Smart electricity meters to be provided free for consumers up to 2 kW load from 2025–26 Bhubaneswar : The Odisha government has approved a one-time grant of ₹735 crore to directly fund the installation of smart electricity meters across the state. The decision, taken by the state Cabinet and notified by the Energy Department, aims…
State plans time-bound auction of gold blocks as part of wider mineral monetisation strategy Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has confirmed that three gold mine blocks discovered in the state contain an estimated 1,586 kilograms of gold and that the process to auction these mines is already underway. Mines Minister Bibhuti Bhushan Jena shared the update…
State moves closer to 60% urbanisation target by 2047 Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has taken a major step towards expanding urban areas in the state by announcing the creation of new urban local bodies. On Monday, the government declared the formation of Notified Area Councils (NACs) in 24 towns across 14 districts, as part of…
New rules aim to cut delays, reduce disputes, and protect homebuyers Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has rolled out major legal reforms to modernise the state’s real estate sector and bring long-pending relief to homebuyers and developers. By simplifying apartment registration procedures and introducing a transparent stamp duty valuation system, the state aims to end years…
Government partners with global organisations to build AI skills Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has reaffirmed its plan to use artificial intelligence (AI) as a key tool to improve governance and public services, with the welfare of people placed at the centre of all technological efforts. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi said AI will not only…
New initiative aims to spark curiosity, research thinking, and hands-on learning among school students across the state Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is set to launch 25 RISHI Hubs across the state to strengthen science education and promote innovation among school students. The initiative is aimed at encouraging curiosity, creativity, and research-based learning from an early…
Company considering Gopalpur and Cuttack; project may cost ₹10,000 crore Bhubaneswar: Tata Power is in early discussions with the Odisha government to set up a large 10 gigawatt (GW) ingots and wafers manufacturing facility in the state, reported ET citing two people familiar with the development. The proposed investment is estimated at around ₹10,000 crore,…
Move aims to improve administrative efficiency, land services, and public outreach across fast-growing regions Bhubaneswar: In a significant step toward decentralised governance, the Odisha Government has approved the creation of four new tehsils to enhance administrative efficiency and ensure faster delivery of public services. With this decision, the total number of tehsils in the state…
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,…
State targets faster coal evacuation, improved hinterland connectivity and industrial expansion through new logistics corridors Bhubaneswar: In a major push toward strengthening its logistics and industrial backbone, the Odisha government is planning to develop new railway corridors under the public-private partnership (PPP) model. These corridors will form part of the state’s port-led industrialisation strategy, designed…
