Bhubaneswar: In response to escalating forest fire incidents in sensitive wildlife areas of Odisha, the state government has taken proactive measures by deploying Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force (ODRAF) teams across seven strategic locations. Despite earlier efforts by forest personnel and fire services to contain the blaze, the forest fires persisted, prompting the government to…
Bhubaneswar: A group comprising 6 IAS Officer Trainees from the 2022 batch and 8 from the 2023 batch of the Odisha Cadre, presently undergoing training at the Gopabandhu Academy of Administration, met with Development Commissioner-cum-ACS, Smt. Anu Garg, IAS, at Loka Seva Bhawan on Saturday. During the meeting, the officer trainees received comprehensive briefings on…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha experienced scorching heatwave conditions on Sunday as temperatures soared to 40°C or higher in 30 locations across the state. According to the regional centre of the India Meteorological Department (IMD) in Bhubaneswar, Baripada emerged as the hottest place in the state, recording a maximum temperature of 44.6°C. Thirteen other cities also witnessed temperatures…
Bhubaneswar: With the onset of scorching temperatures and the prediction of a severe heat wave by the weather department, the Odisha Government has taken proactive measures to ensure the well-being of students and educators across the state. In an official statement released today, the government announced the commencement of summer vacation for all government, aided,…
Bhubaneswar: With an aim of conservation and effective management of fisheries resources, the Odisha Government has implemented a two-month ban on fishing within territorial waters along the entire coastline of the state. The ban, which came into effect on April 15, will remain in force until June 14. The Directorate of Fisheries, Odisha, Cuttack, issued…
Bhubaneswar: The Congress party, gearing up for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Odisha, has revealed its inaugural list of candidates, marking a pivotal moment in its electoral strategy for the state. In a significant announcement, the party has unveiled a list comprising 8 candidates who will contest from different constituencies across Odisha. This strategic…
Bhubaneswar: In response to the escalating heat wave conditions in the state, Satyabrata Sahu, the Special Relief Commissioner, has underscored the need for coordinated efforts across all departments and issued a series of directives to combat the heat wave effectively. Sahu emphasized the importance of identifying water scarcity pockets at the village, hamlet, or ward…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s celebrated javelin thrower, Kishore Jena, gears up for his much-anticipated debut in the prestigious Diamond League. The 28-year-old athlete, fresh from a remarkable season in 2023, is poised to continue his stellar performance on the international stage. According to reports from PTI, Jena is set to mark his entry into the elite realm…
Berhampur: In a mesmerizing display of marine biodiversity, a group of fifteen humpback dolphins was recently spotted off the coast of Ganjam district in the Bay of Bengal. The sighting occurred in the waters between Gokharkuda and Puranabandha, adding a captivating element to the region’s rich natural tapestry. The discovery was made by vigilant forest…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to support farmers, Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has announced a substantial increase in the assistance amount for the contingent expenditure of Krushak Sathis in the state. The assistance amount has been raised from Rs 12,000 to Rs 18,000 per year, according to an official release. This decision is set…
