Bhubaneswar, Nov 4 (UNI) With neighbouring states stepping up efforts to attract large-scale industrial investments, Odisha must urgently accelerate its mineral-led industrialisation, unlock its vast bauxite reserves and convert pending investment commitments into tangible economic growth and employment opportunities, the Think Change Forum (TCF) has said.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 4 (UNI) Ten digital content creators and social media influencers from Odisha are showcasing the State’s rich art, craft and cultural heritage at Bharat Parv 2026, being held at the Statue of Unity in Gujarat from November 1 to 15.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 4 (UNI) Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee (OPCC) president Bhakta Charan Das on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on the BJP-led state government, accusing it of failing to manage floods, neglecting farmers'' interests and showing inadequate commitment to safeguarding Odisha''s territorial rights in Kotia.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 4 (UNI) The Revenue Board has brought a 43-year-old legal dispute over 62.72 acres of prime government land near Jagatpur in Cuttack to an end, dismissing a revision petition by claimants and upholding the State’s ownership of the property, estimated to be worth over Rs 800 crore.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 4 (UNI) The Odisha government has approved monthly incentives of up to Rs 10,000 for in-charge principals of private aided colleges, based on their place of posting.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 4 (UNI) In a major relief to in-charge principals of private aided colleges in Odisha, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has approved a proposal to provide monthly financial incentives ranging from Rs 5,000 to Rs 10,000, depending on their posting location and geographical conditions.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 4 (UNI) The Odisha Government and Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL) South Asia on Wednesday signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen evidence-based policymaking and support the state’s development goals under Odisha Vision 2036 and 2047.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 4 (UNI) Odisha Vigilance on Wednesday recovered gold jewellery weighing around 606 grams from a bank locker operated by arrested Superintending Engineer Prasanjit Das during his three-day police remand.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 4 (UNI) In a major step towards promoting environmental sustainability and preserving Odisha’s rich maritime heritage, the state government has decided to make the historic Bali Yatra in Cuttack a plastic-free event this year.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 4 (UNI) A delegation of the Biju Janata Dal (BJD),the principal Opposition in Odisha will visit landslide-ravaged Dangesi village under Raikia block in Kandhamal district to assess the situation and express solidarity with families affected by the disaster, party sources said on Wednesday.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 4 (UNI) The Centre and Odisha Government have reviewed key hurdles in the development of the 588-km National Waterway-5 (NW-5), including land acquisition, statutory clearances, infrastructure maintenance and water availability for navigation, officials said on Wednesday.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 4 (UNI) The Centre and the Odisha Government reviewed key hurdles in the development of the 588-km National Waterway-5 (NW-5), including land acquisition, statutory clearances, infrastructure maintenance and water availability for navigation, officials said on Tuesday.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 3 (UNI) Odisha has received investment proposals worth Rs 1.17 lakh crore for an additional 11,742 MW of clean-energy capacity, with 18 companies signing MoUs at the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit 2026 in New Delhi.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 3 (UNI) The rich cultural and spiritual heritage of Lord Jagannath will find artistic expression at a three-day painters’ camp, ‘Neela Shaila’, to be organised by the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration in Puri.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 3 (UNI) Odisha has set an ambitious target of emerging as one of India''s top five power-exporting states and a leading clean-energy investment destination, with Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi unveiling the State''s long-term renewable energy vision at the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo 2026 in New Delhi on Tuesday.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 3 (UNI) Odisha is set to strengthen its inland water transport network and accelerate port-led industrial development with the proposed development of National Waterway-5 (NW-5), a 588-km-long waterway connecting key industrial and mineral-rich regions of the state with major ports and waterways in eastern India.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 3 (UNI) Students of five government Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and a government engineering institution have taken up the repair of damaged power equipment and water supply systems in cyclone-hit Ganjam district to help restore essential services, said officials on Tuesday.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 3 (UNI) With Cyclone Murasu sparing Odisha, the State Government has shifted its focus to assessing the damage caused by Cyclone Arnab, deploying four IAS officers and facilitating a Central team''s field inspection.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 3 (UNI) The Opposition Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Tuesday slammed Panchayati Raj Minister Rabi Narayan Naik for riding piggyback on his personal security officer (PSO) during a visit to Kandhamal district, describing the incident as disturbing and reflective of the government’s “inhuman mindset”.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 3 (UNI) In a major step towards accelerating relief, rehabilitation and restoration efforts in cyclone-hit southern Odisha, the state government has deputed four IAS officers to three worst-affected districts — Gajapati, Ganjam and Kandhamal — to strengthen disaster response and ensure the speedy delivery of assistance to affected people.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 2 (UNI) Odisha Vigilance on Monday nabbed a Special Land Acquisition Officer for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 3.10 lakh from a landowner in exchange for releasing compensation and promising favourable consideration in a future land acquisition process in Angul.
