Bhubaneswar: J.D. Birla Institute (JDBI), Kolkata, has taken a significant step towards strengthening professional education by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA), USA. With this collaboration, JDBI becomes the first college in Eastern India to formally partner with IMA, a globally recognised professional body in the field of…
Bhubaneswar: Dense fog enveloped large parts of Odisha on Saturday, severely disrupting normal life and causing major inconvenience to commuters, as the Regional Meteorological Centre issued alerts for 14 districts across the state. Visibility remained extremely poor until around 10 am, making road travel hazardous. Vehicles were seen moving at a snail’s pace on highways…
Bhubaneswar: In a major step towards urban renewal and economic revitalisation, the Odisha government has approved the construction of a state-of-the-art multi-purpose commercial complex in Koraput to replace the city’s ageing market infrastructure. Housing and Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra cleared the proposal following an on-ground inspection of key trading zones, including Chandan Pokhari…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step aimed at strengthening access to education, the Odisha government has approved free bus travel for school students under the Mukhyamantri Bus Seva scheme. The decision replaces the existing 50 per cent concession on ticket fares with complete exemption from payment, ensuring that transportation costs do not become a barrier to…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has marked a significant breakthrough in agricultural exports with its first-ever international shipment of garlic and French beans to Dubai, signalling a new chapter in the state’s efforts to link farmers directly with global markets and enhance rural incomes. The historic consignment, comprising 1,000 kg of fresh produce, was exported from Biju Patnaik…
Bhubaneswar: Bhubaneswar is set to host the Odisha Mining and Infrastructure International Expo 2026, a premier international B2B trade exhibition dedicated to the global mining and allied industries, from January 8 to 11, 2026, at Baramunda Ground. The four-day event is expected to position Odisha firmly at the centre of global mining dialogue, innovation and…
Bhubaneswar: The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the widening and strengthening of National Highway-326 (NH-326) in Odisha, a major infrastructure project aimed at improving road connectivity and accelerating development in the state’s southern districts. The project will upgrade the existing stretch of NH-326 across Gajapati, Rayagada and Koraput districts, making travel faster, safer and more…
Bhubaneswar: The Principal Secretary of the Housing and Urban Development (H&UD) Department, Government of Odisha, along with the Commissioner of the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC), conducted an on-ground inspection of sanitation activities at various locations across Bhubaneswar on Monday. During the inspection, the senior officials reviewed cleanliness levels, waste collection operations and overall sanitation management…
Bhubaneswar: Accessing legal help has become simpler and more accessible with the launch of Nyaya Setu, a citizen-centric initiative designed to deliver Ease of Justice directly through WhatsApp. By merely verifying their mobile number, users can access a unified digital interface that provides legal information, guidance, and pathways to professional assistance. Nyaya Setu acts as…
Younger Brother (30) Donates Liver to Elder Brother (37) Donor & Recipient both doing well, Donor discharged from the Hospital Bhubaneswar: AIIMS Bhubaneswar has marked a historic milestone in tertiary healthcare by successfully conducting its first liver transplant on 20 December 2025, reaffirming its commitment to delivering advanced and life-saving medical services to the people…