Bhubaneswar: Members of India’s Men’s and Women’s U-18 Hockey teams received a grand welcome at Delhi airport upon their return from Japan following their impressive performances at the U-18 Asia Cup 2026. Players, coaches, officials, and supporters gathered to celebrate the teams’ achievements, with the young athletes being greeted with flowers, applause, and enthusiastic cheers…
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…
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…
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…
Bhubaneswar: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has directed all food business operators across the country to immediately discontinue the use of newspapers for packing, wrapping, or serving food, citing significant health and safety concerns. In a fresh advisory, the food safety regulator warned that newspapers are not suitable for direct contact…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government is set to launch a comprehensive skill development initiative for women beneficiaries of the Subhadra scheme, with the aim of enhancing employability, promoting entrepreneurship, and fostering long-term economic independence. Announcing the initiative, Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida said the program will target women aged between 21 and 35 years who are…
Bhubaneswar: Stree Shakti – “The Parallel Force” along with Women Lead organised a press conference on Monday, 1 June 2026 at 4:00 PM at Press Club, Kolkata, to welcome and celebrate the implementation of free bus services for women across West Bengal beginning 1 June 2026. The initiative, was given a go-ahead by BJP-led Government…
Bhubaneswar: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is exploring the possibility of introducing polymer banknotes, potentially beginning with ₹10 and ₹20 denominations, in a move aimed at reducing currency replacement costs and improving the durability of notes in circulation. Polymer banknotes are made from a specialized plastic substrate rather than traditional cotton-based paper. These notes…
Bhubaneswar: A wave of joy swept through Samastipur in Bihar after young cricket sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was selected for India’s upcoming T20I assignments. Family members, friends, and local residents marked the occasion by distributing sweets, bursting crackers, and gathering outside his residence to celebrate the historic achievement. The celebrations were especially significant because the teenage…
Bhubaneswar: At least 21 people lost their lives and more than 40 others were rescued after a massive fire engulfed a hotel in the Malviya Nagar area of South Delhi on Wednesday morning, triggering panic among guests and staff trapped inside the smoke-filled building. The fire broke out at Flourish Stay B&B, a property operating…