Newdelhi:10/4/25:Under the transformative Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, Indian Railways is undertaking a comprehensive modernization of six key stations in Central Odisha—Angul, Talcher, Talcher Road, Meramandali, Dhenkanal, and Rairakhol. This ambitious initiative aims to upgrade infrastructure to world-class standards while enhancing passenger convenience, accessibility, and sustainability. The redevelopment plan includes new station buildings with modern amenities, improved façades, wider foot-over bridges, ...

Dhamra, 07/04/2025: The 14th Foundation Day was observed with great joy and enthusiasm in Adani DAV Public School. Pandit Birendra Kumar Panda, Professor of Sanskrit Department, at Ravenshaw University, was the Chief Guest as well as the Chief Speaker of the day. Mr Shiba Charan Khamurai, Principal, Boula College, Keonjhar was the Guest of Honour. The Welcome Song was recited ...

Dhamra, 07.04.2025: National Maritime Day is celebrated annually on April 5th to honour India’s rich maritime heritage and the vital role the maritime sector plays in national trade and security. The purpose of the event is to raise awareness about the importance of the maritime sector in India’s trade, economy, and security.  The history of the day goes back all the ...

Puri:6/4/25:The annual Puri Rath Yatra preparations are underway, with the traditional Ratha Katha Anukula, or ceremonial wood-cutting ceremony, marking the auspicious start of the elaborate chariot construction process. This sacred ritual, performed with reverence, signifies the spiritual and cultural essence of the festival, dedicated to Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra. During the ceremony, specific wood types, such as ...

Sundargarh:6/4/25:Ministry of Tribal Affairs is committed to the holistic development of tribal communities across the country. As part of this vision, the Ministry has undertaken several proactive health initiatives to bridge healthcare gaps and ensure access to quality medical services for tribal populations, especially in remote areas. Mission to Eradicate Sickle Cell Disease by 2047 National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission, launched by Prime ...

Cuttack:5/4/25: The Cuttack Municipal Corporation (CMC) has partnered with Oil India Limited (OIL) through a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a Rs 150 crore compressed biogas (CBG) plant in Jagatpur. Signed on Friday, the concessionaire agreement outlines the design, financing, construction, operation, and maintenance of a facility capable of processing 200 tonnes of municipal solid waste (MSW) daily. The MoU ...

Bhubaneswar:4/4/25: Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida chaired a review meeting today at the Lok Seva Bhawan to discuss a permanent solution to the flooding in the Dhanua River. The meeting focused on finding a lasting solution to the annual flood situation in the Dhanua River and its impact on agriculture and livelihood in Nimapara and surrounding areas. The meeting was ...

Khurda:3/4/25:Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated and laid foundation stones for 14 industrial projects in Khurda district. These projects, which have a cumulative investment of Rs 5,770 crore, are expected to generate 37,030 jobs across various sectors. The inaugurated projects span industries such as food processing, textiles, apparel, technical textiles, mechanical and electrical goods, packaging, and refractory materials. With ...

Cuttack, Mar 30: In a tragic incident, the Kamakhya AC Superfast Express (12551) has derailed Sunday near Nergundi Railway Station in Cuttack. However, no loss of life has been reported so far. The train, departed from SMVT Bengaluru, was heading to Kamakhya, Guwahati. Tragedy struck at around 11.45 am near Manguli on the outskirts of Cuttack as 11 bogies of the ...

INS Chilka:8/3/25:A significant milestone was achieved as 2966 trainees, including 402 women Agniveers, 288 SSR (Med Asst) and 227 Naviks passed out from INS Chilka, Odisha on 07 Mar 25. The Passing Out Parade (POP) marked the culmination of 16 weeks of rigorous ab-initio Naval training, in a unique post-sunset ceremony. The Parade was reviewed by VAdm V Srinivas, Flag ...