Bhubaneswar: In a remarkable example of community-led sustainable tourism, local residents managing ecotourism at Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary and Hirakud Wetland in Odisha have generated a record revenue of ₹5.11 crore in the financial year 2024–25. Their success not only underscores the economic potential of eco-friendly travel but also highlights how responsible tourism can power conservation…
New Delhi: In a vibrant display of democratic fervour, the first phase of the General Elections 2024 witnessed a remarkable turnout of voters across the country, defying the scorching heat wave conditions. Preliminary estimates indicate a voter turnout of over 60% across the 21 States/UTs where polling took place, showcasing citizens’ unwavering commitment to their…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government has officially released guidelines for the highly anticipated Subhadra Yojana, a welfare scheme aimed at empowering women. The first installment of the financial assistance under the scheme will be distributed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 17, coinciding with his birthday. According to the Women & Child Development Department, the…
Ranchi: Babulal Hembrom, a promising talent from the Jharkhand State Sports Promotion Society (JSSPS), has made the nation proud by clinching two bronze medals at the ongoing IWF World Youth Weightlifting Championship in Lima, Peru. Babulal secured third place in both the 49 kg Snatch and Clean & Jerk categories, showcasing his exceptional skill and…
New Delhi: In a significant health alert, India has reported its first case of the Mpox clade 1 strain, which prompted the World Health Organization (WHO) to declare Mpox a public health emergency last month. The strain has been detected in a 38-year-old man from the Malappuram district of Kerala, who had recently returned from…
New Delhi: On August 1, 2024, President Droupadi Murmu welcomed Prime Minister of Vietnam, H.E. Pham Minh Chinh, to Rashtrapati Bhavan in a significant diplomatic engagement aimed at strengthening bilateral ties between India and Vietnam. During their meeting, President Murmu emphasized that India-Vietnam relations are deeply rooted in shared cultural and historical connections, characterized by…
Bhubaneswar: Marking the World Water Day celebrations, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Sunday inaugurated 124 water projects worth ₹320 crore and laid foundation stones for 17 new projects valued at ₹2,292 crore at the Lok Seva Bhawan Convention Centre, taking the total investment to ₹2,612 crore. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister stressed the…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government has stepped up its focus on agricultural mechanization, with plans to organize a series of Farm Mechanization Melas across the state between November 2025 and January 2026. The initiative, aimed at transforming farming practices and empowering farmers, will feature 4 Regional Melas, 26 District-level Melas, and 28 Sub-divisional Melas. Presently, Odisha’s…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Tourism is making its mark at the prestigious SATTE Travel Expo, one of India’s foremost Tourism & Travel Exhibitions. The expo, running from February 22nd to 24th at Greater Noida provides a platform for Odisha to display its multifaceted tourism offerings, highlighting the state’s unique cultural, natural, and heritage attractions. The Odisha Tourism…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is making remarkable strides in ensuring universal access to safe drinking water, with transformative initiatives reshaping lives in Hatadihi block of Keonjhar district and Khariar block of Nuapada district. Mega Pipe Water Supply (PWS) projects in these regions are bringing clean, treated water directly to households, fostering empowerment, health, and development. In Hatadihi…
