Bhubaneswar: Lakshadweep has officially launched seaplane trial operations with the successful landing of the first Kochi–Lakshadweep trial flight on May 13, 2026, marking a major step towards improving transport connectivity across the island territory. Officials said the trials are aimed at assessing the feasibility of regular seaplane services connecting Kochi with multiple islands in Lakshadweep,…
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….
Bhubaneswar: India’s seafood exports have reached an all-time high, touching nearly ₹72,000 crore in value, with export volumes rising to 19.32 lakh metric tonnes, according to official data. The record performance highlights the growing global demand for Indian marine products and the continued expansion of the country’s seafood processing and export sector. Frozen shrimp remained…
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…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Public Service Commission has announced that the Odisha Civil Services (OCS) Preliminary Examination-2025 will be conducted on June 7 across six cities in Odisha. According to the commission, candidates appearing for the examination will be able to download their admit cards from the official OPSC website starting May 30. The preliminary examination…
Bhubaneswar: After the recent increase in petrol, diesel and CNG prices, consumers may soon face another financial burden as the Central Electricity Authority has proposed a significant hike in fixed monthly electricity charges. The proposed move could directly affect households across India, including consumers with very low electricity usage. Under the proposal, consumers may have…
Bhubaneswar: The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation has established dedicated cooling stations at Kalpana Square and Fire Station Square in Bhubaneswar to provide relief to residents amid rising temperatures and ongoing heatwave conditions. The initiative aims to create accessible public comfort spaces where people can temporarily escape extreme heat and reduce the risk of heat-related illnesses. Officials…
Bhubaneswar: Fuel supply has resumed at petrol pumps across Odisha and the current situation is expected to return to normal by Monday evening, according to the Utkal Petroleum Dealers Association. Officials of the association stated that fuel distribution operations have restarted across the state and supply will continue uninterrupted on Sunday as well. The development…
Bhubaneswar: The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation has initiated work on a major infrastructure project aimed at reducing traffic congestion in the Odisha capital by relocating the historic Unit-I wholesale vegetable market to a new integrated trading complex at Bhagabanpur. The proposed ₹45 crore project is expected to improve traffic movement in central Bhubaneswar while modernising…
Bhubaneswar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has warned that the world may be heading into a prolonged energy crisis decade, cautioning that unchecked disruptions in fuel supplies and rising geopolitical instability could reverse decades of economic progress and push millions back into poverty. Speaking during his visit to Netherlands, the Prime Minister stressed that global energy…