strengthening development in Kandhamal district, Odisha Chief Secretary Anu Garg reviewed key projects across sectors including tourism, agriculture, education, and infrastructure, stressing the need for a coordinated approach to drive growth. Building on her earlier visit to the district, Garg highlighted the untapped tourism potential of Daringbadi and nearby locations. She called for improving…
