New Odisha Age

Category: Food

Government of India And International Fund for Agricultural Development Launch New Rural Development Strategy For 2026–2033

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Government of India and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) have launched a new eight-year strategic partnership framework under the Country Strategic Opportunities Programme (COSOP) for the period 2026 to 2033. The new strategy is aimed at strengthening India’s rural economy by enhancing rural incomes, improving resilience and expanding sustainable livelihood opportunities…

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Odisha Begins Mango Export Season With First Shipment To London

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

BHUBANESWAR: Odisha’s mango export season has officially commenced with the first international shipment of 3 metric tonnes of Amrapali mangoes from Dhenkanal district to London. The export was facilitated by the Directorate of Horticulture in collaboration with Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), marking another significant step in expanding Odisha’s agricultural presence in global markets. The initiative…

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Experts Warn Against Use of Plastic Sheets Under Hot Food

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: Health experts have raised concerns over the practice of placing thin plastic sheets beneath hot breakfast and street food items, warning that the materials may release toxic chemicals when exposed to heat. According to experts, many of these plastic sheets are made from recycled or low-grade materials that can contain harmful substances such as…

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Odisha’s Indigenous Mango Varieties Continue to Preserve Rich Agricultural Heritage

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: While mango varieties such as Alphonso and Dussehri dominate national markets and conversations, Odisha continues to nurture a wide range of indigenous mango varieties that have been preserved through generations of traditional cultivation practices. Among the most widely preferred native varieties is Bombai, especially popular across coastal Odisha for its sweetness, aroma, and juicy…

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‘SUMMER DELIGHT’ WATERMELON FAIR BEGINS IN BHUBANESWAR

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: ORMAS has launched the “Summer Delight” watermelon fair in Bhubaneswar, bringing together farm-fresh watermelons and value-added products from 15 Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) representing 10 districts of Odisha. The 11-day fair, being held from May 7 to May 17, is expected to facilitate the sale of nearly 150 tonnes of watermelon and generate business…

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World Health Day celebration 2026 at J. D. Birla Institute

Sarmistha Kabi03 mins

Bhubaneswar: School of Food Science & Nutrition Management, J. D. Birla Institute celebrated World Health Day on 7 April, 2026. The programme comprised of series of Lecture and panel discussion along with a free Body Composition analysis (BCA) with diet counselling. Ms. Hena Nafis, Consultant Nutritionist, Wellness coach and a Harvard graduate in Public Health Nutrition…

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OMFED Raises Milk Prices by ₹4/Litre Across Odisha; Half-Litre Pack Now ₹29

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha State Cooperative Milk Producers Federation (OMFED) has increased milk prices across Odisha by ₹4 per litre, with the revised rates coming into effect from May 5, 2026. Under the new pricing structure: Toned milk now costs ₹54 per litre (earlier ₹50) Premium milk has risen to ₹58 per litre (earlier ₹54) Gold…

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BHOOTER RAJA DILO BOR REOPENS AT SECTOR V WITH NEW ‘JANTAR MANTOR’ EXPERIENCE

Sarmistha Kabi03 mins

Bhubaneswar: Something exciting and a little magical came to Salt Lake! Bhooter Raja Dilo Bor, the popular themed restaurant known for its fun, fantasy-inspired dining experience, opens its new outlet at Omega Building in Sector V, right beside VLCC and Subway– on 30th March 2026, and it promises to be more than just a restaurant launch—it’s going to be a…

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FSSAI Proposes Plastic-Free Packaging Norms for Pan Masala and Gutka

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has proposed a major regulatory shift mandating plastic-free packaging for pan masala, gutka, and similar products. Under a draft amendment to the Food Safety and Standards Packaging Regulations 2018, these products would be allowed to be packed only in eco-friendly materials such as paper, paperboard,…

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Odisha Notifies TUW Policy 2026 to Boost Water Reuse and Sustainability

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Government of Odisha has officially notified the Treated Used Water Policy 2026, marking a major step toward sustainable water management and circular economy practices. The policy sets ambitious targets, including achieving 100% treatment of used water across all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) by 2030. It also outlines a phased reuse roadmap, aiming for…

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