In a significant relief for lakhs of ration card holders in Odisha, the state government has extended the deadline for completing e-KYC (electronic Know Your Customer) under the food security program until March 31, 2025. The decision comes as a response to widespread network connectivity issues in remote and rural areas, which have hindered many…
A groundbreaking innovation in oral healthcare has emerged from Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan (SOA) University, as Professor Neeta Mohanty, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research & Collaboration), has successfully secured a US patent for her automated oral biopsy device. The pen-like device, designed to simplify and enhance biopsy procedures, is expected to transform the early detection and treatment of…
Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati has proposed listing select state public sector undertakings (PSUs) in the stock market to enhance accountability, drive performance, and strengthen their financial standing. Speaking at a review meeting on PSU performance at Raj Bhavan, the Governor underscored the importance of transparency, efficiency, and financial discipline in managing public resources. Highlighting…
The Odisha Legislative Assembly (OLA) has officially transitioned into a paperless system with the launch of the ‘Digital House’ under the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA). This initiative, aimed at modernizing legislative processes, allows lawmakers to access critical legislative information seamlessly through a mobile application. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, while inaugurating the Digital House alongside…
Forrester Predicts India’s Enterprise IT Market to Expand at the Highest Rate Amid AI and Cloud Boom India is set to become the world’s fastest-growing technology market, with enterprise IT spending projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.6% between 2024 and 2029, the highest across any region globally, according to…
The Odisha government is set to introduce a new Information Technology (IT) policy aimed at accelerating the state’s IT sector growth while significantly increasing incentives for companies hiring local talent. The policy, which will be launched soon by the state IT department, proposes a more than twofold increase in recruitment incentives for companies employing youth…
More than 25.6% of Odisha’s 549.5 km coastline, spanning 140.7 km, is experiencing significant erosion due to powerful waves, according to Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Kirti Vardhan Singh. In a written response to the Lok Sabha, the minister confirmed that a considerable portion of Odisha’s coastal stretch is vulnerable to erosion,…
In a significant development for Odisha’s entrepreneurial landscape, Hunch Circle Private Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Startup Odisha to strengthen the state’s startup ecosystem. This collaboration aims to provide funding, mentorship, and global market access to Odisha-based startups, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. Hunch Circle, a portfolio company of Delhi-based investment firm…
The Odisha government has set an ambitious target of constructing 15,000 km of roads every year, aiming to develop 75,000 km of road infrastructure over the next five years. Public Works Minister Prithviraj Harichandan outlined the plan following a departmental review meeting on Friday. A comprehensive policy on road infrastructure improvement is in the works,…
The Odisha government has given the green light for the construction of an elevated approach and exit road on the Master Canteen side of Bhubaneswar Railway Station. This initiative is a key component of the station’s redevelopment under the Indian Railways’ Amrit Station Scheme, aimed at modernizing passenger amenities and streamlining traffic flow. As part…
