Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s young swimming talent Aadvika Utkal has brought laurels to the state and the country with an outstanding performance at the 3rd Asian Open School Aquatic Championship 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand. The eight-year-old student of DN Wisdom Tree Global School, Bhubaneswar, represented India at the international championship held at the Assumption University Aquatic Center…
Bhubaneswar: The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) has emerged as a cornerstone of India’s financial inclusion drive since its launch in 2014, significantly expanding access to formal banking and other financial services for underserved communities. According to the latest figures, the number of PMJDY accounts has increased from 14.72 crore in 2015 to 59.09…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Health Minister Mukesh Mahaling has highlighted the state’s move towards digital healthcare, including the use of digital prescriptions and secure online storage of medical records. Mahaling said the initiative is being pursued under the broader digital-health framework associated with Aarogya Setu 2.0, which includes a “Scan and Share” facility. The system allows patients…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida said around 14.73 lakh beneficiaries are currently covered under the state government’s Jashoda Yojana, with the number expected to increase as more children are referred to the concerned committees. Parida said the government is committed to ensuring the welfare and protection of children and stressed that there is…
Bhubaneswar: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has sharply criticised the government over the disruptions and loss of business during the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament, accusing the Centre of avoiding accountability and undermining the functioning of the legislature. Speaking on the issue, Kharge alleged that senior members of the government, including the Prime Minister and Home…
Bhubaneswar: NDA leaders held a march inside the Parliament premises during the Monsoon Session on Tuesday, protesting alleged police action against students demonstrating in Jharkhand. The protesting MPs raised concerns over the alleged treatment of student protesters and demanded answers from the Jharkhand government over the reported use of force during the demonstrations. BJP MP…
Bhubaneswar: India’s Independence Day celebrations at the historic Red Fort are set to feature a special addition this year, with “Vande Mataram” scheduled to be played during the national celebrations for the first time. The inclusion of the iconic patriotic song is expected to add a distinctive patriotic touch to the August 15 celebrations at…
Bhubaneswar: The Government of India has clarified that UPI payments will remain free for ordinary users, amid growing debate over proposed amendments to the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007 and the possibility of introducing a Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on certain transactions. The government categorically stated that consumers making payments through UPI will not…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government has directed that ‘Vande Mataram’ be sung before the National Anthem, ‘Jana Gana Mana,’ at all government functions and in government as well as government-aided schools across the state. The directive follows guidelines issued by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs on July 9. The School and Mass Education Department has…
Bhubaneswar: BJP MP Kangana Ranaut on Monday accused the Opposition of deliberately disrupting Parliament and obstructing legislative business, alleging that it was unwilling to allow the House to function. Speaking to reporters on the Parliament premises, Ranaut claimed that Opposition parties continued to stall proceedings regardless of the significance of the issues being taken up…