New Odisha Age

Category: Technology

Cyclonic Circulation Over South Coastal Odisha, Heatwave Likely to Continue in Coastal Andhra Pradesh: Weather Officials

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: A cyclonic circulation has formed over south coastal Odisha and adjoining regions at around 1.5 kilometres above mean sea level, according to Jagannath Kumar from the weather department in Visakhapatnam. Officials stated that weather conditions are currently favourable for the further advance of the southwest monsoon into additional parts of the southeast Arabian Sea,…

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Women’s Self-Help Groups in Balasore Receive International Cloth Bag Order from London

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Bhubaneswar: A group of women from Balasore who once depended on collecting sal leaves from forests and making traditional leaf plates for their livelihood have achieved a major milestone by securing an international cloth bag order from London. The development has brought recognition to the Navadurga Producers Group based in Dhobashila panchayat under Nilagiri block…

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Kerala Becomes First Indian State to Create Cabinet-Level AI Portfolio

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Bhubaneswar: Kerala has become the first state in India to establish a dedicated cabinet-level portfolio for Artificial Intelligence, formally integrating AI governance into the state’s administrative structure. The decision was announced through an official gazette notification issued by the newly formed government led by V. D. Satheesan shortly after assuming office. Senior leader P. K….

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Capital Region Urban Transport Renamed as Comprehensive Region Urban Transport Amid Expansion of Electric Bus Network

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Bhubaneswar: The Capital Region Urban Transport has been renamed as Comprehensive Region Urban Transport as part of Odisha’s broader plan to modernise and expand public transportation services across the state. Officials stated that the renaming reflects an expanded vision aimed at developing integrated and sustainable urban mobility systems beyond the capital region. Under the initiative,…

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Vintage Ambassador Campaign by Keshav Jewellers Sparks Nostalgia Across Bhubaneswar

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Bhubaneswar: In a city constantly moving toward the “new,” a vintage Hindustan Ambassador is unexpectedly making people across Bhubaneswar pause, reflect and reconnect with old memories. The moving campaign by Keshav Jewellers has drawn public attention not merely because of the classic car itself, but because of the nostalgia and emotional connection it evokes among…

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India’s Education Revolution Takes Centre Stage at ETEducation Annual Education Summit 2026

Sarmistha Kabi04 mins

Bhubaneswar: India’s most influential education platform returns for its third edition, uniting policymakers, global academics, technologists, and innovators to shape the future of learning. The Economic Times announced the 3rd edition of the ETEducation Annual Education Summit 2026, scheduled for June 11–12, 2026 at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi. Themed “India’s Education Revolution: For the World, With…

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Lakshadweep Begins Seaplane Trial Operations to Boost Island Connectivity

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Bhubaneswar: Lakshadweep has officially launched seaplane trial operations with the successful landing of the first Kochi–Lakshadweep trial flight on May 13, 2026, marking a major step towards improving transport connectivity across the island territory. Officials said the trials are aimed at assessing the feasibility of regular seaplane services connecting Kochi with multiple islands in Lakshadweep,…

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

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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

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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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East Coast Railway Cancels Puri-Rourkela Express On Select Dates In May For Safety Work

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

BHUBANESWAR: East Coast Railway (ECoR) has announced the temporary cancellation of the Puri-Rourkela Express and Rourkela-Puri Express on selected dates in May 2026 due to safety-related modernisation and maintenance work. According to railway officials, the work is being carried out in the Sambalpur–Maneswar section as part of infrastructure strengthening and operational safety improvements. As a…

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