Bhubaneswar, Nov2 (UNI) With Cyclone Murasu posing a potential threat to southern Odisha, the state government has stepped up precautionary measures, evacuating more than 1.6 lakh people from vulnerable areas across five districts to ensure their safety.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 2 (UNI) Odisha has lost one of its most distinguished medical personalities with the passing of eminent neurosurgeon and Padma Shri awardee Prof. (Dr.) Ashok Kumar Mohapatra, who breathed his last on Monday night at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 2 (UNI) Cyclone Arnab and the subsequent heavy rainfall and floods have affected 2,10,920 people across 41 blocks, 488 gram panchayats and 2,137 villages in Ganjam, Gajapati and Kandhamal districts of Odisha, State Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari said on Monday.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 2 (UNI) Amid efforts to restore normalcy in cyclone- and flood-hit areas, a Central Government team has arrived in Odisha to assess the damage caused by Cyclone Arnab and the subsequent heavy rainfall, even as the state braces for the possible impact of another cyclonic system over the Bay of Bengal.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 2 (UNI) The Opposition BJD on Monday launched an attack on the BJP government over the devastation caused by Cyclone Arnab and subsequent floods in Ganjam and Gajapati, alleging lapses in disaster preparedness and demanding an apology from the Chief Minister.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 2 (UNI) An ancient Shiva shrine, believed to date back to the 9th-10th century AD, took centre stage during the 21st Jagatsinghpur Heritage Walk, as participants explored the historic Jhankeswar Mahadev Temple at Biritola in Odisha''s Jagatsinghpur district.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 2 (UNI) The CPI (M) has accused the BJP government in Odisha of offering inadequate relief to Cyclone Arnab- and flood-hit people, saying the compensation package fails to address the scale of damage to agriculture and livelihoods.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 2 (UNI) Nearly 2,900 people, including 240 pregnant women, have been evacuated in Koraput and Kandhamal districts as Odisha steps up preparedness for severe cyclonic storm Murasu, which is moving towards the south Andhra Pradesh coast, said officials of the Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) office here on Monday.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 2 (UNI) Indian Railways has launched an extensive emergency mobilisation, deploying specialised teams, heavy machinery and technical equipment to assist the Odisha Government in clearing massive debris and boulders following a landslide that blocked a key road in Kandhamal district.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 2 (UNI) Restoration of essential services in cyclone-hit southern Odisha has gathered pace, with power restored in Aska and emergency water supply stepped up in Berhampur and other affected areas, claimed officials on Monday.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 2 (UNI) With severe cyclonic storm Murasu moving towards the south Andhra Pradesh coast, south Odisha is likely to experience strong winds and rough sea conditions over the next two days, the Bhubaneswar Regional Centre of India Meteorological Department (IMD) warned on Monday.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 2 (UNI) With the possibility of a cyclone and heavy rainfall looming over Odisha, the State Government has stepped up precautionary measures to regulate reservoir levels, create adequate storage capacity and minimise the risk of flooding.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 1 (UNI) For survivors of Gidipabali, every update from the landslide site brings fresh hope and anxiety as rescuers race against time to locate 10 people still missing beneath tonnes of mud and boulders.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 1 (UNI) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Sunday announced a comprehensive relief package for families hit by Cyclone Arnab and subsequent floods, providing 50 kg of rice and Rs 2,500 to each affected household.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 1 (UNI) The Odisha government on Sunday imposed a seven-month ban on sea fishing within 20 km of the coast around the river mouths of Dhamara, Devi and Rushikulya to protect Olive Ridley turtles during their annual breeding and nesting season.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 1 (UNI) Odisha Vigilance on Sunday arrested a former Senior Revenue Assistant (SRA) of the Sub-Collector''s Office in Chhatrapur for allegedly misappropriating Rs 8.63 lakh collected towards the Red Cross Fund by diverting the money instead of depositing it in the designated bank account. .
