Odisha participates in national deliberations on Affordable Housing at NITI Aayog

Bhubaneswar, December 23: Housing, being a fundamental human need and a key enabler of inclusive urban development, has assumed renewed importance in the context of rapid urbanisation across the country. While the Government of India continues to prioritise “Housing for All”, States are facing growing challenges related to land availability, housing supply, and financing. The […]

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Modern “Atal Bus Stand” to come up on 5 acres in Baripada

Bhubaneswar, December 23: The Government of Odisha will develop a modern “Atal Bus Stand” at Baripada in Mayurbhanj district with airport-like facilities to enhance passenger convenience, urban mobility, and tourism potential, announced Housing & Urban Development Minister Dr. Krushna Chandra Mohapatra here on Tuesday. Chairing a high-level review meeting on the proposed project, the Minister […]

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OWSSB holds its 27th Board Meeting after 9 years 

Bhubaneswar, December 22: The Odisha Water Supply & Sewerage Board (OWSSB) held its 27th board meeting on Monday after a gap of nine years here. The board meeting was last held in 2016. Housing and Urban Development Minister (H&UD) Dr Krushna Chandra Mohapatra chaired the meeting. The Board has been reconstituted in October 2025 as […]

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IIIT Bhubaneswar to host two international conferences

Bhubaneswar, December 9: The IIIT Bhubaneswar is set to host two major international academic events this December, bringing global researchers, industry leaders, and innovators to Odisha for groundbreaking discussions in remote sensing, geoscience, cryptology, and cybersecurity. The premier institute will hold International Geoscience and Remote Sensing Symposium (InGARSS 2025), a globally anticipated event spotlighting the […]

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14 companies of CAPF deployed for Nuapada bypoll 

Bhubaneswar, November 1: As many as 14 companies of Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) have been deployed in Nuapada in a major security move ahead of the upcoming Nuapada Assembly byelection, said ADG (Law & Order) Sanjay Kumar. Kumar said a total of 14 FST and 14 SST (Static Surveillance Team) equipped with 24×7 CCTV […]

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Odisha: Two-day workshop on PALNA initiative begins in Bhubaneswar 

Bhubaneswar, October 30: A two-day consultation meeting-cum-workshop for successful implementation of PALNA scheme in the State. The objective of the PALNA scheme is to provide quality crèche facility in safe and secure environment for children (from ages 6 months – 6 years), nutritional support, health and cognitive development of children, growth monitoring and immunisation. Crèche […]

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Odisha: Energy Dept gears up for cyclone Montha with adequate materials 

Bhubaneswar, October 28: In view of the cyclone Montha, the Energy Department has geared up its machinaries to minimise the potential impact of the cyclonic storm on power infrastructure and ensure uninterrupted electricity supply across the State. Earlier today, Energy Secretary presented its preparedness in a review meeting chaired by Revenue and Disaster Management Minister […]

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Odisha: OMC observes Vigilance Awareness Week with Integrity Pledge

Bhubaneswar, October 27: Odisha Mining Corporation (OMC) Managing Director Sudhansu Mohan Samal on Monday administered the integrity pledge to employees at its head office here as the observance of Vigilance Awareness Week began today. The Vigilance Awareness Week will be observed from October 27 to November 2 on the theme “Vigilance: Our Shared Responsibility.” Employees […]

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Two Bihar Minors Rescued from Bonded Labour In Odisha’s Ganjam

Bhubaneswar: In a coordinated operation, the Ganjam District Administration successfully rescued two child bonded labourers, aged 13 and 14, from exploitative working conditions in Hinjilikatu. The children, both hailing from Bihar, were allegedly trafficked and exploited for months at local eateries. Reportedly, the operation was initiated following a tip-off to the District Collector, Ganjam, by […]

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Odisha creates Internal Audit Wings in 10 more Govt departments to further strengthen fiscal discipline 

Bhubaneswar, October 14: In a bid to further strengthen the internal audit in State Government departments, the Finance Department has created internal audit wings in 10 more departments. The Finance Department on October 9 has created internal audit wings in 10 more departments with 85 audit personnel by rationally bifurcating the present sanctioned strength of […]

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