Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to unveil a unique melanistic (black) tiger safari in Baripada, located in the Mayurbhanj district, with preparations for the project already in full swing. The safari will showcase the state’s rare and elusive melanistic tigers, marking a significant step in wildlife conservation and tourism. Susanta Nanda, the Principal Chief Conservator of…
Mayurbhanj: As climate change continues to pose significant challenges worldwide, the need for sustainable solutions has never been more urgent. In Odisha, erratic rainfall patterns and growing population pressures have led to increased reliance on groundwater. In response, the Odisha Mineral Bearing Areas Development Corporation (OMBADC) is actively supporting the Forest, Environment, and Climate Change…
Karanjia: An inter-college women’s chess tournament was hosted at Panchpir Women’s Degree College in Karanjia on October 1, as part of the Inter-Zone (Zone-II) Chess Championship under Maharaja Sriram Chandra Bhanjdeo University (MSCBU), Baripada.
Baripada: In response to the Indian Meteorological Department’s (IMD) forecast of heavy rainfall and potential floods on September 14th and 15th, Mayurbhanj District Collector Hema Kanta Say held an urgent virtual review meeting today to assess the preparedness of the district. According to the IMD, a Red Warning has been issued for Mayurbhanj, predicting isolated…
Bhubaneswar: Deputy Chief Minister and Agriculture Minister KV Singh Deo today inaugurated a state-level oil palm plantation campaign in Dhanpur village under Betonati block in Mayurbhanj district, as part of his two-day tour of the district. The campaign is supported by 11 palm oil companies, all of which showcased their products at the event. This…
Mayurbhanj: A male Royal Bengal tiger was discovered lifeless in Duduruchampa under the Nanana range within the Similipal Tiger Reserve in Mayurbhanj district. Despite the tiger’s demise occurring three days ago, the incident only came to light today. The carcass of the 3.5-year-old tiger was first sighted by a patrolling team on the evening of…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is gearing up to unveil an exclusive Melanistic Tiger Safari near Similipal Tiger Reserve in Mayurbhanj district, offering tourists and visitors a unique opportunity to witness the rare and majestic melanistic tigers found exclusively in the state. Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik shared this exciting development in a post on X. Glad to announce…
Mayurbhanj: In a significant step towards enhancing digital connectivity, Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister of Railways, Communications and Electronics & IT, Government of India, laid the foundation stone for the installation of a 4G Mobile Tower at Manatapal Village in Mayurbhanj district. The initiative is part of the 4G Saturation Project utilizing indigenous 4G technology stack under the…
Bhubaneswar: To improve the health, nutrition and early childhood of education in Thakurmunda and Gopabandhu Nagar Blocks of Mayurbhanj District, the Women & Child Development Department has signed an MoU with the American Indian Foundation to implement an Integrated Programme for Children. This Integrated Programme will strengthen the ongoing efforts of the Odisha Government by…
