New project to boost scientific learning and support ‘Viksit Odisha’ vision The Odisha government has announced an exciting new project — a world-class Science City will be built in the capital city of Bhubaneswar by the year 2036. This major step aims to promote scientific education, innovation, and public engagement with science. Science and Technology…
Odisha has emerged as the top-performing state in industrial growth in India, surpassing several other major states, according to a new report released by credit rating agency ICRA. The report highlights that Odisha recorded a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10% in its industrial sector between 2015 and 2024 — the highest in the…
Odisha has achieved the top position in India under the Central Government’s Lakhpati Didi scheme, which aims to help rural women earn at least ₹1 lakh per year through sustainable and skill-based livelihoods. This announcement was made by the state government in a press release on Wednesday. As of April 13, 2025, Odisha has successfully…
Sandeep Pattnaik has taken charge as the new Director (Human Resources) of Odisha Hydro Power Corporation (OHPC). With more than 30 years of experience in human resources, industrial development, leadership, and skill development, Pattnaik brings deep knowledge and expertise to his new role. He has played a key role in strategic management, employee engagement, and…
A delegation from the Delhi Assembly, led by Speaker Vijender Gupta, visited Odisha on Tuesday to study the state’s successful adoption of the e-Vidhan system—an initiative under the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) that aims to digitize legislative procedures and reduce paper usage. Digital Transformation in Governance The primary objective of the visit was to understand…
In a major step toward digital governance, the Odisha government has made it mandatory for officers to gain basic knowledge of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This initiative is aimed at equipping the administrative machinery with essential digital skills to enhance public service delivery and streamline governance. Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja has directed all senior officials to…
The Odisha Electricity Regulatory Commission (OERC) has postponed the public hearing on power tariffs for Odisha Power Generation Corporation (OPGC) to May 6. The hearing was meant to decide the power rate for OPGC’s second phase power generation units. OPGC had earlier submitted two proposals to OERC, seeking approval for power tariffs for the 2025–26…
The Odisha government has provided a financial incentive of Rs 31.10 crore to nearly 1 lakh dairy farmers associated with OMFED (Odisha State Cooperative Milk Producers’ Federation). The funds were transferred directly to the farmers’ bank accounts through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system, ensuring transparency and timely payment. The incentive was given to farmers…
The Odisha government has begun the process of recruiting 1,353 teaching staff across various state-run universities under the provisions of the newly implemented Odisha University Amendment Act. The initiative, announced by Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj, is aimed at addressing the long-pending shortage of faculty members in the state’s higher education institutions. In a high-level…
The Puri district administration is gearing up to incorporate Artificial Intelligence (AI) into its preparations for the upcoming Rath Yatra, with plans to utilize the technology for crowd control and traffic management during the globally celebrated festival. In a crucial meeting held at the Circuit House in Puri, Collector Siddharth Shankar Swain led the second…
