Government focuses on pulses, oilseeds, and irrigation to empower farmers and cut import dependence Bhubaneswar : In a bid to transform its agricultural landscape beyond paddy dependency, the Odisha government has unveiled a renewed strategy for the Rabi season of 2025–26, focusing on climate resilience, crop diversification, and self-reliance in food production. Deputy Chief Minister…
Early damage to a newly built ₹68-crore highway stretch in Jeypore sparks debate over construction standards and public safety Bhubaneswar : Two years after its completion, a 10-km stretch of National Highway-26 between Bariniput and Ambaguda in Odisha’s Jeypore block is showing cracks—literally and figuratively. The damaged road has not only disrupted daily travel but…
Move aims to speed up real estate dispute resolution and bring clarity to land registration processes across rural and urban areas Bhubaneswar : In a bid to improve efficiency and transparency in real estate governance, the Odisha Real Estate Regulatory Authority (ORERA) has initiated the process of appointing a land expert to assist with complex…
MoU aims to provide housing loans to economically weaker sections under Affordable Housing Scheme Bhubaneswar : In a major move to strengthen affordable housing for economically weaker sections (EWS), the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with HDFC Bank. The partnership will facilitate housing loans for eligible beneficiaries under the…
Focus on integrated urban development and smart city transformation for Bhubaneswar Bhubaneswar : Senior IAS officer Chanchal Rana officially took charge as the 27th Vice Chairman of the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA), marking the beginning of a new phase in the city’s urban governance and planning framework. On his first day in office, Rana held…
Odisha Police Housing and Welfare Corporation signs MoU with Home Department to accelerate growth and efficiency Bhubaneswar : In a major step towards strengthening infrastructure development and fiscal growth, the Odisha Police Housing and Welfare Corporation (OPHWC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the State Home Department. The agreement sets an ambitious target for…
Public funds barred from being used for gifts and festive expenses during Diwali and other festivals Bhubaneswar : In a move to promote fiscal discipline and curb unnecessary expenditure, the Odisha government on Friday formally adopted the ‘No Gift Policy’, prohibiting the use of public funds for purchasing gifts, mementoes, sweets, or other items during…
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…
