New 40-km greenfield highway to reduce Pipili–Konark travel to 30 minutes, while boosting heritage access and local economy Bhubaneswar : The Odisha government has cleared a landmark road infrastructure project designed to transform connectivity in Puri district. The proposed four-lane greenfield corridor between Pipili and Konark will reduce travel time from nearly one-and-a-half hours to…
Next-generation digital platform to boost financial governance with AI and real-time monitoring Bhubaneswar : The Odisha government has entered into a strategic collaboration with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) for the design and implementation of Integrated Financial Management System (IFMS) 3.0, marking a significant step in the state’s journey toward digital governance and modernisation of public…
Four-year initiative aims to benefit 2.28 lakh slum households by improving access to welfare schemes and creating inclusive urban habitats. Bhubaneswar : The Odisha government and Tata Steel Foundation (TSF) have joined hands to address urban inequality through a new partnership that promises to transform informal settlements into inclusive and resilient urban spaces. The Housing…
High-level meeting stresses preservation, beautification, and global showcasing of state’s monuments Bhubaneswar : The Odisha government has decided to intensify efforts to preserve and promote its rich cultural heritage by focusing on the restoration and beautification of ancient monuments. A high-level meeting held at Lok Seva Bhavan brought together Deputy Chief Minister Parvati Parida, Law…
New directive ensures accountability, grassroots feedback, and improved agricultural outcomes Bhubaneswar: In an effort to make agricultural schemes more farmer-oriented and effective, the Odisha Government has directed senior officials of the Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment Department to undertake regular field visits across districts and blocks. The directive was issued on Tuesday by Principal Secretary Dr….
Focus on tribal and remote areas, medical colleges, and trauma care centres Bhubaneswar : In a landmark move to address Odisha’s healthcare needs, the state government has announced plans to recruit 1,840 doctors and over 5,000 paramedical staff. The decision was taken during a high-level review meeting of the State Health and Family Welfare Department…
State targets 2.5 lakh jobs in pharma, strengthens welfare support, and announces new ports and urban councils Bhubaneswar – Odisha is preparing to make a major leap in its development journey with new initiatives across industry, welfare, and infrastructure. On Independence Day, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced that the state will host a pharma…
State targets infrastructure boost under Setu Bandhan Yojana for FY 2025–26 across key districts Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set for a major leap in infrastructure development with the state government approving the construction of 32 new bridges under the Setu Bandhan Yojana for the financial year 2025–26. The decision aims to improve connectivity in ten districts—Bolangir,…
Dedicated mapping cells in tehsils to ensure accurate boundaries and updated land records Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards improving land administration and governance, the Odisha government is set to notify 1,635 new revenue villages across the state. The Revenue and Disaster Management Department has issued a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to guide a large-scale…
Key changes aim to reduce ambiguity, simplify return filing, and curb tax evasion in high-risk sectors Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has proposed amendments to the Odisha Goods and Services Tax (OGST) Act, 2017 with the objective of simplifying provisions, reducing ambiguity, and strengthening compliance mechanisms. The amendments are expected to benefit both taxpayers and tax…
