Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi highlighted the state’s illustrious maritime past and its ambitious roadmap for the future during his visit to the Odisha Pavilion at India Maritime Week 2025. The Chief Minister lauded Odisha’s transformation from an ancient maritime power to a modern hub of global trade and blue economy innovation. In…
New Delhi: The Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) between India and France were conducted on March 5, in New Delhi to boost diplomatic relation. The high-level meeting, co-chaired by Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra and Secretary-General of the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Ms. Anne-Marie Descôtes, marked a pivotal moment in the bilateral relations between the two nations.
New Delhi: Six-time World Champion and 2012 Olympic medallist, Mangte Chungneijang Mary Kom, bid farewell to her illustrious boxing career on Wednesday, citing the International Boxing Association’s (IBA) age limit for elite-level competition. The 41-year-old boxing legend acknowledged her continued hunger for competition but expressed regret that age restrictions prevent her from participating. Speaking at…
Bhubaneswar: In a move to boost connectivity and cut travel time across key regions in Odisha, a review meeting chaired by Law, Works, and Excise Minister Prithviraj Harichandan discussed the proposed Berhampur-Jeypore High-Speed Corridor and Green Field Project. Once completed, this ambitious project is expected to reduce travel time between Berhampur and Jeypore from seven…
Bhubaneswar: The Higher Education Department in Odisha has introduced virtual e-Lectures on a dedicated tutorial platform for students pursuing higher education in the state. Chittaranjan Patra, the Special Secretary and State Project Director (SPD) of Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA)-Odisha, communicated this development in a letter addressed to the Registrars of public universities and Principals…
Sohela, Odisha: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Sunday launched a groundbreaking initiative to provide farmers with additional input assistance of ₹800 per quintal of paddy over and above the Minimum Support Price (MSP) of ₹2,300. The program, unveiled at a ceremony in Sohela, Bargarh district, marks a significant step towards ensuring fair pricing for…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Tourism Development Corporation (OTDC) is set to launch Odisha Walks, a series of curated city trails in Cuttack, Puri, and Sambalpur, starting January 2025. The initiative aims to transform these cities into vibrant urban destinations, enhancing their appeal for tourists and locals alike. “Odisha Walks will celebrate the rich history, natural resources,…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja, accompanied by Principal Secretary of the Sports & Youth Services Department Bhaskar Jyoti Sarma, undertook a comprehensive tour of the Kalinga Stadium Sports Complex today. The visit aimed to review the various sports facilities and engage directly with athletes and coaches. During the visit, Chief Secretary Ahuja explored several key…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has announced the recruitment of 6,025 teachers for Government Secondary Schools across the state. These appointments will be for the position of Leave Training Reserve teachers, with the aim of strengthening the education system in Odisha. Among the total recruits, 1,988 positions will be reserved for women, supporting…
Chandigarh: In a startling incident at the Chandigarh airport today, newly elected Member of Parliament Kangana Ranaut was allegedly slapped by a CISF personnel while heading to Delhi. Following a complaint from Ranaut, the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has detained the woman constable involved, and an investigation is currently underway. Officials have identified the constable…
