A mother's unwavering determination fueled her son Jigar's IIT dream after cancer claimed his father. Apoorva Naik's sewing machine became their lifeline, ensuring Jigar's education despite immense financial hardship. Jigar's JEE Advanced success, securing an All India Rank of 5474, is a testament to their resilience and a beacon of hope for his village.
Two Years of Mohan Majhi Govt: Gains, Gaps and the Road Ahead in Odisha
Welfare push and investment drive mark progress, but jobs, agriculture and governance challenges remain
OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: 5,989 vacancies announced- Here's how to apply
Odisha is set to recruit 5,989 Nursing Officers across all districts. Applications open June 13th, closing July 6th for registration and July 13th for submission. Candidates need a GNM/B.Sc. Nursing degree and valid registration. The selection involves a 100-mark OMR-based exam covering nursing subjects, practical skills, arithmetic, and English. Selected officers will earn between Rs 29,200 and Rs 92,300.
India 2030: The Infrastructure Revolution That Begins with People and the Power of Mathematics
India's electricity demand already exceeds 250 gigawatts and is projected to reach 400 gigawatts by 2032. AI data centre growth alone could add 13 gigawatts by 2031. Every gigawatt dedicated to AI infrastructure competes with industrial growth, urban development, and household demand. Yet hundreds of millions of Indians experience daily outages, voltage instability, or dependence on diesel backup despite nominal grid connection. India 2030: The Infrastructure Revolution That Begins with People and the Power of Mathematics The distinction matters: being connected to a grid and having continuous reliable power are two different things. Closing that gap through centralised infrastructure expansion alone would require hundreds of billions of dollars in generation, transmission, and storage investment. India's energy challenge is not only one of scale. It is one of architecture. Neutrino® Energy Group , working from a mathematical and engineering framework developed by mathematician Holger Thorsten Schubart, proposes a complementary answer: millions of intelligent decentralised infrastructure nodes, each generating continuous power at the point of consumption, collectively producing what centralised systems cannot: reliable, distributed baseload without the infrastructure chains that make expansion slow and expensive. The Negawatt Arithmetic The economic argument is numerical. One million Life Cube units operating at one kilowatt of continuous output produce one gigawatt of decentralised baseload. Ten million produce ten gigawatts. Fifty million produce fifty gigawatts. But the true value is not in the watts generated. It is in the gigawatts of centralised infrastructure that never need to be built: transmission capacity, storage systems, reserve generation, distribution reinforcement. systemic negawatt effect is not philosophical. It is the difference between affordable energy access and another generation of deferred development. The Technology The Neutrino® Energy Group's conversion systems harvest multi-channel ambient flux, including thermal gradients, electromagnetic background fields, and cosmic particle interactions, through graphene-silicon nanostructures operating as open non-equilibrium systems. The governing framework is the Schubart Master Formula : The equation describes continuous electrical output from multi-channel ambient flux integrated across active material volume, bounded by thermodynamic efficiency constraints. The output is continuous, location-independent, and requires no fuel, no moving parts, and no grid connection. Internal Monte Carlo simulations and multi-parameter evaluations indicate statistical consistency reaching 5.9 to 6.0 sigma, above the five-sigma discovery threshold conventional in modern physics. This does not assert commercial performance at industrial scale. It quantifies the internal consistency of the physical framework against established experimental physics, at a confidence level where the probability of accidental consistency is approximately one in five hundred million. The Life Cube The Life Cube is an autonomous infrastructure platform designed for target continuous output in the 1-to-1.5-kilowatt range, with integrated climate control and air-to-water purification producing 12 to 25 litres of clean drinking water per day, depending on climatic conditions. It operates without external power supply, without fuel logistics, and without grid dependency. For a remote clinic in Rajasthan, it means light, refrigerated medicines, and clean water from a single unit that arrived by road and requires no resupply. For a rural school in Bihar, it means continuous connectivity and cooling. For a village health post in Odisha, it means the gap between a nominal grid connection and actual reliable power is closed without waiting for infrastructure that may take decades to arrive. Particularly significant in India's climate is the compounding effect Schubart describes: energy produces cooling, cooling produces condensation, condensation becomes clean water. From one platform, a cycle of human development begins. India's AI Ambition and Its Energy Constraint India's stated ambition is to become a global AI power. AI infrastructure requires continuous, stable power that intermittent renewables cannot structurally guarantee. The same decentralised architecture that addresses rural energy poverty also addresses the continuous baseload requirement of AI edge computing. The Life Cube and Power Cube platforms are not alternatives to India's renewable buildout. They are the continuous-generation layer that makes that buildout complete. A Partnership, not a Sale Schubart is direct about the nature of the engagement: " I come to India not as a seller. I come as a partner. Not to take something. But to build something together ." The vision is for Indian engineers, Indian manufacturers, Indian battery specialists, Indian software developers, and Indian entrepreneurs to build this infrastructure in India. International partners contribute knowledge, co-develop platforms, and create industrial capacity that is long-term rooted in Indian industry. This is not import dependency. It is the transfer of a technology paradigm into Indian hands. " If we solve the challenges of energy, water, cooling, and connectivity together, we create far more than new infrastructure. We create new possibilities. For families. For students. For doctors. For villages. For cities. And ultimately for an entire nation ." India once gave the world the concept of zero. Perhaps India will show the world in the 21st century how billions of people can gain access to energy, water, education, and prosperity through intelligent decentralised infrastructure. The next infrastructure revolution does not begin in power plants. It begins with people and the power of mathematics. neutrino-energy.com
An Odisha cafe is revolutionizing biryani preparation with a 100% solar-powered kitchen, even operating after sunset and on cloudy days. Developed by Indian scientists, this innovative system uses a solar coil and DC-powered induction, significantly reducing fuel costs and emissions. The technology, patented in 2024, offers an eco-friendly alternative to LPG.
