In a bid to improve workplace efficiency, the Finance Department of Odisha has mandated a biometric attendance recording system for all its employees. As per the new order, every employee is required to punch in and out daily and maintain a minimum of 7.5 hours at the office. This move is part of a broader…
Return of Pucca Houses The Union government granted over 6.5 lakh pucca houses to Odisha between 2016 and 2024, but these have been returned. Panchayati Raj Minister Rabi Narayan Naik revealed this in the Odisha Assembly on Tuesday, responding to a question from MLA Manas Dutta. Reasons for Return The previous BJD government failed to…
Massive Raid Uncovers Wealth On Tuesday, Odisha Vigilance officials arrested Rama Chandra Mishra, the Joint Excise Commissioner of Bhubaneswar, following the discovery of substantial assets disproportionate to his known income. Mishra’s arrest came after simultaneous raids conducted by Vigilance teams on Monday, revealing an array of properties and assets, including six multi-storey buildings, two flats…
Opening the Ratna Bhandar After 46 Years The Ratna Bhandar, the treasury of Odisha’s iconic Jagannath Temple in Puri, was recently opened after 46 years, sparking allegations of theft. Reports suggest that valuables may have been stolen, leading to an investigation. Suspicions of Theft A government-formed committee member, tasked with maintaining the inventory of the…
Optimism Post NITI Aayog Meeting Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi returned from New Delhi on Monday after attending the NITI Aayog meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Following his return, CM Majhi expressed strong confidence that the proposals he presented at the meeting would be implemented, leading to significant development in Odisha over…
Significant Developments Unveiled During his maiden visit to Paradip Port Authority (PPA), T.K. Ramachandran, Secretary of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), inaugurated and laid the foundation for several key projects totalling over Rs 13 crore. This visit marks a substantial step forward in enhancing the port’s infrastructure and services. Inauguration of Trauma…
Celebrating Handloom and Artisans Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in the 112th episode of his radio program ‘Mann Ki Baat,’ emphasized the significance of handloom and the work of artisans across India, giving a special mention to Odisha’s Sambalpuri saree. He praised the dedication of handloom artisans and their efforts to popularize handloom products nationwide. Modi…
512 MoUs Signed, only 30 Executed The Odisha government signed 512 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with various industries over the last five years, aiming to boost investment in the state. However, only 30 of these projects have been partially or fully executed, revealed Industries Minister Sampad Swain in the Assembly on Friday. Proposed Investments and…
Suspicions Raised by Duplicate Keys and Unlocked Chests Justice Biswanath Rath, Chairman of the Puri Srimandir Ratna Bhandar Inspection Committee, made some startling revelations about the Ratna Bhandar during an exclusive interview with OTV on Thursday. Justice Rath narrated his experience inspecting the treasure trove, highlighting significant issues, including the presence of duplicate keys and…
On Thursday, the Odisha government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, presented its first budget for the fiscal year 2024-25, amounting to Rs 2.65 trillion. This budget, which is 15% higher than the previous year’s allocation, focuses heavily on agriculture and women empowerment. Major Allocations and Renamed Schemes Chief Minister Majhi, who…
