New Odisha Age

Category: Agriculture

Monsoon Arrives in Northern Odisha; IMD Warns of Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms and Gusty Winds

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Bhubaneswar: After days of intense heat and oppressive humidity, the southwest monsoon has finally advanced into parts of northern and coastal Odisha, bringing welcome relief to residents, farmers and livestock across the state. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the monsoon has entered several districts, including Balasore, Bhadrak, Kendrapada and Jagatsinghpur. Meteorologists noted that…

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Bengal’s Rarest Nawabi Mangoes Take Centre Stage at Murshidabad Mango Festival 2026

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Return of Bengal’s Royal Mango Heritage: A Celebration of Rare Nawabi Cultivars, Living Traditions and Orchard Culture at India’s First Museum Hotel   Bhubaneswar: : The Murshidabad Mango Festival 2026 got off to a spirited start with its curtain-raiser at iLEAD, Kolkata, drawing heritage enthusiasts, food lovers and travellers for a preview of one of Bengal’s most distinctive…

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Minister Dilip Ghosh, Jain Acharya Lokesh, and Swami Govinddev Giri Address National Seminar on Peace, Harmony, and Development

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Minister Dilip Ghosh inaugurates the West Bengal branch of Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti will work for peace, harmony, and development in Bengal – Vinod Dugar Comprehensive development is possible only through peace and harmony – Acharya Lokesh The principles of Indian culture are a source of inspiration for peace and harmony – Swami…

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Empowering India’s Annadatas: A Decade of Transformation Reshapes Agriculture

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Bhubaneswar: India’s agricultural sector has undergone a significant transformation over the past 12 years, with government policies increasingly focused on empowering farmers through higher productivity, improved income security, stronger market access, and enhanced resilience against climate and economic challenges. The shift marks a move beyond traditional welfare measures toward a comprehensive approach aimed at building…

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OSDMA Issues Orange and Yellow Alerts Across Odisha as Kalbaisakhi Storm Activity Intensifies

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BHUBANESWAR: The Odisha State Disaster Management Authority has activated enhanced emergency preparedness measures and issued Orange and Yellow weather alerts across multiple districts of Odisha amid forecasts of intense Kalbaisakhi thunderstorms, lightning, heavy rainfall and strong winds. The alerts will remain in effect from May 30 to June 5, 2026, as a strengthened trough line…

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IMD Warns of Below-Normal Monsoon Rainfall and Higher Temperatures in Odisha

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BHUBANESWAR: Odisha may face a challenging monsoon season this year, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) indicating the possibility of below-normal rainfall across parts of the state during the June–September southwest monsoon period. According to IMD’s seasonal outlook, the Monsoon Core Zone (MCZ), which includes large parts of Odisha, is expected to receive below-normal rainfall….

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Odisha to Cultivate Exotic Colourful Coconut Varieties for the First Time

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BHUBANESWAR: In a first for Odisha, researchers will cultivate a range of exotic and colourful coconut varieties sourced from different parts of the world as part of a scientific study aimed at evaluating their suitability for the state’s climatic conditions. The research initiative is being undertaken by the Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology and…

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Odisha Records 5.3% Agricultural Growth, Surpasses National Average

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BHUBANESWAR: Odisha has recorded a growth rate of 5.3 per cent in its agricultural sector during the 2025–26 financial year, significantly higher than the national average growth rate of 3.1 per cent, reflecting the state’s continued focus on farmer welfare, climate resilience and agricultural modernisation. The state government has attributed the performance to a series…

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Centre Waives Customs Duty on Cotton Imports Till October 31 to Support Textile Industry

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Bhubaneswar: The Central Government has announced a temporary exemption of all customs duties on cotton imports from June 1, 2026, to October 31, 2026, to augment the availability of cotton for the domestic textile industry. The decision is aimed at ensuring adequate raw material supply for textile and apparel manufacturers while addressing concerns over cotton…

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IMD Revises Monsoon Forecast, Expects 90% of Long-Period Average Rainfall This Year

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Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has revised its forecast for the 2026 Southwest Monsoon season, predicting that India is likely to receive rainfall amounting to 90 per cent of the Long Period Average (LPA). The forecast was issued as part of the weather agency’s second outlook for the Southwest Monsoon. The revised estimate is…

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