Bhubaneswar: In anticipation of the massive gathering of devotees during the upcoming Rath Yatra in Puri, the district police have issued a structured traffic and parking plan to ensure smooth vehicular movement and crowd control. The advisory, released on Tuesday, outlines dedicated routes and parking arrangements for vehicles arriving from various directions, aiming to ease…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has announced the results of the Odisha Civil Services (OCS) Preliminary Examination 2023, conducted on December 15, 2023. The results were published on Friday, confirming that 4,799 candidates, including 1,573 women, have qualified for the next stage of the selection process. According to the official notification from OPSC, the…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha government on Thursday declared unseasonal rain as a state-specific disaster. The proposal was approved by Chief Minister Shri Mohan Charan Majhi, enabling affected farmers to receive financial support from the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF). With this decision, unseasonal rainfall — often responsible for extensive crop damage across the state — will now…
Bhubaneswar: In a major boost to industrial development, Odisha has secured ₹6,117 crore in fresh investments, reinforcing its status as a premier investment hub. The 135th State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA) meeting, chaired by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja, IAS, approved 19 major projects across 10 high-impact sectors, generating 17,286 job opportunities. The investment approvals…
Bhubaneswar: The 18th Governing Body Meeting of the Centre for Environmental Studies (CES) took place today, marking a significant step forward in the state’s commitment to environmental education and sustainability. The meeting, held at the Home Department’s conference hall, was chaired by Satyabrat Sahu, Additional Chief Secretary, Forest, Environment & Climate Change Department, and attended…
Minicoy Island: In a daring rescue operation, the Indian Coast Guard ship Samarth rendered invaluable assistance to the distressed Indian fishing boat Arul Matha (IND-TN-12-MM-5707), which was left adrift approximately 50 nautical miles southwest of Minicoy Island since 25th January due to an engine breakdown.
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 light of the prevailing model code of conduct enforced due to dual elections in the state, the Odisha government has decided to celebrate Bhubaneswar Foundation Day for one day only. The decision was made during a preparatory meeting for the official celebration, chaired by Development Commissioner Anu Garg, in Bhubaneswar on Saturday. Addressing…
Bhubaneswar: To strengthen Odisha’s renewable energy infrastructure, Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo chaired a high-level meeting today focused on the production and storage of clean energy, with particular emphasis on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Discussions also included initiatives for solar-powered street lighting in the state. Highlighting the importance of storage technology, Singh…
Bikaner: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated, laid the foundation stone, and dedicated to the nation a series of development projects worth ₹26,000 crore in Bikaner, Rajasthan. The event marked a major milestone in the country’s infrastructure, industrial, and energy advancement, as well as a reaffirmation of India’s unyielding stance on national security. Addressing…
