New Odisha Age

Category: Infrastructure

Transporters Announce Three-Day Strike Across Delhi-NCR Over Increased Environment Compensation Cess

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: Major transporters’ associations have announced a three-day strike across the Delhi-NCR beginning May 21 in protest against the Government of Delhi’s decision to increase the environment compensation cess on commercial vehicles. The strike is expected to affect sections of freight movement, goods transportation and public transport operations across the National Capital Region. Visuals from…

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‘One Nation, One Election’ Could Save ₹7 Lakh Crore, Boost GDP Growth: JPC

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) examining the proposed ‘One Nation, One Election’ framework has reportedly stated that simultaneous elections across India could potentially save nearly ₹7 lakh crore and increase the country’s GDP growth rate by around 1.6 percent. According to the JPC leadership, the proposal is aimed at reducing the enormous financial and…

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Capital Region Urban Transport Renamed as Comprehensive Region Urban Transport Amid Expansion of Electric Bus Network

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Capital Region Urban Transport has been renamed as Comprehensive Region Urban Transport as part of Odisha’s broader plan to modernise and expand public transportation services across the state. Officials stated that the renaming reflects an expanded vision aimed at developing integrated and sustainable urban mobility systems beyond the capital region. Under the initiative,…

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Lahore Revives Historic Pre-Partition Identity Through Heritage Restoration and Road Renaming

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: A quiet but significant cultural shift is underway in Lahore as authorities begin restoring historic names of roads and localities that had been altered during decades of Islamisation following Partition. Nearly 80 years after Partition, several old neighbourhood and landmark names associated with the city’s multicultural past are gradually reappearing in public usage and…

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Securities and Exchange Board of India to Open Branch Office in Bhubaneswar, Push Municipal Bonds for Urban Development

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Securities and Exchange Board of India will soon establish a branch office in Bhubaneswar, with plans to later develop a permanent facility in the city, according to SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey. The announcement is being viewed as a significant step towards strengthening capital market presence and financial sector outreach in Odisha. During…

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Government of India Denies Claims on Monetisation of Temple Gold Holdings

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Government of India has issued a clarification dismissing reports and social media claims suggesting that the Centre is planning to monetise gold held by temples and religious institutions across the country. According to the clarification, certain media reports and online posts falsely claimed that the government was preparing to issue gold bonds to…

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Vijay Directs Minimal Public Disruption During VIP Convoy Movement

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: Vijay has reportedly issued strict directions that public convenience must remain the top priority during convoy movement of leaders and ministers across Tamil Nadu, with an emphasis on avoiding unnecessary road blockades and prolonged traffic stoppages. Following the Chief Minister’s instructions, authorities implemented special parallel traffic arrangements during convoy movement to ensure minimal disruption…

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Government of West Bengal Replaces “Biswa Bangla” Branding with Ashoka Stambh on Official Platforms

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: The “Biswa Bangla” logo is being removed from several official platforms and public infrastructure projects across West Bengal and replaced with India’s national emblem, the Ashoka Stambh. One of the most visible changes has been observed at the Salt Lake Stadium, where the earlier “Biswa Bangla” signage has been replaced with the national emblem….

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Odisha State Road Transport Corporation Buses to Be Gradually Converted into Electric Vehicles

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: Bibhuti Bhusan Jena has announced that all buses operated by the Odisha State Road Transport Corporation will be gradually converted into electric vehicles as part of the state government’s push for eco-friendly and economical public transport. The initiative is aimed at reducing fuel dependence, lowering carbon emissions and modernising public transport infrastructure across Odisha….

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Central Board of Secondary Education Highlights Major Reforms Under New On-Screen Marking System

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Central Board of Secondary Education has announced key reforms introduced under its new On-Screen Marking (OSM) system for Class XII examinations during a press briefing held on May 17, 2026. The board stated that the technology-driven evaluation mechanism has been implemented to improve accuracy, transparency and efficiency in the assessment process for students…

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