State urges Centre to clear over Rs 8,178 crore dues and expedite FCI-led rice lifting ahead of next procurement cycle Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has urged the Centre to expedite the evacuation of 7.60 lakh metric tons of rice currently stored in the state, emphasising the need for timely clearance to ensure smooth operations during…
State urges higher procurement targets and faster fund flow as it prepares to begin Kharif paddy purchase from December 25 Bhubaneswar: Odisha has pressed the Centre for urgent financial support ahead of the start of the Kharif Marketing Season (KMS), with Minister of Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Krushna Chandra Patra meeting Union Minister of…
State eyes major boost to scientific learning, youth innovation, and regional research capacity Bhubaneswar: In a major push to strengthen scientific education and innovation in Eastern India, the Odisha government is set to establish a state-of-the-art Science City in Bhubaneswar. Envisioned across 100 acres, the project aims to become a vibrant hub of science learning,…
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…
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…
