Odisha health experts say move will help poor and rural patients access critical drugs Bhubaneswar : The Central Government has announced a major relief for patients across India by fixing the retail prices of 42 commonly used medicines, including life-saving antibiotics and drugs used post-organ transplantation. Odisha’s health sector stakeholders have welcomed the move, stressing…
Antyodaya Gruha Yojana to prioritise vulnerable groups; 35 lakh applicants await PMGAY rollout in November Bhubaneswar : Odisha’s rural housing mission is set to gain momentum this month as the state government prepares to distribute 50,000 housing work orders under the Antyodaya Gruha Yojana on September 17, coinciding with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s birthday. Panchayati…
Government simplifies land records, plans door-to-door corrections and new infrastructure to reduce hassles Bhubaneswar : The Odisha government has embarked on an ambitious overhaul of its revenue administration, aiming to scrap outdated laws, simplify land management, and reduce bureaucratic hurdles for citizens. Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari announced that the effort is part…
New 40-km greenfield highway to reduce Pipili–Konark travel to 30 minutes, while boosting heritage access and local economy Bhubaneswar : The Odisha government has cleared a landmark road infrastructure project designed to transform connectivity in Puri district. The proposed four-lane greenfield corridor between Pipili and Konark will reduce travel time from nearly one-and-a-half hours to…
Next-generation digital platform to boost financial governance with AI and real-time monitoring Bhubaneswar : The Odisha government has entered into a strategic collaboration with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) for the design and implementation of Integrated Financial Management System (IFMS) 3.0, marking a significant step in the state’s journey toward digital governance and modernisation of public…
Voluntary hallmarking of silver jewellery begins from September 1 Bhubaneswar : The government has announced the introduction of voluntary hallmarking for silver jewellery and articles starting September 1, a move expected to transform the jewellery market and protect consumers across the country, including Odisha. The new system relies on digital identification to ensure that every…
State to Host Country’s First SiC Wafer Manufacturing Unit under ISM 2.0 Bhubaneswar : Odisha is set to emerge as a crucial hub in India’s semiconductor journey with the Union government prioritising silicon carbide (SiC)-based wafer manufacturing under the second version of the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM 2.0). Officials from the Ministry of Electronics and…
Odisha CM Majhi hails decision as a boost for farmers, small traders and households Bhubaneswar : India’s indirect tax regime is set for a historic overhaul, with the GST Council approving sweeping changes aimed at rationalising rates, lowering costs for households, and simplifying compliance. Starting September 22, a wide range of daily-use goods will become…
CM Majhi pitches state as India’s next semiconductor hub Bhubaneswar : Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced that the state has signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) worth Rs 2,655 crore with leading firms for setting up semiconductor and advanced electronics units. The agreements were inked during the SEMICON India 2025 Conclave in New Delhi,…
3D Glass Solutions and SicSem projects set to create jobs, attract investments, and position Odisha as India’s chip-making hub Bhubaneswar: Odisha is preparing for a landmark moment in its semiconductor journey, with Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan expected to visit the state later this year for the groundbreaking ceremony of 3D Glass Solutions’ (3DGS) semiconductor plant….
