Odisha Pays Tribute to Utkal Gourav Madhusudan Das on His 177th Birth Anniversary

Leaders and Citizens Unite in Tribute Across Odisha, political leaders, cultural organisations, and citizens came together on Monday to pay homage to Utkal Gourav Madhusudan Das on his 177th birth anniversary. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik, and leaders from various parties participated in floral tribute ceremonies at Raj Bhavan Square…

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Odisha’s Public Sector Companies Contribute Over ₹205 Crore in Dividends, Boosting State Development

State-Owned Enterprises Deliver Strong Financial Returns In a significant show of financial strength and operational efficiency, four of Odisha’s public sector undertakings (PSUs) have collectively contributed over ₹205 crore in dividends to the state exchequer. This includes impressive contributions from the Odisha Power Generation Corporation (OPGC) and the Odisha Hydro Power Corporation (OHPC), which delivered ₹111.82 crore and ₹92.21 crore respectively for the…

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Odisha Approves ₹1,191.47 Crore Renewable Energy Projects in Major Policy Push

SWC Grants Green Light to 149.97 MW of Clean Energy Projects Under State’s 2022 Policy In a significant step toward its green energy ambitions, the 10th Single Window Committee (SWC) meeting chaired by Vishal Kumar Dev, Principal Secretary of Odisha’s Energy Department, granted in principle approval to seven renewable energy (RE) projects valued at ₹1,191.47 crore. The announcement signals Odisha’s growing…

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Bridging the Future: Odisha’s Iconic T-Setu to Pass the Torch

A River Crossed, A Region Transformed In December 2021, Odisha witnessed a landmark moment in its infrastructure journey with the inauguration of the T-Setu Bridge over the mighty Mahanadi River. Spanning 3.4 kilometers in Cuttack district, this engineering marvel is not just the state’s longest bridge but also a symbol of connectivity, resilience, and socio-economic…

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Odisha Acts on University Vacancies: Over 1,350 Teaching Posts to Be Filled Under New Legislation

A Bold Step Toward Academic Excellence With a clear commitment to revitalize its higher education ecosystem, the Government of Odisha has launched an ambitious recruitment drive to fill a staggering 1,353 vacant teaching posts across state-run universities. This major initiative comes under the framework of the New Odisha University Amendment Act, a forward-thinking legislative reform…

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Odisha Leads the Way: AI Training and Digital Governance Set a New Benchmark

AI for a Transparent and Efficient Tomorrow Artificial Intelligence is no longer a distant future—it is a present-day tool revolutionizing everything from healthcare to agriculture, and now, governance. As governments around the world seek smarter, faster, and more transparent ways to serve citizens, AI is emerging as a powerful ally. By enabling data-driven decisions, predictive…

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Highway to Growth: Nitin Gadkari to Launch ₹5,000 Crore Road Projects in Odisha

Building the Foundation for a New Odisha Odisha is stepping into a new era of infrastructural transformation. Historically known for its cultural richness and natural resources, the state has long grappled with connectivity gaps that have hampered its full economic potential. Over the past few years, the central government has been increasingly focusing on bridging…

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Odisha Approves 2,500 New Home Guard Posts: A Strategic Push Towards Security and Employment

Strengthening Policing, Tackling Unemployment In a notable development aimed at reinforcing grassroots law enforcement and addressing the state’s employment concerns, the Odisha government has approved the creation of 2,500 new Home Guard posts, taking the total sanctioned strength to 20,175. The move was officially approved by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday and marks…

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Rumbles Within the BJD: Senior MLA Warns Against Party ‘Hijack’ Amid Internal Strains

BJD’s Legacy and Leadership Under Naveen Patnaik The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has long stood as a dominant political force in Odisha, carving its identity through regional pride, social justice, and welfare-centric governance. Formed in 1997 by Naveen Patnaik, son of the legendary Biju Patnaik, the party has enjoyed unbroken electoral success for over two…

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