New Odisha Age

Category: Society

Odisha Launches ‘Pitha on Wheels’ to Celebrate Raja Festival and Boost Women-Led Enterprises

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Bhubaneswar: In a unique blend of cultural celebration and economic empowerment, the Odisha Government’s Mission Shakti Department has launched ‘Pitha on Wheels’, a mobile food initiative aimed at promoting traditional Odia cuisine while creating greater market opportunities for women entrepreneurs during the Raja Festival. The initiative features specially designed vehicles that travel to different locations,…

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Puri Retains Unique Identity as Jagannath Dham After Digha Project Renaming

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Bhubaneswar: The decision to remove the word “Dham” from the Jagannath project in Digha and rename it as the Digha Jagannath Cultural Centre has been welcomed by many devotees and stakeholders who had expressed concerns over preserving the unique spiritual identity of Puri. For centuries, Jagannath Temple in Puri has been revered as Jagannath Dham,…

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Odisha Schools to Introduce 10 ‘Bagless Days’ Annually Under NEP 2020

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Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards implementing the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the Odisha Government has decided to introduce 10 ‘bagless days’ every academic year for students of Classes VI to VIII in schools across the state. The initiative is aimed at reducing academic pressure on students while encouraging experiential, activity-based, and skill-oriented learning….

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Centre Approves National Gallery of Modern Art Branch in Bhubaneswar with ₹630 Crore Investment

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Bhubaneswar: In a major boost to Odisha’s cultural and artistic landscape, the Centre has approved the establishment of a branch of the National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) in Bhubaneswar with a proposed investment of ₹630 crore. The Ministry of Culture formally communicated its intention to set up the prestigious institution in the Odisha capital…

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NFHS-6 Flags Rising Obesity and Diabetes Risk in Odisha, Urban Areas Most Affected

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Bhubaneswar: Odisha is witnessing a significant rise in obesity and diabetes risk, with the latest findings of the National Family Health Survey (NFHS)-6 (2023-24) revealing a growing public health challenge across the state. According to the survey, nearly three out of every ten women aged 15-49 years in Odisha are now classified as overweight or…

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Hyderabad’s leading design college is now in Warangal SR University collaborates with Hamstech College to launch Bachelor of Design programs

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Bhubaneswar: In a significant move set to redefine creative education in India, Hamstech College of Creative Education has partnered with SR University to establish the SRU School of Design powered by Hamstech. The collaboration brings together Hamstech’s three decades of expertise in design training with SR University’s 150-acre integrated campus, known for its strong academic…

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Odisha’s Eklavya Schools Equipped with Advanced Space Labs to Boost Scientific Learning

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Bhubaneswar: Tribal students in Odisha are set to gain greater exposure to cutting-edge science and technology following the inauguration of advanced Space Labs in Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs) across the country. President Droupadi Murmu virtually inaugurated Space Labs in 75 EMRSs nationwide, including 13 schools in Odisha, as part of an initiative aimed at…

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Odisha Government Targets June 30 Deadline to Complete PSU Appointments

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Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government has initiated a statewide exercise to finalize appointments in state-run Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), setting June 30, 2026, as the target date for completing the process. In a move aimed at strengthening governance and improving the functioning of public sector enterprises, the government has directed concerned departments and authorities to furnish…

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Odisha Government Plans Major Redevelopment of Bhubaneswar’s Unit-IV Market

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Bhubaneswar: One of the capital city’s busiest and most iconic marketplaces is set for a major transformation. The Odisha Government has announced plans to redevelop Unit-IV Market, with separate sections proposed for fish, meat, and vegetable vendors to improve hygiene, streamline operations, and enhance the overall shopping experience. Housing and Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra…

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Fire Erupts in Balukhand Wildlife Sanctuary Near Puri; Authorities Contain Blaze, Assess Damage

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Bhubaneswar: A fire broke out in the Talabania region of the Balukhand Wildlife Sanctuary near Puri on Friday night, scorching a section of dry forest and prompting an immediate response from fire and forest officials concerned about the safety of wildlife in the area. The blaze spread through dry vegetation within the sanctuary, an ecologically…

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