Bhubaneswar, Oct 31 (UNI) Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi today directed officials to intensify the G Udayagiri landslide rescue operation, deploy advanced technology to trace missing persons and expedite restoration of cyclone-hit infrastructure, while reviewing preparedness for another possible cyclonic storm.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 31 (UNI) With the post-disaster mitigation mechanism seemingly going awry and officials busy reeling out statistics on supposedly well-managed relief and rescue operations from the confines of air-conditioned chambers, public anger is mounting in cyclone-ravaged Ganjam and Gajapati districts of south Odisha, elected representatives are increasingly facing the wrath of distressed residents, while at least 15 people are reportedly missing after a massive landslide triggered a sudden surge of floodwater in Gidipabali village in Ganjam district.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 31 (UNI) The Odisha government has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting the growth and economic prosperity of artisans engaged in terracotta and pottery crafts, Handlooms, Textiles and Handicrafts Minister Pradip Bal Samanta said on Saturday.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 31 (UNI) In a major post-cyclone restoration effort, TP Southern Odisha Distribution Limited (TPSODL) has successfully restored electricity supply to more than 17.23 lakh consumers across Southern Odisha following the impact of Very Severe Cyclonic Storm ‘Arnab’, accompanied by torrential rainfall and flooding.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 31 (UNI) Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Saturday called upon the people of Odisha to draw inspiration from the ideals of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and work together towards building a prosperous, peaceful and developed state.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 31(UNI) Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee (OPCC) president Bhakta Charan Das has questioned the BJP-led state government''s preparedness and response to the devastating floods and landslides in Ganjam and Gajapati districts, alleging administrative lapses, inadequate precautionary measures and a lack of effective coordination despite advance weather warnings.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 31 (UNI) The Odisha government has stepped up efforts to transform the historic Ekamra Kshetra in Bhubaneswar into a well-organised, clean and attractive spiritual tourism destination, with a focus on preserving its rich cultural heritage while providing modern amenities for devotees and tourists.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 31 (UNI) The Odisha State Wetlands Authority on Saturday reviewed measures to strengthen wetland conservation and management and took up several major energy projects, including thermal power expansion and floating solar initiatives, for consideration.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 31 (UNI) The Odisha government has intensified its multi-agency rescue, relief and restoration operations in cyclone-affected Ganjam district, deploying specialised search equipment, additional personnel and technical teams to accelerate the search for missing persons and restore essential services in the affected areas.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 31 (UNI) A woman judicial officer in Odisha’s Jagatsinghpur district stepped out of her courtroom to record the statement of an accused person with mobility impairment who could not access the court on the upper floor of the three-storey building.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 31 (UNI)Odisha''s coastal districts are bracing for squally weather from November 2 evening as a fresh depression over the Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm, days after Cyclone Arnab spared the State from major devastation, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Saturday.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 31 (UNI) In a major push to intensify rescue operations and trace the survivors at the landslide-hit G Udayagiri following Cyclone Arnab, the Odisha Government has arranged to airlift the Indian Navy’s advanced Seismic Life Detection Unit to the affected site by helicopter in a bid to locate people feared trapped beneath the debris.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 31 (UNI) The State Health Assurance Society (SHAS) will intensify field inspections and strengthen monitoring to detect fraud under Odisha''s universal healthcare scheme, while expediting grievance redressal, officials said after a review meeting on Saturday.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 30 (UNI) In a major push to strengthen flood protection and improve irrigation infrastructure, the Odisha government has decided to accelerate the appraisal and approval of flood management projects while expediting the implementation of key development works across the state.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 30 (UNI) The Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee (OPCC) on Friday accused the state government of failing to effectively manage the heavy rainfall and subsequent flooding triggered by Cyclone Arnab.
