New Odisha Age

Department of Financial Services Issues Accessibility Guidelines for Inclusive Banking Services

Bhubaneswar: The Department of Financial Services has reiterated its commitment to promoting accessible and inclusive financial services for all citizens, including Persons with Disabilities (PwDs), through new accessibility standards for the banking and financial services sector. The department has issued Accessibility Standards and Guidelines aimed at ensuring equitable access to financial services for PwDs across…

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Government of Odisha Launches ‘Mo Gaon Mo Tahasil’ Scheme to Deliver Revenue Services in Villages

Bhubaneswar: The Government of Odisha is set to launch the ‘Mo Gaon Mo Tahasil’ scheme aimed at bringing revenue and land-related services directly to rural residents across the state. The initiative is designed to reduce the need for villagers to travel long distances to tahasil offices for routine revenue services and grievance resolution. Under the…

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Odisha State Road Transport Corporation Buses to Be Gradually Converted into Electric Vehicles

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….

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Technology Development Board Signs Agreements For Five High-Impact RDI Projects Under National Innovation Initiative

Bhubaneswar: The Technology Development Board (TDB) under the Department of Science and Technology has signed agreements for five high-impact Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) projects, with the first fund disbursement released under the National RDI Initiative. The agreements were formalised in the presence of Union Minister Jitendra Singh, who highlighted the strategic importance of quantum…

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AIIMS Bhubaneswar Performs First Deceased Donor Liver Transplant, Marking World Liver Day with a Message of Hope

A Lady Doctor Sets an Example by Saving a Life Even After Death Bhubaneswar: In a landmark achievement for healthcare in Odisha, AIIMS Bhubaneswar has successfully performed its first deceased donor liver transplant this April. This milestone coincides with World Liver Day, highlighting the importance of liver health and the life-saving impact of organ donation. At…

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Shivraj Singh Chouhan Chairs High-Level Meeting On Resource Conservation Following PM Modi’s Appeal

Bhubaneswar: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan chaired a high-level meeting at Krishi Bhavan in New Delhi with senior officials from the Ministry of Agriculture, Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), the Ministry of Rural Development and the Department of Land Resources following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent appeal for prudent use of national resources….

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NEET To Shift To Computer-Based Format From Next Year, Says Dharmendra Pradhan

Bhubaneswar: The Central Government has announced that the NEET will be conducted in a computer-based test format from next year as part of efforts to strengthen examination security and improve transparency. The move is aimed at addressing concerns related to paper leaks, OMR sheet manipulation and broader issues surrounding the integrity of the examination process….

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Ashwini Vaishnaw Highlights Cabinet Push For Coal Gasification To Strengthen India’s Energy Self-Reliance

Bhubaneswar: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Wednesday said the Union Cabinet has taken a “very important and timely decision” to promote coal gasification as part of India’s strategy to strengthen energy self-reliance amid rising gas demand and ongoing geopolitical uncertainties. Addressing a Cabinet briefing, the minister said India possesses sufficient coal reserves to meet requirements…

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Digital Public Infrastructure And AI Emerging As Key Drivers Of Future Financial Services Ecosystem

Bhubaneswar: Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are increasingly becoming the foundation for scalable, secure and technology-driven financial services in India, with policymakers and industry stakeholders highlighting their growing role in transforming the fintech ecosystem. Officials noted that platforms such as Unified Lending Interface (ULI) are enabling digital access to multiple data sources,…

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MPJ Jewellers Opens Its Doors in Berhampore

Bhubaneswar: MPJ Jewellers, one of the leading jewellery brands in Bengal and Eastern India, proudly announces the grand opening of its newest showroom in Berhampore. As one of Bengal and Eastern India’s most beloved jewellery brands, MPJ Jewellers has spent over eight decades earning the love and loyalty of generations of customers. Gracing the inauguration…

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