Bhubaneswar: In a major relief for the food and hospitality industry, the Government of India has increased the allocation of commercial LPG to up to 50% of the estimated demand, aiming to stabilise operations across the sector. The latest 20% hike in supply is targeted at supporting restaurants, dhabas, hotels, canteens, dairy units and community…
Bhubaneswar: In a move to address the growing issue of coconut waste in public spaces, the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) has introduced a toll-free helpline number (1929) for residents to report discarded coconut shells across the city. The initiative aims to ensure quick collection and scientific processing of coconut waste dumped in markets, temples and…
Bhubaneswar: The Government of Odisha has imposed a ban on the use of coal and coal briquettes in urban areas as part of its heatwave management strategy, aiming to reduce pollution levels and curb rising temperatures. The move, however, has triggered concern among roadside hotel owners and small food vendors, many of whom rely on…
Bhubaneswar: In a major push to modernise its logistics network, India Post is set to launch a premium express service, ‘24 Speed Post’, offering guaranteed next-day delivery for urgent consignments. The service will be officially launched on March 17, 2026, in New Delhi by Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, along with Minister of State…
Bhubaneswar: A tragic fire at the Trauma Care Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of SCB Medical College and Hospital claimed the lives of 10 patients and left several hospital staff injured during rescue operations in the early hours of March 16. The blaze reportedly broke out while critically ill patients were undergoing treatment, triggering panic within…
Bhubaneswar: A powerful Nor’wester tornado caused widespread destruction in Mayurbhanj district on Sunday, leaving a trail of damage, injuries and disruption in several areas. According to initial reports, the worst-affected location was Kia village in Karanjia, where strong winds triggered panic among residents and blew off roofs of numerous mud and thatched houses. Heavy Damage…
Bhubaneswar: The Government of Odisha has launched a major initiative to promote sports and youth engagement in remote and Maoist-affected regions under its “Gramodaya” campaign. As part of the programme, the Department of Sports and Youth Services will distribute sports kits to 485 villages across 10 districts in the state, aiming to integrate youth into…
Bhubaneswar: For Indian households, smart shopping has always meant making every rupee count. Strengthening this deeply rooted belief, SMART Bazaar, India’s trusted value retail destination, has launched its biggest-ever SMART Bazaar Exchange—a nationwide initiative designed to help families save more and shop smarter, all under one roof. Positioned as the go-to destination for consistent, everyday value,…
Bhubaneswar: Kusunpur village in Kendrapada district of Odisha is set to be transformed into the state’s first smart village under an ambitious initiative led by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), functioning under the Ministry of Science and Technology. The project aims to convert the village—home to around 130 families and a population…
Bhubaneswar: In a step towards promoting accessible healthcare, the Odisha Young Entrepreneurs Association (OYEA), in collaboration with the Rotary E-Club Coastal Bay and Manipal Hospitals, organized a comprehensive free community health camp at Netaji Club in Badagada Brit Colony, Bhubaneswar. The initiative focused on preventive healthcare, offering residents direct access to professional medical consultations, health…