Kendrapada, Oct 30 (UNI) In a significant step towards marine wildlife conservation, the Odisha Government is set to impose a seven-month fishing ban in and around the Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary from November 1, 2026, to May 31, 2027 to protect the endangered Olive Ridleys.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 30 (UNI) Southern Odisha continues to grapple with widespread devastation caused by Cyclone Arnab and the subsequent heavy rainfall, with Ganjam emerging as the worst-affected district, followed by Gajapati and Kandhamal.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 30 (UNI) The decapitated body of an unidentified woman was found at a deserted riverbank in Odisha’s Kendrapara district on Friday, triggering shock and panic in the area.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 30 (UNI) More than 35.38 lakh eligible farmers in Odisha on Friday received financial assistance amounting to Rs 707.60 crore under the 24th instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme, reaffirming the government''s commitment to strengthening the agricultural sector and supporting farmers'' livelihoods.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 30 (UNI) Odisha has stepped up its efforts to strengthen its clean energy ecosystem by signing four Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with leading international technology and energy companies at the Asia Clean Energy Summit (ACES) in Singapore, paving the way for greater research collaboration, technological innovation and development of next-generation energy solutions.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 29 (UNI) The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Thursday demanded a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the alleged gang rape and murder of a 14-year-old schoolgirl in Jaleswar area of Balasore district, alleging police negligence and political interference in the case.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 29 (UNI) A Central Government team will visit cyclone-affected Ganjam and Gajapati districts of Odisha to assess the damage caused by exceptionally heavy rainfall and review the prevailing situation, Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari announced on Thursday.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 29 (UNI) In a major push to industrial growth and employment generation, the Odisha Government has approved 22 industrial investment proposals worth Rs.3,855.38 crore, with the potential to create 7,765 employment opportunities across the state.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 29 (UNI) Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee (OPCC) president Bhakta Charan Das has demanded that the state government immediately establish a dedicated development board and announce a special package for Kotia, citing gaps in basic amenities, social security benefits and administrative presence in the disputed border region.
Berhampur, Oct 29 (UNI) The East Coast Railway’s Khurda Road Division has set up a Passenger Assistance Help Desk at Brahmapur station to assist passengers affected by train disruptions caused by severe waterlogging and rising water levels between Ichapuram and Sompeta stations in Odisha.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 29 (UNI) Odisha has begun airlifting people stranded by floods in Ganjam district, where strong currents have hampered rescue operations, and has sought Indian Coast Guard helicopter support for emergency evacuations as heavy rain under Cyclone Arnab’s influence has affected around 62,500 people in Ganjam and Gajapati districts, officials said on Thursday.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 29 (UNI) Flooding in the Ichchapuram–Jhadupudi section of East Coast Railway’s Visakhapatnam Division has disrupted train services, prompting the cancellation of nine trains and diversion of 14 others on Thursday.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 29 (UNI) Odisha is grappling with a flood situation triggered by continuous heavy rainfall under the influence of Cyclone ‘Arnab’, with thousands of people affected in Ganjam and Gajapati districts.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 29 (UNI) Odisha witnessed widespread rainfall, including exceptionally heavy downpours in several southern districts, as the remnants of Very Severe Cyclonic Storm ‘Arnab’ continued to weaken while moving northwards, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Thursday.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 28 (UNI) Odisha has achieved its zero-casualty target during Cyclone Arnab, with no loss of life reported so far, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi said on Wednesday, expressing satisfaction over the state’s preparedness and coordinated response to the cyclone.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 28 (UNI) The winter session of the 17th Odisha Legislative Assembly will commence on November 18 and continue until December 31, according to a notification issued by the Assembly Secretariat here on Wednesday.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 28 (UNI) A total of 775 senior citizens from six districts of Odisha embarked on a spiritual journey to Varanasi and Ayodhya on Wednesday aboard a special train, as part of the state government’s initiative to facilitate pilgrimage for elderly citizens.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 28 (UNI) The CPI (M) will launch a statewide campaign in Odisha in November, followed by block-level demonstrations and civil disobedience movements, demanding farmers’ compensation, protection of tribal rights and Odisha’s territorial interests, and electoral reforms.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 28 (UNI) With Cyclone Arnab triggering heavy rainfall, Odisha has evacuated over 31,000 people while 245 pregnant women have been shifted to nearby hospitals and health centres and secured more than 19,000 fishing boats and mobilised disaster response teams across the State.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 28 (UNI) Odisha has evacuated 31,255 people to safety across eight cyclone-affected districts and deployed 315 disaster response teams as severe cyclonic storm Arnab completes its landfall process along the Yanam–Andhra Pradesh coast.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 28 (UNI) Odisha Governor Brajmohan Ram on Wednesday emphasised the need to ensure zero casualties, protect standing crops and minimise damage to property as the state remained on alert amid the threat posed by Cyclone Arnab.
Bhubaneswar, October 28 (UNI) In a significant move to tackle urban flooding and protect the state’s natural water systems, the Odisha government has proposed a comprehensive statewide framework to identify, restore, protect and monitor natural drainage channels, water bodies and flood-retention areas across all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs).
