Authorities plan expansion to colleges, parks, and event venues to increase relevance Bhubaneswar : The ambitious ‘Bhubaneswar Me’ Wi-Fi project, launched during the previous government’s tenure to make the capital a digitally connected city, has struggled to gain widespread acceptance among citizens despite heavy investment. With 515 hotspots and 1,601 access points set up across…
State Sets 50% EV Adoption Target by 2030 with Expanded Incentives and Charging Network Bhubaneswar : The Odisha government has released its draft Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy 2025, unveiling an ambitious roadmap to position the state as a national leader in green mobility. The new policy sets a bold target of achieving 50 percent electric…
Silver Surges to 14-Year Peak as Global Rally Pushes Prices Beyond Reach for Many Families Bhubaneswar : Gold and silver prices touched historic highs, triggering both excitement and concern among consumers and jewellers across Odisha. While global factors drove the rally, the steep rise in domestic prices has left many households in the state worried…
Programme focuses on diversity, equity, and inclusion to strengthen organisational leadership Bhubaneswar : The Odisha Mining Corporation (OMC) launched ‘LeaDHer 2025’, a leadership development programme designed to empower women professionals within the organisation. The programme, rooted in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) principles, was inaugurated at OMC’s Head Office in Bhubaneswar and marked a new…
Minister reviews progress, asks officials to resolve drainage and utility issues alongside construction Bhubaneswar : Public Works Minister Prithiviraj Harichandan conducted a detailed review of the Sundarpada–Jatani road construction project, which has been long awaited by residents and commuters in the region. The meeting, attended by departmental officials, the chief engineer, contractors, and local representatives,…
Loan support to help families pay their share under PMAY-Urban 2.0; pilot to cover 600 allottees in Bhubaneswar Bhubaneswar : Bhubaneswar has taken a major step towards expanding access to affordable housing. The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) has signed an agreement with a private sector bank to provide housing loans to beneficiaries who are struggling…
Project aims to boost scientific learning, innovation, and research Bhubaneswar : The Odisha government has initiated steps to establish a modern Science City in Bhubaneswar, signaling a major leap in the state’s efforts to promote scientific education, research, and innovation. The Department of Science and Technology has begun groundwork for the ambitious project, which will…
Odisha dealers expect higher sales ahead of festive season Bhubaneswar : The recent reduction in Goods and Services Tax (GST) on passenger vehicles has triggered a wave of price cuts by leading car manufacturers across India. Auto companies including Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Toyota, Renault, and Maruti Suzuki have announced significant reductions across their…
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…
