Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, hosted a roundtable discussion in Kyoto with the authorities of Japan regarding opportunities for collaboration between Japan and Odisha in Tourism and Sports. Major tour operators and representatives of the hospitality sector and sports associations and representatives of the sports sector from Japan attended the discussion. During the discussion,…
New Delhi: Pralhad Joshi, the Minister of Coal, Mines & Parliamentary Affairs, unveiled the “Strategy Papers on Coal Import Substitution” today at a significant event hosted at the Ministry of Coal. The release of these strategy papers marks a crucial step towards achieving energy security and bolstering self-sufficiency in coal production, aligning with the vision…
New Delhi: On the eve of India’s 76th Republic Day, President Droupadi Murmu approved a series of prestigious gallantry and defence awards to 93 Armed Forces and Central Armed Police Forces personnel, including 11 posthumous honors. The Defence Ministry announced the awards, which include two Kirti Chakras (one posthumous), 14 Shaurya Chakras (three posthumous), and…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to play a pivotal role in India’s economic growth, aiming to become a key growth engine by 2047, according to Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. The Chief Minister made this announcement during the inauguration of ‘Resurgent Odisha 2024’, a business conclave organized by the Utkal Chamber of Commerce and Industry Limited…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is all set to rise as the sports hub in coming years with all the necessary modern amenities, said Chief Secretary Suresh Chandra Mahapatra at a book launching ceremony held in the city. Joining as chief guest, he unveiled a book titled as ‘Seizing The Opportunity: The Artist’s Gallery For Penalty Corner &…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move towards bolstering industrial development, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik laid foundation stones, and inaugurated several industrial units in Kalibeti near Khurda. The Chief Minister inaugurated the New Food Park established by IDCO at Khurda, aimed at attracting prominent companies like Pepsi, Nestle, Indo Nissin, and their ancillaries. Simultaneously, he laid the…
Bhubaneswar: “The next decade belongs to Urban Development, and we must dedicate ourselves to this mission with dignity and responsibility,” said Usha Padhee, Principal Secretary, Housing & Urban Development Department, while addressing Engineers, MIS professionals, Accountants, and Team Leads of Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) and District Urban Development Agencies (DUDAs) during an orientation on the…
Bhubaneswar: In a bid to reduce man-animal conflicts, the Odisha Forest Department has unveiled a comprehensive blueprint to relocate 756 villages located in the state’s protected forest areas. The affected villagers will be moved to other regions with financial assistance under the state government’s resettlement scheme. The plan, while aimed at improving wildlife conservation and…
New Delhi: Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs, Manohar Lal, chaired a high-level meeting today to assess preparations for the upcoming Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) Campaign 2024, a nationwide cleanliness drive set to commence on September 17, 2024. The fortnight-long campaign, which will culminate on October 2 in honor of Gandhi Jayanti, marks the…
Bhubaneswar: National award-winning Odia filmmaker Bijaya Jena has unveiled the trailer of her new short film ‘Winter Interlude’ shot in Tallinn. The trailer was launched at the Indian Pavilion of the Cannes Film Festival. Made in the English language, the short film has a subtle anti-war message on how devastating events can rip families apart….
