Odisha Launches Landmark Intra-State River Linking Project to Combat Water Scarcity and Flooding Bhubaneswar, July 24: In a decisive move towards sustainable water management, the Odisha Government has unveiled a major intra-state river linking initiative with an investment of ₹1,790 crore. Spearheaded by the Department of Water Resources (DoWR), this ambitious project is poised to […]
Odisha to Roll Out Centre’s ‘Mission Vatsalya’ Scheme to Strengthen Child Protection Systems Bhubaneswar, July 24:In a significant move to enhance child welfare and protection services, the Odisha Government on Wednesday announced the implementation of the Central Government’s Mission Vatsalya scheme across the state. The decision was finalized during a high-level meeting of the State-Level […]
BJD Protests Across Odisha, Demands Judicial Probe into FM College Student’s Self-Immolation Bhubaneswar, July 21 : The opposition Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Sunday launched statewide protests in front of the Revenue Divisional Commissioner (RDC) offices in Cuttack, Sambalpur, and Berhampur, demanding a judicial inquiry by a sitting High Court judge into the tragic self-immolation […]
Odisha Bans Petrol Sale in Plastic Bottles Following Recent Burning Incidents Bhubaneswar, July 21 : In the wake of two alarming cases involving the burning of a female student and a minor girl using inflammable fuel, the Odisha government has imposed a statewide ban on the sale of petrol and diesel in plastic bottles, Consumer […]
Four Odisha Tourist Spots Revamped Under Swadesh Darshan Scheme: Shekhawat Bhubaneswar, July 21 : Four prominent ecotourism destinations in Odisha — Gopalpur, Barkul, Satapada, and Tampara — have undergone significant infrastructure development under the Centre’s Swadesh Darshan Scheme, informed Union Minister of Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat in a written reply in the Lok Sabha on […]
TPCODL Introduces Innovative Digital Payment Initiative with SBI and Razorpay Support TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL), a joint venture between Tata Power and the Government of Odisha, has introduced an inclusive digital payment initiative in collaboration with the State Bank of India (SBI) and Razorpay. This customer friendly solution is designed to enhance accessibility […]
Floods Trigger Crocodile Scare in Odisha’s Coastal Kendrapara Kendrapara, July 18 : A wave of panic has gripped flood-affected villages in Odisha’s Kendrapara district after multiple sightings of estuarine crocodiles were reported in submerged areas along the Brahmani, Baitarani, and Kharasrota rivers. As floodwaters continue to inundate low-lying regions, fear of crocodile attacks has added […]
BJD Vows to Continue Agitation Until Justice for Soumyashree is Delivered Bhubaneswar, July 18 (UNI): The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Thursday reaffirmed its commitment to continue statewide protests until justice is delivered in the case of Soumyashree, a student of Fakir Mohan Autonomous College, whose death has sparked public outrage across Odisha. Addressing a […]
Odisha Becomes First State to Roll Out Energy Transition Policy: Deputy CM Singh Deo Bhubaneswar, July 18 : Odisha has become the first Indian state to implement a comprehensive Energy Transition Policy, marking a significant step towards a low-carbon and sustainable future. Deputy Chief Minister K.V. Singh Deo, who also holds the Energy portfolio, made […]
Odisha CM Announces Ex-Gratia for Panchayat Representatives in Case of Death or Disability Bhubaneswar, July 17 : In a significant move to acknowledge the service and commitment of grassroots leaders, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday announced ex-gratia financial assistance for Panchayat representatives in the event of death or disability during their tenure. […]
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