BJD Minister Naba Das Murder Case: Family members of slain leader meet Odisha CM, demand CBI probe 

Bhubaneswar, March 19: The family members of Naba Kishore Das, a senior Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leader and serving Health Minister who was killed in January 2023, met Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday evening at the State Secretariat and demanded a probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) into the incident. […]

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Utkarsh Odisha-Make in Odisha Conclave 2025 breaks records, secures Rs 16.73 lakh crore investment proposals 

Bhubaneswar, January 29: The Utkarsh Odisha-Make in Odisha Conclave 2025 shattered all previous records, securing a remarkable Rs 16.73 lakh crore in investment proposals, well beyond its original target of Rs 5 lakh crore. The event saw an overwhelming response, with 595 investment intents spanning across 20 industries, marking a defining moment for the state’s […]

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Ahead of Utkarsh Odisha Conclave, Odisha Govt approves 8 investment projects worth Rs 32,736 crore

Bhubaneswar, January 24: Ahead of the Utkarsh Odisha investment conclave, the 39th High-Level Clearance Authority (HLCA) headed by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday approved investments worth Rs 32,736 crore across eight transformative industrial projects. These investments are set to generate employment for over 18,688 individuals, reinforcing Odisha’s industrial and economic foundation. These projects, […]

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Odisha: Yard restructuring work at Bhadrak Railway Station completed within deadlines 

Bhubaneswar, December 20: The East Coast Railway (ECoR) has successfully completed the major yard restructuring work at Bhadrak Railway Station within the scheduled timeframe, marking a significant milestone in the station’s modernization efforts. The work, which aimed at improving operational efficiency and streamlining train management, was completed as per the schedule. Importantly, no additional train […]

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Odisha: Ashwini Vaishnaw to inaugurate east side building of Cuttack railway station on Saturday 

Bhubaneswar, December 5: Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw will inaugurate the new East Side Station Entry at Cuttack Railway Station on December 7 (Saturday), said an official release. According to an East Coast Railway (ECoR) statement, the east side station building of Cuttack Railway Station will facilitate in seamless movement of passengers directly from the NH […]

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Odisha: Land acquired by Vedanta University in Puri to be returned to owners, announces Minister 

Bhubaneswar, November 13: The land acquired by Vedanta Group for establishment of Vedanta University in Puri will be returned to the farmers who owned it, announced Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari. In September this year, the Orissa High Court issued notice to the State authorities on the issue of return of land acquired […]

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Odisha: Government contemplates cow dung as firewood alternative for cremations at Puri Swargadwara

Bhubaneswar, October 29: The Odisha Government is exploring the use of cow dung in place of firewood for cremating bodies at Swargadwara, the revered crematorium in Puri. This site holds deep significance in Hindu beliefs, as it is said that a soul cremated at Swargadwara is freed from earthly ties and finds a place in […]

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IPS Reshuffle in Odisha: 22 districts get new SPs; Twin Cities get new DCPs: Check Details 

Bhubaneswar, September 29: The Odisha Government on Sunday effected a major reshuffle in IPS and appointed SPs in several districts. Besides, DCPs of Bhubaneswar and Cuttack have also been transferred. Check Details Pinak Mishra: DCP, Bhubaneswar M Sandeep Sampath: SP, Bhadrak Anupama James: SP, Vigilance Rahul PR: SP, vigilance Jagmohan Meena: DCP, Cuttack L Divya […]

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AIIMS Bhubaneswar saves life of critically ill woman through ECMO Therapy

Bhubaneswar, September 9: In a remarkable demonstration of medical innovation and dedication, AIIMS Bhubaneswar has successfully saved the life of a critically ill woman using advanced ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation) therapy, said an official release. This case marks a significant achievement for the institution, showcasing its commitment to integrating cutting-edge technology with compassionate care. According […]

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Odisha: Six 2022-batch IAS officers appointed as Sub-Collectors

Bhubaneswar, September 3: The Odisha Government on Tuesday appointed six IAS officers of 2022 batch as Sub-Collectors of different Sub-Divisions. The new assignments were given to the IAS officers on completion Phase-II training. According to a notification issued by the General Administration and Public Grievances Department, Akshay Pillay has been appointed as Sub-Collector of Bonai […]

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