Bhubaneswar: Celebrity chef Ranveer Brar has been appointed as the brand ambassador to promote Odisha’s rich culinary heritage on the global stage, in an initiative led by the state government. The agreement was formalised during the Odia Paksha celebrations in the presence of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. As part of the initiative, MasterChef India…
Bhubaneswar: India’s MSME sector has witnessed robust growth, with over 20 lakh new enterprises registering on the Udyam Portal during February–March, taking the total number of registered units beyond 8 crore. Addressing a briefing, Rajneesh, Additional Secretary and Development Commissioner at the Ministry of MSME, highlighted sustained momentum in credit flow to the sector. Outstanding…
Bhubaneswar: In a move to strengthen urban security, the Commissionerate Police has issued guidelines for the installation of IP-enabled CCTV cameras in apartment complexes across Bhubaneswar. According to the directive, cameras will be installed at key entry and exit points of residential buildings, with data feeds integrated into the police control room for real-time monitoring….
Bhubaneswar: The vibrant festival of Rongali Bihu, also known as Bohag Bihu, commenced on April 14, ushering in the Assamese New Year with week-long celebrations rooted in agriculture, culture, and community spirit. Leaders across the country extended greetings on the occasion, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, and Union Home…
Bhubaneswar: The Cable TV Equipments Traders & Manufacturers Association (CTMA), in association with East Kolkata Nagrik Foundation (EKNF), organised a Free Eye Operation Camp for more than 100 cataract patients from economically weaker sections of society at Lake Town, Kolkata, on Sunday. Dr Shiladitya Mukherjee, eminent eye surgeon, Dr Manoj Baidya, and his team performed…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s iconic dessert Chhena Poda has become the centre of a growing debate over its true origin, with experts warning that conflicting claims could impact its Geographical Indication (GI) recognition and cultural identity. The sweet, closely associated with Nayagarh, is widely believed to have been created by Bidyadhar Sahu of Daspalla. Historical accounts suggest…
Bhubaneswar: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, alleging that she intends to facilitate the construction of a “Babri Masjid” in the state through her aide Humayun Kabir. Addressing a public rally in Gangarampur, Shah claimed that such a move would be prevented if…
Bhubaneswar: A major boiler explosion at a power plant operated by Vedanta Limited in Singhitarai area of Sakti district has left at least 10 people feared dead and around 40 others injured, according to preliminary reports. The incident triggered panic at the facility, with emergency services rushing to the site to carry out rescue and…
Bhubaneswar: Hong Kong-based apparel major Epic Group has chosen Odisha for its first manufacturing facility in India, marking a significant boost to the state’s industrial landscape. The unit will be established at the IDCO Industrial Estate in Khordha and is scheduled to commence operations on April 29. Spread across 40 acres, the project entails an…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has approved a major industrial proposal by Adani Enterprises Ltd to set up a ₹84,000 crore coal-to-chemicals complex in Sundargarh district, utilising land earlier acquired for a scrapped Ultra Mega Power Project (UMPP). The project will come up on around 3,047 acres of land spanning six villages, originally acquired between 2015…