The Odisha government is implementing policies aimed at leveraging its extensive coastline to boost deep-sea fishing and expand shrimp farming, targeting significant growth in the blue economy.
The Odisha government has launched Samarthya 2026, a short film festival aimed at promoting stories of individuals with disabilities, encouraging filmmakers to showcase their journeys.
Odisha’s police are set to destroy all seized cannabis stored in police facilities this year, as part of a comprehensive anti-drug initiative aimed at addressing storage issues and enhancing security.
The Odisha government has introduced revised regulations for private elementary schools, requiring the acquisition of Opening Permission and a Certificate of Recognition under the RCFCE Act while eliminating the need for Essentiality Certificates.
Jitendra Haripal, the renowned Sambalpuri folk singer and Padma Shri recipient, has been granted a house under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) 2.0, addressing his urgent housing needs.
Ajit Kumar Shasany has been appointed as the vice-chancellor of the Central University of Odisha, Koraput, for a five-year term, as announced by the Ministry of Education.
Two separate road accidents in Odisha resulted in four fatalities late Friday night, prompting police investigations into both incidents.
The Khordha District and Sessions Court has accepted a revision petition regarding alleged helicopter misuse during Naveen Patnaik’s tenure as Chief Minister, requiring responses by July 15.
The Odisha government has taken strict measures against OMHS cadre doctors who have been on strike since July 1, freezing their salaries and warning of termination for contractual staff.
Odisha’s government is advancing its initiative to enhance youth employability by securing land for two new World Skill Centers in Berhampur and Sambalpur, backed by a ₹278 crore budget allocation.
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