Rise of Odia Officers: Two Odisha-Born Bureaucrats Now Principal Secretaries to PM Modi In a historic development, two Odisha-born bureaucrats now hold top positions in the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), marking the first instance of such leadership. Former RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das has been appointed as Principal Secretary to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, joining PK […]
A new biography, “Anubhav Mohanty: From Blockbuster to Ballot Box,” explores the life and transformation of Odisha’s popular actor-turned-politician, Anubhav Mohanty. The book provides insights into his transition from being a dominant force in the Odia film industry to making a mark in state and national politics. Mohanty stepped into the film industry in the […]
Odisha Unveils Major Water Management Initiative to Address Mahanadi River Flow Issues The Odisha government has announced a comprehensive water management project aimed at tackling upstream water flow concerns and ensuring fair distribution across the state. As part of this initiative, 16 dams and 15 barrages will be constructed along the Mahanadi River to enhance […]
The 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) was held from January 8 to 10, 2025, in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, marking a significant occasion for the Indian diaspora. This biennial event, also known as NRI Day, celebrated the contributions of Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) to India’s development. 10 Highlights from Pravasi Bharatiya Divas […]
Bhitarkanika National Park to Close for Visitors from January 14 to 22 for Crocodile Census Bhitarkanika National Park, one of India’s premier biodiversity hotspots, will remain closed to visitors from January 14 to 22, 2025. This temporary closure is essential to facilitate the annual saltwater crocodile census, a critical effort to monitor and conserve this […]
The 6th Odisha State Book Fair 2024 began on 6 Dec 2024, with Surama Padhy, Speaker of the Odisha Legislative Assembly, set to inaugurate the event this evening at the Exhibition Ground in Unit-3, Bhubaneswar. The fair, organized by the Odisha Language, Literature, and Culture Department, will run until December 17. This sixth edition of […]
Today’s Headlines – Breaking Odia Film News – 8 December 2024 Sanatani Odia Movie Sambit Acharya’s upcoming Odia movie Sanatani first motion poster is released. The film was previously named Hey Ram. The film is produced by Bijay Kumar Kandoi & directed by Basudeb Barad. Karma Odia Movie towards 100 Days in theatre Superstar Anubhav […]
Today’s News Headlines, Breaking News from Odisha – 8 December 2024 President Droupadi Murmu Lays Foundation Stone for Three New Railway Lines in Odisha President Droupadi Murmu laid the foundation for three new railway lines in Mayurbhanj, Odisha. She also inaugurated a Tribal Research Centre and announced upgrades to Dandbose airport. President Droupadi Murmu Gets […]
News: Today’s News Headlines, Breaking News Odisha – 5 December 2024. Stay updated with the latest breaking news from Odisha. Get real-time coverage on politics, security, economy, sports, and more. News: Today’s News Headlines, Breaking News Odisha – 5 December 2024 President Droupadi Murmu Attends Navy Day Celebrations at Puri Coast President Droupadi Murmu attended […]
PM Modi Meets BJP Legislators and MPs in Bhubaneswar. Prime Minister Narendra Modi held an extensive two-hour meeting on Friday evening with Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) legislators, MPs, and other party functionaries at the BJP state office in Bhubaneswar. The meeting was attended by key leaders, including Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Union Ministers […]
Odisha Government Increases Material Costs for Midday Meals under PM Poshan Scheme. The Odisha Government has announced a hike in the material costs for midday meals in schools, effective December 1, 2024, under the PM Poshan Scheme. The revised cost for primary school students (Class I-IV) will now be Rs 7.64, up from Rs 5.90, […]
PM Modi at Odisha Parba: Eastern States Now Seen as India’s Growth Engine. Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized on Sunday (November 24, 2024) that his government views India’s eastern region as the Nation’s growth engine, a stark contrast to the past when it was considered backward. Addressing the audience at the “Odisha Parba” event in […]
BJP’s Mohan Charan Majhi to Be Next Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, a four-time MLA, has been chosen as the new Chief Minister of Odisha by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Majhi emerged victorious in the Keonjhar assembly seat during the recently concluded Odisha assembly elections, defeating Biju Janata Dal’s Mina Majhi by a […]
Know Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, The erstwhile royalty named deputy CM of Odisha BJP MLA Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo will be one of the two Deputy Chief Ministers under Mohan Charan Majhi, the next Odisha Chief Ministers. BJP MLA Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo will be one of the two deputies to BJP’s tribal leader Mohan […]
Odisha’s first female Deputy CM of Odisha Pravati Parida — 5 things to know about the high court lawyer BJP MLAs Pravati Parida and KV Singh Deo have been chosen as the deputy chief ministers of Odisha. Here are some interesting facts about Parida, the state’s first female deputy CM. Odisha’s new government: On Tuesday, […]
