Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Saturday announced an ambitious tourism development roadmap aimed at transforming the state into a leading eco-cultural tourism hub in Asia. The plan envisions the development of 15 iconic tourism destinations and the creation of nearly 15 lakh livelihood opportunities by 2036 under the state’s long-term vision document,…
Bhubaneswar: In a major step towards urban renewal and economic revitalisation, the Odisha government has approved the construction of a state-of-the-art multi-purpose commercial complex in Koraput to replace the city’s ageing market infrastructure. Housing and Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra cleared the proposal following an on-ground inspection of key trading zones, including Chandan Pokhari…
Bhubaneswar: Bhubaneswar is set to host the Odisha Mining and Infrastructure International Expo 2026, a premier international B2B trade exhibition dedicated to the global mining and allied industries, from January 8 to 11, 2026, at Baramunda Ground. The four-day event is expected to position Odisha firmly at the centre of global mining dialogue, innovation and…
Bhubaneswar: The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the widening and strengthening of National Highway-326 (NH-326) in Odisha, a major infrastructure project aimed at improving road connectivity and accelerating development in the state’s southern districts. The project will upgrade the existing stretch of NH-326 across Gajapati, Rayagada and Koraput districts, making travel faster, safer and more…
