New Odisha Age

Category: National

GMU Develops IoT-Enabled Humidifier to Enable Year-Round Mushroom Cultivation

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Bhubaneswar: Gangadhar Meher University (GMU) has developed a low-cost, IoT-enabled humidifier aimed at helping small and marginal farmers undertake year-round mushroom cultivation by effectively managing temperature and humidity conditions. The solar-powered, app-controlled device has been designed to address key challenges faced in cultivating button and oyster mushrooms, crops that require precise environmental conditions for optimal…

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Odisha to Establish ‘Nari Adalats’ for Speedy Justice for Women

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Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has announced the establishment of ‘Nari Adalats’ (women’s courts) at the village level to ensure faster access to justice for women and strengthen legal awareness within communities. The initiative was announced by Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida, who said the women-led forums will function as mediation centres operated by trained volunteers…

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New Zealand Clinch Historic ODI Series Win in India with Indore Victory

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Bhubaneswar: New Zealand created history in Indore on Sunday by defeating India by 41 runs in the third and series-deciding One Day International, securing their first-ever ODI series victory on Indian soil. Batting first, New Zealand posted a formidable 337 for 8, riding on a magnificent century by Daryl Mitchell, who struck 137, and a…

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NDRF Raising Day: Nation Salutes the Frontline Guardians of Disaster Response

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Bhubaneswar: India on Friday marked the Raising Day of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), honouring the courage, professionalism, and unwavering commitment of its personnel who stand at the forefront of the country’s disaster management efforts. Over the years, the NDRF has emerged as the backbone of India’s emergency response system, playing a crucial role…

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JSW Group Deepens Odisha Footprint with Third Mega Steel Plant as HLCA Clears ₹55,783-Crore Investments

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Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s industrial landscape is set for a major expansion with the High-Level Clearance Authority (HLCA), chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, approving seven large-scale projects involving a total investment of ₹55,783 crore. The approvals underscore the state’s growing appeal as a hub for capital-intensive manufacturing across metals, advanced materials, and high-technology sectors. Anchoring…

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World’s Largest Shivling Installed at Viraat Ramayan Mandir in Bihar

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Bhubaneswar: Bihar has marked a historic spiritual and architectural milestone with the installation of the world’s largest Shivling at the Viraat Ramayan Mandir complex in Kesariya, East Champaran. Standing 33 feet tall and weighing an extraordinary 210 tonnes, the monumental Shivling has been carved from a single, continuous block of black granite, setting a new…

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PM Modi Cites BJP’s Civic Poll Gains While Launching Kaziranga Elevated Corridor Project

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Bhubaneswar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday highlighted the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) strong performance in recent civic body elections while inaugurating the ₹6,957-crore Kaziranga Elevated Corridor project, underscoring what he described as growing public support for the party across states. Referring to Maharashtra’s municipal polls, the Prime Minister said the BJP emerged as the…

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Odisha to Get Six New Amrit Bharat Express Trains, Boosting Long-Distance Rail Connectivity

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Bhubaneswar: Indian Railways is set to significantly enhance long-distance rail connectivity through Odisha with the introduction of six new Amrit Bharat Express services, taking the total number of such trains operating through the state to seven. Currently, Odisha is served by a single Amrit Bharat Express running between Berhampur and Udhna in Gujarat. According to…

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Odisha Introduces Performance-Based Incentives for Ama Bus Staff to Enhance Safety and Service Quality

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Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has approved a performance-based incentive scheme for Ama Bus captains (drivers) and guides (conductors), aimed at strengthening road safety, improving passenger convenience, and upgrading workforce skills. The scheme will come into effect from January 26, with incentives disbursed on a quarterly basis based on evaluations of safe driving practices and overall…

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DGCA Slaps ₹22.2 Crore Fine on IndiGo Over December Disruptions

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Bhubaneswar: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has imposed a penalty of ₹22.2 crore on IndiGo Airlines for large-scale operational disruptions reported in December, the aviation regulator said in a statement on Saturday. According to the DGCA, the fine includes a penalty of ₹3 lakh per day for 68 days, amounting to ₹20.4 crore,…

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