New Odisha Age

Category: Awareness

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

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

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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Odisha Enhances Nutrition Support for Underweight Children and Pre-Schoolers

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: In a major step towards improving child nutrition and early childhood development, the Odisha government has increased financial support for supplementary nutrition provided to severely underweight children and pre-schoolers under its Anganwadi services. Under the revised provisions, the daily nutrition support for severely underweight children aged 6 months to 6 years has been increased…

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Odisha Eyes Skilled Workforce Exports to Romania Amid Growing Demand for Indian Professionals

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to explore new international employment opportunities for its skilled workforce as Romania seeks large-scale recruitment of trained professionals to address its growing labour shortage. The development follows discussions with Manika Jain, who informed the Odisha government that Romania is facing a significant shortage of skilled manpower across multiple sectors and is…

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Odisha Records Over 56 Lakh Tourist Visits in First Five Months of 2026

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s tourism sector is witnessing remarkable growth, with more than 56 lakh tourists visiting the state between January and May 2026. The surge in arrivals reflects the state’s expanding appeal as it strengthens its position as one of India’s fastest-growing tourism destinations. Leading the growth is the temple town of Puri, which registered a…

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Odisha Introduces Plus II Science Education in Odia to Improve Accessibility

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards promoting inclusive education, the Odisha government has decided to introduce Plus II Science education in the Odia language from the current academic session. The initiative aims to make science learning more accessible to students from Odia-medium schools and encourage greater participation in science streams. Under the new policy, students…

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NGT Issues Notice to Wonderla Amusement Park Over Alleged Environmental Violations in Odisha

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

BHUBANESWAR: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has issued a notice to Wonderla Holidays Limited in connection with allegations of forest land encroachment and violations of environmental regulations linked to its amusement park project in Odisha. The tribunal has also served notices to several government departments and officials, including the Chief Secretary of Odisha, seeking responses…

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Odisha Governor Calls on Universities to Drive Innovation and Nation Building

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati on Saturday urged universities to play a transformative role in shaping the future of higher education and contributing to the vision of a self-reliant India during a conference of Vice-Chancellors of State Public and Private Universities in Odisha. Welcoming participants to the conference in Bhubaneswar, the Governor said that…

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D Birla Institute signs agreement with Brunel University of London to launch global education pathways

Sarmistha Kabi03 mins

Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards expanding global academic opportunities, JD Birla Institute (JDBI), Kolkata, has entered into a strategic academic collaboration with Brunel University of London, a leading UK institution known for its career-focused programs and industry-aligned teaching. The collaboration offers multiple high-impact benefits for JDBI students. One of the most significant highlights is the 3+1…

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Technical Glitch Delays CUET-UG Exam; NTA Announces Retest for Over 3,700 Candidates

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced a retest for more than 3,700 candidates after a technical glitch disrupted the conduct of the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) for undergraduate admissions at several examination centres on Saturday. According to the agency, the examination was delayed due to an error in systems operated by Tata…

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PM SVANidhi Drives Economic Empowerment and Improved Living Standards for Street Vendors

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Central government has highlighted the transformative impact of the PM Street Vendor’s AtmaNirbhar Nidhi (PM SVANidhi) scheme, describing it as a major initiative that has helped street vendors transition from survival to self-reliance through access to formal credit and financial inclusion. According to the government, the scheme has significantly strengthened business sustainability and…

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