Deputy Chief Minister KV Singh Deo directs expedited implementation, reviews fertiliser supply and anti-black marketing measures Bhubaneswar – Deputy Chief Minister KV Singh Deo chaired a high-level meeting at Lok Seva Bhavan to review the state’s agricultural infrastructure, with a strong focus on accelerating the construction and operationalisation of cold storage facilities. Singh Deo stressed…
Renowned economist urges stronger state capacity, decentralization, and efficient welfare execution to unlock India’s full growth potential Bhubaneswar – Globally acclaimed economist and author Karthik Muralidharan, known for his expertise in education, public administration, and evidence-based policymaking, presented his latest research findings in Odisha during an interactive session at the Kharavela Bhawan conference hall on…
Revised framework promises faster approvals, transparent monitoring, and ₹5 crore allocation per constituency for 2025–26 Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday announced a major overhaul of the MLA Local Area Development (MLALAD) and Chief Minister’s Special Assistance (CM-SA) schemes by unveiling simplified guidelines and launching a dedicated MLALAD web portal — [https://mlalads.odisha.gov.in](https://mlalads.odisha.gov.in) —…
38 new facilities to be developed in first phase; project aims to modernise agricultural marketing and boost farmer incomes Bhubaneswar: In a major step towards transforming the agricultural marketing system, the Odisha Cabinet on Wednesday approved a proposal from the Cooperation Department to launch a new State Plan Scheme for establishing “Model Mandis” across the…
Decisions span cultural promotion, urban development, cooperative strengthening, and health services Bhubaneswar: The Odisha State Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, convened its 24th meeting at the Conference Hall of Lok Seva Bhawan, where seven crucial proposals from six departments received approval. Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja briefed the media, outlining the decisions aimed…
State targets infrastructure boost under Setu Bandhan Yojana for FY 2025–26 across key districts Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set for a major leap in infrastructure development with the state government approving the construction of 32 new bridges under the Setu Bandhan Yojana for the financial year 2025–26. The decision aims to improve connectivity in ten districts—Bolangir,…
Retail inflation drops to -0.30% amid easing costs; state now India’s third cheapest market Bhubaneswar: In a rare and welcome shift, Odisha has recorded deflation for the first time in years, with retail prices falling in July instead of rising. The decline has been reflected in the latest retail inflation figures, showing that overall costs…
Union Cabinet clears two high-tech manufacturing units worth ₹4,600 crore in Bhubaneswar Bhubaneswar: In a landmark development that places Odisha firmly on India’s semiconductor map, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday approved two advanced semiconductor projects in Bhubaneswar under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM). The decision marks Odisha’s debut in…
574 km coastline to be leveraged for marine biotech, eco-tourism, and livelihood creation Bhubaneswar: In a landmark step towards marine biotechnology and sustainable coastal development, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday unveiled the Odisha Marine Biotechnology Research & Innovation Corridor (OMBRIC). Conceived by the Department of Science & Technology, Government of Odisha, this ambitious…
Key freight corridor to boost mineral transport and reduce road congestion in Odisha Bhubaneswar: A refinancing agreement worth Rs 2,539 crore has been signed with the Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC) for the Angul–Sukinda rail project. The agreement was inked by project Managing Director Dillip Kumar Samantaray and IRFC Executive Director Deepa Kotnis. The 113.4-km…
