Focus on promoting cooperative values and self-reliance across grassroots communities Bhubaneswar : A preparatory meeting for the “72nd All India Cooperative Week–2025 State Level Celebration” was held at the Odisha State Agriculture Marketing Council Conference Hall. The meeting aimed to plan and coordinate the upcoming state-level celebrations, ensuring the event effectively promotes the cooperative movement…
Tripartite pact to develop strategic roadmap for sustainable, cost-effective energy transition in Odisha Bhubaneswar : In a major step toward a greener and more sustainable future, NITI Aayog, the Odisha government, and the Institute for Sustainability, Employment and Growth (ISEG) Foundation have signed a Statement of Intent (SoI) to collaborate on a transformative clean energy…
Focus on fiscal accountability, capacity building, and sustainable growth under ‘Viksit Odisha @2036’ vision Bhubaneswar : In a major step towards strengthening Odisha’s urban governance and financial sustainability, the Housing and Urban Development (H&UD) Department held a high-level meeting with the 6th State Finance Commission (SFC) on Monday at the Kharavela Bhawan in Bhubaneswar. The…
State to procure 10,000 electric and hybrid vehicles amid budget constraints and model shortages Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is preparing for a major green transition by replacing its entire fleet of official vehicles used by ministers, senior bureaucrats, and department heads with electric vehicles (EVs) within the next six months. The move aims to make…
Two-day event to focus on sustainable urban development, digital governance, and citizen-centric growth Bhubaneswar : The Housing and Urban Development (H&UD) Department of Odisha is set to host the Odisha Urban Conclave–2025, a two-day flagship event on the theme “Sustainable Urban Development & Governance – Towards Viksit Odisha @2036 and Viksit Bharat @2047”, beginning October…
Focus on sustainable mobility, resilient infrastructure, and data-driven urban planning Bhubaneswar : The Odisha Housing and Urban Development (H&UD) Department has initiated discussions with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to strengthen cooperation in urban infrastructure, sustainable mobility, and resilient city planning. The meeting, marks a significant step toward deepening ADB’s partnership with Odisha in shaping…
Audit reveals lack of monitoring and control behind years of non-payment by profit-making enterprises Bhubaneswar : A recent audit by the Accountant General has revealed that state public sector enterprises (SPSEs) in Odisha owe a massive ₹3,593.52 crore in unpaid dividends to the state government, exposing serious lapses in financial monitoring and internal control mechanisms….
New 134-acre facility at Sanaghagara to boost biodiversity conservation, eco-tourism, and research Bhubaneswar : The Odisha government has announced plans to establish its second Regional Plant Resource Centre (RPRC) at Sanaghagara in Keonjhar district, marking a major step toward strengthening the state’s biodiversity and eco-tourism initiatives. The project, envisioned as a flagship initiative by Chief…
State to showcase maritime legacy, green hydrogen initiatives, and sustainable port development in Mumbai event Bhubaneswar : Odisha is set to make a major maritime push during the upcoming India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025, scheduled to be held in Mumbai from October 27 to 31. The state will formally unveil the Odisha Inland Vessel Rules,…
Project to add 4 GW solar module and 4.8 GW cell capacity, boosting India’s renewable energy manufacturing base Bhubaneswar : Saatvik Green Energy Limited (SGEL) has announced plans to invest ₹3,150 crore in a large-scale greenfield project in Odisha, aimed at establishing a state-of-the-art solar manufacturing facility. The project will be developed in phases and…
