Bhubaneswar: The Government of Odisha is planning to establish Heatwave Relief Centres across the state as part of its strategy to tackle rising temperatures and associated health risks. These shelters will function on the lines of cyclone and flood shelters, offering safe spaces for people to rest during peak heat hours while providing access to…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha State Law Commission has recommended amendments to the Shri Jagannath Temple Act, 1955 to introduce a formal dress code for devotees visiting the Jagannath Temple. As per the proposal, women may be restricted from wearing jeans or trousers inside the temple premises, while traditional attire has been suggested for male devotees. Male…
Bhubaneswar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi graced the closing ceremony of the 50th anniversary celebrations of Sikkim’s statehood at Paljor Stadium. On the occasion, the Prime Minister inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for multiple development projects worth over ₹4,000 crore across the state. The initiatives are aimed at strengthening connectivity, infrastructure, and public service delivery….
Bhubaneswar: Oil companies have introduced temporary limits on fuel sales across Odisha, directing petrol pump dealers to restrict petrol supply to 50 litres and high-speed diesel (HSD) to 500 litres per customer. The move is aimed at preventing industries from purchasing diesel in bulk from retail outlets, which could disrupt availability for regular consumers. Officials…
Bhubaneswar: Several states across India are providing financial assistance ranging from ₹1 lakh to ₹3 lakh to couples entering inter-caste marriages, as part of efforts to promote social integration and reduce caste-based discrimination. At the national level, the Dr. Ambedkar Scheme for Social Integration through Inter-Caste Marriages supports such unions, particularly those involving a Scheduled…
Bhubaneswar: The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) will organise a National Deliberative Summit on “Harmonizing Administrative Data for Governance” from April 29 to 30 in Bhubaneswar. The summit is being held as a follow-up to the 5th National Conference of Chief Secretaries held in December last year, where the need for better integration…
Bhubaneswar: India and New Zealand are set to sign a bilateral trade agreement today, with nearly 70% of Indian goods expected to receive duty-free access to the New Zealand market. The agreement is poised to open significant export opportunities, particularly for MSME-driven sectors. Industries such as leather, handloom, and handicrafts—especially from Agra and across Uttar…
Bhubaneswar: Times Prime has launched Aeonic, a comprehensive wellness membership, designed to simplify access to fitness, preventive healthcare, nutrition, and medical services for consumers across India. The launch responds to the increasing demand for integrated, preventive-first wellness solutions that reduce the complexity of managing multiple health and fitness subscriptions, bringing essential wellness services together through…
Bhubaneswar: A potential aviation emergency was averted early today after takeoff of Swiss International Air Lines Flight LX147 from Delhi to Zurich was aborted due to smoke detected from the left-side wheel. The incident occurred around 2 a.m., prompting the crew to declare an emergency and halt departure procedures. There were 232 passengers on board…
Bhubaneswar: Security agencies across India have issued a nationwide alert following intelligence inputs about potential militant attacks on key installations, including the Parliament House. According to officials, the alert has been marked as urgent and confidential. A communication from Police Headquarters (PHQ) has warned of possible coordinated attacks targeting high-value and sensitive locations such as…