Bhubaneswar, Oct 28 (UNI) Even as the fiery cyclonic storm spared Odisha, heavy rains continue to pound the state, disrupting normal life across several districts.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 28 (UNI) Odisha escaped major devastation from severe cyclonic storm Arnab, which made landfall along the Andhra Pradesh coast on Wednesday morning and is expected to weaken into a deep depression within the next 12 hours. However, heavy rain continued to disrupt normal life across several districts.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 28 (UNI) Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee (OPCC) president Bhakta Charan Das has urged the state government to prioritise the development of Kotia panchayat in Koraput district, safeguard the dignity and self-respect of its residents, and ensure that they receive adequate welfare benefits and essential public services.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 28 (UNI) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has ordered the suspension of three faculty members of Jajpur Government Polytechnic following allegations of indiscipline, including heated arguments and physical altercations during a meeting.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 27(UNI) The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Tuesday accused the BJP government in Odisha of failing to protect the state’s interests in the Kotia border dispute, alleging that Andhra Pradesh’s preparations for panchayat elections in the disputed area had exposed the state government’s inaction.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 27 (UNI) In a significant step towards strengthening urban governance and accelerating sustainable urban development, the Odisha government has brought 11 strategic partner organisations on board under its flagship ANKUR initiative.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 27 (UNI) East Coast Railway (ECoR) has stepped up its preparedness to deal with the possible impact of Cyclone ‘Arnab’, which is likely to affect Odisha and Andhra Pradesh between October 27 and 29.
Hyderabad, Oct 27 (UNI) Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) has sought Odisha government''s support for land acquisition and infrastructure development for its proposed thermal power plant near the Naini coal mine, rehabilitation of displaced families and coal transportation facilities in Angul district (Odisha).
Bhubaneswar, Oct 27 (UNI) The Odisha government has stepped up its preparedness to tackle the potential impact of Cyclone Arnab and the possibility of heavy rainfall, placing eight vulnerable districts on high alert.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 27 (UNI) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday said the state government had adopted a three-pronged strategy to combat corruption, focusing on a zero-tolerance policy, intelligence-based action against officials irrespective of their rank or tenure, and prosecution to ensure punishment for those found guilty.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 27 (UNI) Odisha Vigilance has recorded a conviction rate of around 65 per cent across corruption cases and 80 per cent in disproportionate assets (DA) cases during the 28-month period from June 12, 2024, to October 26, 2026, securing convictions in 242 cases and sending 317 accused persons to jail, the anti-corruption agency informed on Tuesday.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 27 (UNI) With Cyclone Arnab fast approaching the coast, Odisha BJP state president Manmohan Samal on Tuesday directed party workers and office-bearers across Odisha to assist the administration in cyclone response efforts, including rescue operations, relief distribution and delivery of essential assistance to affected people.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 27 (UNI) Odisha Police have placed seven districts under its Central Range on high alert ahead of Cyclone Arnab, with forecasts of heavy rain, strong winds and waterlogging.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 27 (UNI): Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday urged Leader of the Opposition Naveen Patnaik to come forward with constructive suggestions and possible solutions to address the long-standing territorial dispute over the Kotia region between Odisha and Andhra Pradesh, stressing that the sensitive inter-state issue should not be used for political gains.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 27 (UNI) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday announced that the Centre has approved a new express train service between Puri and Badampahar in Mayurbhanj district, marking another significant step towards strengthening railway connectivity across the state.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 27 (UNI) In a significant step towards highlighting Odisha’s journey from Naxal-affected regions to peace, security and development, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday flagged off a special train from Bhubaneswar New Railway Station to Ekta Nagar in Gujarat.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 27 (UNI) Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee (OPCC) president Bhakta Charan Das has demanded that Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi relinquish charge of the Home Department, citing concerns reportedly raised by the National Crime Investigation Bureau (NCIB) over allegations of police torture, illegal detention and custodial misconduct in the state.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 27 (UNI) With Cyclone Arnab nearing the Odisha coast, Nandankanan Zoo and the State Botanical Garden in Bhubaneswar have geared up to protect their animal inhabitants, putting veterinary supplies, food and safe shelters on standby.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 26 (UNI) TP Northern Odisha Distribution Limited (TPNODL) has won Gold Category recognition with a 4-star rating at the World Safety Organization (WSO) India State-Level Occupational Health, Safety & Environment Awards 2026 for the assessment year 2025.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 26 (UNI) Odisha plans to introduce the National Generic Document Registration System (NGDRS) in phases, beginning with selected registration offices, to make land and property registration simpler, faster and more transparent. .
