New Odisha Age

Reimagining Rural Health for 86,000 People in Farakka: Ambuja Foundation & Narotam Sekhsaria Foundation Collaborate

Bhubaneswar: Murshidabad district of West Bengal identified as one of India’s high-priority districts – continues to face significant public health challenges. These include high prevalence of malnutrition, elevated neonatal and infant mortality rates, early marriages, low levels of institutional delivery, a rising burden of hypertension and cardiovascular diseases and high prevalence of tobacco use, respiratory…

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1,000 Leaders. 400 Brands. One Blueprint. India’s Retail Decade Starts Now

Kajol, Tamannaah Bhatia, Shankar Mahadevan, and India’s Top Retail CEOs Converged at Great India Retail Summit 2026 Bhubaneswar: India’s retail industry gathered its biggest names under one roof next week at the Great India Retail Summit this week  at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai. Themed ‘India’s Blueprint for the World’, the event is set…

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Centre Boosts Commercial LPG Supply to 50%, Easing Pressure on Food Sector

Bhubaneswar: In a major relief for the food and hospitality industry, the Government of India has increased the allocation of commercial LPG to up to 50% of the estimated demand, aiming to stabilise operations across the sector. The latest 20% hike in supply is targeted at supporting restaurants, dhabas, hotels, canteens, dairy units and community…

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Odisha Govt Offers Up to ₹5 Crore Support to Promote Odia Cuisine Nationwide

Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to popularise its rich culinary heritage, the Government of Odisha has announced a new scheme to support the establishment of authentic Odia cuisine restaurants across India, with financial assistance of up to ₹5 crore per project. Capital Subsidy and Financial Incentives Under the initiative, eligible entrepreneurs will receive a 30%…

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Kendrapada’s Kusunpur Set to Become Odisha’s First Smart Village Under CSIR Initiative

Bhubaneswar: Kusunpur village in Kendrapada district of Odisha is set to be transformed into the state’s first smart village under an ambitious initiative led by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), functioning under the Ministry of Science and Technology. The project aims to convert the village—home to around 130 families and a population…

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Free Health Camp in Bhubaneswar Promotes Accessible Healthcare and Community Welfare

Bhubaneswar: In a step towards promoting accessible healthcare, the Odisha Young Entrepreneurs Association (OYEA), in collaboration with the Rotary E-Club Coastal Bay and Manipal Hospitals, organized a comprehensive free community health camp at Netaji Club in Badagada Brit Colony, Bhubaneswar. The initiative focused on preventive healthcare, offering residents direct access to professional medical consultations, health…

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Times Prime Turns Valentine Season into a 10-Day Members Celebration with Daily Surprises and Exclusive Experiences

Bhubaneswar: Times Prime, India’s premium lifestyle membership platform, is celebrating its members this Valentine season with the second edition of Love All Members Fest, a 10-day member-first celebration running from February 6 to February 15. The fest brings together exclusive offers, new brand partnerships, and curated experiences across gifting, entertainment, beauty, wellness, and lifestyle categories….

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LPG Shortage in Bhubaneswar Pushes Firewood Prices to ₹1,700 per Quintal

Bhubaneswar: A shortage of commercial LPG cylinders in Bhubaneswar has forced residents, caterers and restaurant owners to increasingly rely on firewood for cooking, triggering a sharp rise in prices. Traders say the price of Chira wood, commonly used as cooking fuel, has surged to ₹1,700 per quintal as demand has spiked in recent days. With…

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Padmini Care Hospital Observes World Kidney Day 2026; Announces Affordable Kidney Transplant Facility for People

Cuttack/Tangi, March 12, 2026: To mark World Kidney Day 2026, Padmini Care Hospital organized a mega awareness Walkathon and health seminar today, centered on the global theme: “Kidney Health for All: Caring for People, Protecting the Planet.” The event commenced at 9:00 AM from the Padmini Care Main Gate, where a large group of healthcare…

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LPG Shortage Forces Infosys to Limit Food Court Menus

Bhubaneswar: Amid a commercial LPG shortage linked to the ongoing West Asia crisis, technology major Infosys has announced temporary changes to food services across its campuses. In a communication to employees, the company said all food courts will operate with a limited menu until the supply situation improves. Staff members have also been advised to…

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