Bhubaneswar: In a significant urban expansion move, 71 villages on the outskirts of Bhubaneswar are set to be merged with the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC). The proposal, long under consideration by the state government, has now gained momentum with the Housing and Urban Development Department officially notifying the Khordha District Collector to initiate the process….
Kolkata, India, 12 November 2025: The Institute of Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Development (iLEAD) successfully conducted its Student Council Elections 2025 on November 5, drawing a large number of students and staff to the polls. The event was held under the careful supervision of teachers and mentors, ensuring transparency, fairness and discipline throughout the process. The elections were…
Bhubaneswar: In a first-of-its-kind initiative, the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) is setting up a dedicated ‘Gupchup Market’ in the city to offer residents a clean, organised, and safe space to enjoy one of Odisha’s favourite snacks — gupchup (pani puri). The project, launched as a pilot initiative, aims to streamline roadside vending and ease traffic…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated the 150th program of the state-level ‘Vande Mataram’ initiative at Lok Seva Bhavan on Tuesday, calling it a powerful symbol of India’s unity, courage, and national pride. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister highlighted the song’s deep historical and emotional roots, noting that Vande Mataram—originally from Bankim Chandra…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to script a new industrial chapter with Paradip at its centre, as Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday unveiled plans to develop the port city into a critical industrial and logistics hub for eastern India. The announcement came alongside the launch of a ₹40,000-crore Green Hydrogen Hub, one of only…
Bhubaneswar: In a move aimed at supporting farmers, the Odisha government on Monday announced an increase of ₹69 per quintal in the procurement price of paddy for the ongoing Kharif Marketing Season (KMS) 2025–26. The revised rate, which aligns with the state’s commitment to ensure better returns for cultivators, will apply to all paddy procured…
Bhubaneswar: With just two days left for the curtain to rise on the historic Baliyatra, preparations are in full swing across Cuttack. The district administration is giving final touches to the arrangements to ensure that this year’s edition of the iconic fair — one of Asia’s largest open-air festivals — is more vibrant, immersive, and…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj announced on Thursday that the State Government will roll out a week-long awareness campaign across colleges and universities to promote health, fitness, and nutrition among students while curbing substance abuse on campuses. The initiative comes in line with the University Grants Commission (UGC)’s recent directive to ensure drug-free…
Bhubaneswar: Government schools across Odisha are witnessing a gradual decline in student enrolment over the past few years, as more parents—both in rural and urban areas—are choosing private schools for their children’s education. According to data from the School and Mass Education Department, the state has seen a steady fall in the number of students…
Bhubaneswar, Oct 13: In a significant move toward women empowerment, the Odisha government has announced plans to launch the ‘Mahila Su Vahak’ scheme, aimed at encouraging women to take up driving and related professions in the transport sector. The initiative, part of the state’s broader vision for inclusive development, seeks to train, certify, and financially…