Bhubaneswar, Oct 26 (UNI) With Cyclone Arnab posing a potential threat to southern and coastal Odisha, Deputy Chief Minister K V Singh Deo on Monday reviewed the Energy Department’s disaster preparedness and operational readiness, directing officials to ensure grid resilience, minimise power disruptions and prevent loss of life.
Chennai, Oct 26 (UNI) The Cyclonic Storm Arnab over the bay intensified into a Severe Cyclonic storm on Monday night, moving towards the Andhra Pradesh and Odisha Coasts, sparing Tamil Nadu, and it is likely cross the coast on Wednsday forenoon afger further concentrating into a Very Severe Cyclonic Storm.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 26 (UNI) In a major push to promote women’s entrepreneurship and economic self-reliance, the Odisha government’s Mission Shakti Department has launched a state-level capacity-building programme to strengthen the leadership, managerial skills and business capabilities of women-led Producer Companies across the state.
Hyderabad, Oct 26 (UNI) The Angul District Collector in Odisha has extended the permitted hours for coal transportation from the Naini Coal Mine to facilitate increased supplies to Telangana’s thermal power stations, particularly the Yadadri Thermal Power Station (YTPS), Telangana Power Generation Corporation Limited (TGGENCO) said on Monday.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 26 (UNI) After decades of official apathy and repeated failures to complete a road project first proposed in 1989, residents of a remote tribal village in Odisha’s Ganjam district have taken a ‘do-it-yourself’ route, clearing nearly eight kilometres of an overgrown forest stretch to restore connectivity to their panchayat headquarters.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 26 (UNI) The Odisha government is planning to modernise its land and property registration system by adopting a transparent, simplified, efficient and technology-driven digital framework to improve service delivery and make the process more citizen-friendly, State Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari said on Monday.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 26 (UNI) The Odisha government has warned of legal action against those spreading false and speculative cyclone forecasts, cautioning that unverified warnings could trigger public panic, disrupt economic activities and hamper disaster preparedness.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 26 (UNI) Cyclone Arnab is likely to bring gusty winds of up to 80 kmph to southern Odisha districts on October 28, with rough seas expected along the coast from the previous evening, as the storm intensifies over the Bay of Bengal before crossing the Andhra Pradesh coast, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Monday.
Bhubaneswar, 26 Oct (UNI) The centuries-old Sri Ananta Purushottam Temple at Jagulipatna, known for its distinctive full-length deities, unique Rath Yatra traditions and fascinating legends linked to Odisha’s royal past, came into focus during the third edition of Khordha Heritage Walks.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 26 (UNI) Odisha BJP president Manmohan Samal, on Monday, accused the Congress of letting its frustration over being out of power spill into its political conduct, calling for greater restraint and decorum in public discourse.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 26 (UNI) Stepping up its preparedness to tackle the possible impact of Cyclone Arnab, TP Southern Odisha Distribution Limited (TPSODL) has mobilised a comprehensive emergency response network, with 6,474 personnel included in its division-wise deployment plan, 800 skilled and unskilled project personnel and another 400 personnel kept on standby for immediate deployment across southern Odisha.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 26 (UNI) Odisha BJP president and Rajya Sabha MP Manmohan Samal on Monday criticised Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge over his recent remarks, saying political leaders must maintain linguistic decorum and uphold national pride while expressing their views.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 26 UNI) The Odisha government has placed several districts on high alert and stepped up preparedness as Cyclone Arnab is forecast to intensify into a very severe cyclonic storm before crossing the Andhra Pradesh–Yanam coast on the forenoon of October 28.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 25 (UNI) The CPI (M) Odisha State Secretariat on Sunday urged the state government to curb soaring prices of essential commodities and intensify cyclone preparedness, warning that traders could exploit the situation to indulge in hoarding and black marketing.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 25 (UNI) Odisha has stepped up cyclone preparedness in five southern districts as a very severe cyclonic storm brewing over the Bay of Bengal is likely to cross the Andhra Pradesh coast between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam on October 28, packing winds of 115-125 kmph gusting to 140 kmph.