December 5, 2025

Odisha

Odisha Govt Launches GCMS Portal and Mobile App for Streamlined Electricity Bill Payments at GP Level

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Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to streamline electricity bill payments at the Gram Panchayat level, the Odisha Government, in collaboration with Tata Power Ltd, has launched the Government Consumer Management System (GCMS) portal and a corresponding mobile application. This initiative is designed to ensure timely payment of electricity bills, improve transparency, and enhance accountability in…

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Odisha Sees Increase in Elephant Population According to 2024 Census

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Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s forests are witnessing a positive trend in elephant conservation, as revealed by the Odisha Elephant Census 2024. The census, announced on World Elephant Day by Susant Nanda, the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) for Wildlife, shows an increase in the elephant population within the state’s forest divisions. The 2024 census recorded 2,098…

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Over 3,800 Revenue Villages in Odisha Remain Without Mobile and Internet Connectivity

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New Delhi: Despite significant advancements in digital infrastructure, 3,853 revenue villages in Odisha are still without mobile and internet connectivity, as revealed by Minister of State for Communications and Rural Development, Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar. The disclosure was made in response to a question posed by BJD MP Debashish Samantaray in the Rajya Sabha. As of…

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Odisha Minister KC Patra Meets Jitendra Singh to Discuss State’s Scientific and Technological Development

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New Delhi: Krushna Chandra Patra, Minister for Science and Technology, Food Supply, and Consumer Welfare, met with Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh today to discuss the future of scientific and technological development in Odisha. Dr. Singh, who holds multiple portfolios including Science and Technology, Earth Sciences, and Atomic Energy, congratulated Patra on his recent electoral…

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Odisha Inaugurates 14 New Govt Degree Colleges to Enhance Access to Higher Education

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Bhubaneswar: In a major stride toward expanding educational opportunities in Odisha, Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj inaugurated 14 new Government Degree colleges across eight districts via video conferencing on Friday. The newly launched colleges are located in some of the most underserved areas, including Tiring (Mayurbhanj), Thuamul Rampur (Kalahandi), Gurundia and Nuagaon (Sundargarh), Bandhugaon and…

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Odisha Govt Announces Cash Reward for Men’s Hockey Team; ₹15 Lakh for Each Player, ₹4 Crore for Rohidas

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Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has announced a cash reward for the Indian Men’s Hockey team and its supporting staff following their triumph in securing the Bronze medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi expressed his congratulations to the team and revealed the rewards. As part of the announcement, each player on…

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Odisha Intensifies Efforts to Reduce Road Accidents with Focus on Rural Areas and High-Risk Districts

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Bhubaneswar: The Commerce and Transport Department of Odisha is ramping up its efforts to curb road accidents and fatalities, particularly in rural areas and high-risk districts. In a crucial meeting held at Kharavela Bhavan, Principal Secretary Usha Padhi led discussions aimed at enhancing road safety measures across the state. The meeting was attended by Transport Commissioner…

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Odisha Set to Host 40th Sub Junior and 50th Junior Aquatic Nationals Championship

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Bhubaneswar: Odisha is gearing up to host the prestigious 40th Sub Junior and 50th Junior Aquatic Nationals Championship 2024 at the state-of-the-art aquatic center at Kalinga Stadium from 6-11 August. Over 1000 participants will compete for medals and aim to set new records during the six-day event. This championship is crucial for swimmers as it…

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