New Delhi:18/3/25: Krushi Samruddhi Advisory System, the digital agriculture extension mechanism developed by the Department of Agriculture, Government of Odisha has been selected by the Economic Times Conclave to receive an award under the Jury Choice Category – “Digital Initiative in Agriculture and Farmer Empowerment” at the DigiTech Awards 2025 ceremony held on 18th March, at the Hyatt Regency, New ...

Bhubaneswar: 18/3/25: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi emphasized the importance of public service and commitment to the welfare of the people while addressing a ‘Nijukti Mela’ (job fair) organized at the Krushi Sikhya Sadan on Tuesday. During the event, he distributed appointment letters to 812 newly recruited officials across five departments, expressing confidence in their efficiency and dedication. In ...

Bhubaneswar Dt. 18.03.2025: Odisha Secretariat secured victory in the All India Civil Services Cricket Tournament (Super Knockout) after decades held in Delhi. Facing Karnataka State Cricket 2025, Odisha delivered a spirited performance to claim a 12-run triumph, marking a historic milestone for the team. Batting first, Odisha posted a competitive total of 156 runs in 20 overs, with vital contributions ...

Bhubaneswar, Dt: 18/03/2025: The 19th Tosali National Handicrafts Mela -2025 is going to start from tomorrow. In this regard, a press conference was organized today at the conference hall of the State Guest House. Addressing the press conference, Hon’ble Minister for Cooperation, Handlooms, Textiles and Handicrafts Shri Pradeep Bal Samanta said, Tosali Mela will be a showcase of rich handicrafts ...

Bhubaneswar, 18 March 2025: The UK Government, in collaboration with the Energy Department, Government of Odisha, and GRIDCO organized a high-level workshop on ‘Net-Zero Vision for Bhubaneswar’ today. The workshop aimed to facilitate knowledge exchange, foster multi-stakeholder collaboration, and outline a strategic roadmap for Bhubaneswar’s transition towards a low-carbon, sustainable future. The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) was the knowledge ...

Newdelhi;17/3/25: Former Union Minister Dr Debendra Pradhan, father of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, passed away today. He was 84. He breathed his last at his son’s residence in Delhi at 10:30 am. The body of Pradhan is expected to reach Bhubaneswar at around 4 pm today. His last rites will be performed at Puri Swargadwar. A veteran politician, Debendra ...

Bhubaneswar:17/3/25:After the success of Utkarsh Odisha – Make in Odisha Conclave, the 135th State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA) meeting has attracted a significant investment of ₹6,117 crores, further strengthening Odisha’s position as a premier investment destination. The meeting, chaired by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja, approved 19 major projects that are expected to generate 17,286 job opportunities, contributing to ...

Bhubaneswar:16/3/25: The Centre will soon decide on setting up a branch of the National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) in Bhubaneswar. Union Minister Gajendra Singh Sekhawat has assured Bhubaneswar MP Aparajita Sarangi of all support in this regard. The MP, who had written to the Union Minister proposing the establishment of the National Gallery of Modern Art in Bhubaneswar, recently met ...

Bhubaneswar:16/3/25:The Odisha government is set to introduce Poshan Kendras, modeled after Gujarat’s successful initiative, to provide essential commodities at subsidized rates. The announcement was made by Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Minister Krushna Chandra Patra on Sunday. These centers will cater to both economically weaker sections and middle-class families, offering essential items like rice, pulses, flour, and cooking oil at ...

Bhubaneswar: 16/3/25:Padma Bhushan Ramakanta Rath, one of the most renowned modernist poets in Odia literature, passed away this morning at Bhubaneswar at the age of 91. His passing has cast a deep shadow of mourning over the literary world, marking the end of an era in Odia literature. Born on December 13, 1934, in Cuttack, Rath pursued his master’s degree ...