New Odisha Age

Category: Transport

PM Modi Lays Foundation for ₹6,950-Crore NH-715 Project with Elevated Corridor Across Kaziranga

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Bhubaneswar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday laid the foundation stone for the ₹6,950-crore four-laning of the Kaliabor–Numaligarh section of National Highway-715, gifting a major infrastructure project to the people of Assam. The project includes a 35-kilometre elevated corridor across Kaziranga National Park, aimed at ensuring safer wildlife movement while significantly improving road connectivity in…

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Odisha to Get Six New Amrit Bharat Express Trains, Boosting Long-Distance Rail Connectivity

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Bhubaneswar: Indian Railways is set to significantly enhance long-distance rail connectivity through Odisha with the introduction of six new Amrit Bharat Express services, taking the total number of such trains operating through the state to seven. Currently, Odisha is served by a single Amrit Bharat Express running between Berhampur and Udhna in Gujarat. According to…

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Odisha Introduces Performance-Based Incentives for Ama Bus Staff to Enhance Safety and Service Quality

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Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has approved a performance-based incentive scheme for Ama Bus captains (drivers) and guides (conductors), aimed at strengthening road safety, improving passenger convenience, and upgrading workforce skills. The scheme will come into effect from January 26, with incentives disbursed on a quarterly basis based on evaluations of safe driving practices and overall…

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India Overtakes China to Become World’s Largest Rice Producer

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Bhubaneswar: India has emerged as the world’s largest rice producer, surpassing China and underscoring the scale, resilience, and diversity of its agrarian economy. With total rice production estimated at 1,245.04 lakh tonnes, the milestone reflects strong performance by several high-output states supported by favourable agro-climatic conditions and sustained policy backing. Agriculture officials attribute India’s rise…

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New Semi-High-Speed Train Cuts Howrah–Kamakhya Travel Time to 14 Hours

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Bhubaneswar: A new semi-high-speed train connecting Howrah in West Bengal with Kamakhya in Assam has been launched, significantly reducing travel time on the over 1,000-kilometre route to around 14 hours. Capable of running at speeds of up to 160 km/h, the service saves nearly 2.5 hours compared to existing trains on the corridor. The train…

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EKA Mobility Deploys 100 Electric Buses for CRUT in Odisha

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Bhubaneswar: EKA Mobility has begun deploying electric buses for the Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT) system in Odisha, marking another step in the state’s transition toward clean and sustainable public transport. The rollout features EKA’s 9-metre electric bus model and is being executed in partnership with Travel Time Mobility Pvt. Ltd. Odisha Chief Minister Mohan…

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IITTM Bhubaneswar to Prepare Odisha’s Eco-Tourism Vision Document 2036

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Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards strengthening sustainable tourism, the Odisha government has partnered with the Indian Institute of Tourism and Travel Management (IITTM), Bhubaneswar, to prepare a comprehensive long-term roadmap titled ‘Odisha Eco-Tourism Vision Document 2036’. The collaboration was formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the Forest, Environment and Climate Change…

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Odisha Mandates Fire Safety Systems in Sleeper Buses to Enhance Passenger Safety

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Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to strengthen passenger safety, the Odisha government has made it mandatory for all sleeper coach buses operating in the state to be equipped with water tanks and functional sprinkler systems to tackle fire emergencies. The directive was issued by State Commerce and Transport Minister Bibhuti Bhushan Jena during a meeting…

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Passengers Safe as Ama Bus Gutted by Fire Near Kalinga Studio Square

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Bhubaneswar: A major tragedy was averted on Saturday morning after a state-run Ama Bus caught fire near Kalinga Studio Square in Bhubaneswar, prompting swift evacuation of passengers and a rapid response from fire services. The incident occurred at around 6:40 am when smoke was noticed emanating from the bus while it was on its regular…

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BJD Slams BJP Government’s Mismanagement of PUC Enforcement, Stands with People of Odisha

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Bhubaneswar: The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) strongly condemns the BJP government’s grossly mismanaged handling of the Pollution Under Control (PUC) Certificate enforcement in Odisha, which has caused widespread hardship and inconvenience to ordinary citizens. The sudden announcement of the “No PUC, No Fuel” rule from January 1, 2026, without adequate preparation, led to chaos across…

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