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: 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: Warm greetings poured in from across the state on the occasion of Odia New Year, popularly celebrated as Pana Sankranti, marking the beginning of the traditional Odia calendar year. Leaders, institutions, and citizens extended their शुभेच्छा, wishing peace, prosperity, and happiness for all. The festival, deeply rooted in Odisha’s cultural heritage, is celebrated with…
Bhubaneswar: The National Highways Authority of India has launched the ‘Arogya Van’ programme, an initiative aimed at planting medicinal trees along vacant stretches of national highways to enhance ecological sustainability and promote traditional healthcare awareness. In the first phase, more than 67,000 medicinal trees will be planted across 17 identified land parcels spanning approximately 62.8…
Bhubaneswar: The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) has signed an agreement with Nexband Renewables to establish a 150-tonne-per-day compressed biogas (CBG) plant aimed at producing automobile-grade bio-CNG from vegetable waste. The proposed facility will be located in the Khuntabandha area of Begunia and will also generate solid and liquid organic fertilizers, providing an additional boost to…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step toward strengthening national security and safeguarding digital infrastructure, the Government of India is reportedly planning to impose restrictions on Chinese surveillance and networking equipment used across the country. The move is expected to impact major global players such as Hikvision, Dahua Technology, and TP-Link, whose products are widely deployed in…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has introduced a new category of high-end liquor outlets—‘Super Premium FL OFF shops’—as part of its latest excise policy, aiming to modernize retail and cater to premium consumers. The outlets will be set up in six major cities, including Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Rourkela, Berhampur, Sambalpur and Puri. According to the policy, these…
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…
Bhubaneswar: A social media post by Manas Muduli on X has gone viral, bringing widespread attention to the eco-conscious initiatives at Nandankanan Zoological Park. The post, which has garnered over 110,000 views, showcases simple yet effective measures adopted by the zoo to curb plastic waste and promote environmental responsibility among visitors. Calling it “one of…