New Odisha Age

Category: Awareness

Centre Launches NeSDA 2025 Portal to Strengthen Digital Governance Across India

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Government of India has launched the National e-Governance Service Delivery Assessment (NeSDA) 2025 portal aimed at strengthening digital governance and improving the delivery of online public services across the country. The National e-Governance Service Delivery Assessment framework evaluates the depth, effectiveness and quality of online service delivery platforms operated by States, Union Territories…

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Kolkata to Host International Day of Yoga 2026 Main Event; Theme Announced as “Yoga for Healthy Aging”

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Ministry of Ayush has announced that Kolkata will host the main national event for the International Day of Yoga 2026 (#IDY2026), with this year’s theme finalised as “Yoga for Healthy Aging.” The announcement was made during the 25-day countdown programme to International Day of Yoga held at Khajuraho Group of Monuments, where thousands…

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Delhi Heatwave Triggers Surge In Bird And Stray Animal Distress Cases

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: The ongoing severe heatwave in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) is taking a serious toll on birds and stray animals, with veterinarians and animal rescuers reporting a sharp rise in cases of dehydration, heatstroke, infections, and exhaustion. With temperatures crossing 45 degrees Celsius in several areas, extreme heat and dry conditions have…

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Nirmala Sitharaman Dismisses ‘Fear-Mongering’ Over Indian Economy Amid West Asia Crisis

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday defended the resilience of the Indian economy amid the ongoing West Asia crisis, asserting that criticism surrounding Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent appeal to conserve foreign exchange was being misrepresented by critics. Responding to concerns over rising global crude oil prices and economic uncertainty linked to geopolitical…

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Odisha Makes Electric Vehicles Mandatory For Government Departments From June 1

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has made it mandatory for all state government departments to purchase only electric vehicles (EVs) from June 1, in a major push toward clean mobility, fuel conservation, and sustainable transportation. Under the new directive, all government offices and departments will be required to procure only electric two-wheelers and four-wheelers for official…

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Odisha’s Jagannath Culture Enters Cinematic Universe With Nationwide Animated Film Release

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s rich Jagannath tradition is set to reach a wider national and global audience through an ambitious animated feature film titled Mahaprabhu Jagannath, which will release across more than 300 screens in India. The multilingual film, scheduled for release in Hindi, Odia, and Telugu, will mark the launch of the proposed “Sanatan Universe” —…

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56 Indian Students Leave For Japan Under Sakura Science Programme 2026

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Union Education Ministry has flagged off a delegation of 56 Indian students and four supervisors for the Sakura Science Programme 2026 in Japan, aimed at promoting scientific learning, innovation, and international exposure among school students. The programme, organised by the Japan Science and Technology Agency, will be held from May 24 to May…

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Essential Commodity Prices Likely To Rise Further, Traders Warn Of ₹10 Per Kg Increase

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: Prices of essential commodities may rise further in the coming days, raising concerns for middle-class and lower middle-class households already struggling with inflationary pressure. According to traders’ associations, the prices of daily-use items such as potatoes, sugar, edible oil, and pulses could increase by up to ₹10 per kilogram due to rising supply and…

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Free Health Check-Up Camp Organized At Kantabada Community Centre In Bhubaneswar

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: A free health check-up camp was successfully organized on May 24 at the Hillview Resort Community Centre in Kantabada, Bhubaneswar, through a joint initiative of HVRWC and the Odisha Young Entrepreneurs Association (OYEA), in collaboration with Manipal Hospital. The health camp witnessed an enthusiastic response from residents, with nearly 85 participants availing themselves of…

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Odisha Establishes Handloom Hubs And Parks To Modernize Weaving Sector

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has initiated plans to establish modern Handloom Hubs and Apparel Parks in multiple districts to strengthen the state’s traditional weaving sector through advanced technology, improved infrastructure, and enhanced market access. As part of the initiative, dedicated projects are being developed in Cuttack, Bargarh, and Jajpur districts with the aim of transforming…

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