Odisha students perform Shakespeare in Santali at Romania festival
KIIT and KISS students stage Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet and Macbeth in Santali as Ol Chiki script marks its centenary year
Three from Odisha arrested with 6 kg ganja in Kompally
Over 11,000 people evacuated ahead of missile test in Odisha's Candipur
Residents of Balasore district in Odisha were temporarily evacuated ahead of a scheduled missile test by DRDO. Over 11,000 people from 11 hamlets near Chandipur's Integrated Test Range were moved to safety. The administration provided essential services and remuneration to the evacuees.
Rahul Kumar Behera, a mechanical engineer from Berhampur, successfully completed a challenging 50-kilometer Mountain Ultra marathon in the Sahyadri Mountains. He finished the rugged terrain race in 12 hours and 59 minutes, demonstrating exceptional stamina and resilience. Behera's dedication to endurance sports, developed over three years, has led him to aim for a 100-km ultra by December.
Odisha govt. alleges two inquiry reports went missing from CMO during Naveen Patnaik tenure
Home Department seeks FIR over disappearance of reports on Swami Laxmanananda Saraswati killing and SUM Hospital fire incident from the Chief Ministers Office
Dearness Allowance: Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh Check the full list of states that have announced DA hikes and states such as West Bengal and Himachal Pradesh, that are considering pay increases for employees.
Water Crisis Triggers Road Blockade in Odisha's Koraput; Traffic Disrupted For Hours
The protest was withdrawn after a Junior Engineer from the concerned department reached the spot and held discussions with the villagers
Odishas Para Cricketer Defies Odds, Earns India Call-Up for Sri Lanka Tournament
Driven by a strong desire to excel, Laxman devoted himself to the game and steadily progressed through the ranks. His dedication eventually earned him a place in the national setup.
Ganja smugglers pelt stones, ASR police fire two rounds in air; four caught
The smugglers, allegedly carrying ganja from Odisha, attack personnel during a vehicle check near Ramaraopalem; four held
Odisha makes rapid development stride during 12-year of Modi Government: CM Mohan Majhi
Railway projects worth 90,000 crore are at various stages of implementation in Odisha, he says
Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari drops Dham from Digha Jagannath complex after Odisha CMs letter
OTET 2026 exam rescheduled to June 28; BSE Odisha to issue admit card on THIS date
The Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) 2026 has been rescheduled by the Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha. The examination will now take place on June 28, 2026, a week later than initially planned. Candidates can download their admit cards from June 17, 2026, via the official BSE Odisha website. Ensure you have your hall ticket for entry.
Helmeted Navy Trainee Killed in Bike Crash
Police identified the deceased as Ajith K. Sathpathy, 34, from Odisha, who was riding the bike, while the injured is K.V. Ganesh, 34, from Vizag, who was the pillion rider.
Arms, explosives recovered from Maoist dump in Odisha district
The operation was carried out jointly by personnel of the District Voluntary Force and BSF following intelligence inputs obtained during the interrogation of surrendered Maoist cadres. Acting on the information, security teams launched a search operation in the area bordering Durva PS in Chhattisgarh's Bastar district and recovered the cache at around 5.30 am.
Suvendu Adhikari Backs Odisha CMs Appeal; Dham Word To Be Dropped From Digha Jagannath Complex Name
The temple complex, presently known as Digha Jagannath Dham, will be renamed as the Digha Jagannath Cultural Centre: Suvendu Adhikari
Large Cache Of Maoist Arms, Explosives Recovered In Joint BSF-DVF Operation In Odisha's Malkangiri
Security personnel also recovered Maoist literature, documents and articles of daily use from the hideouts, indicating sustained insurgent activity in the area: Reports
Security forces recover huge cache of arms, ammunition from Maoist dump in Odisha's Malkangiri
It is suspected that these explosives, along with other materials, were intended for Maoist cadres and were intended to use them against innocent civilians and security forces
OJEE result 2026: The OJEE Cell has announced the OJEE result 2026 on June 8, 2026, on the official website, ojee.nic.in. Candidates who appeared for the entrance examination can download their scorecards using their application details and login credentials. The scorecard includes marks and ranks secured in the examination and will be required during the admission process. OJEE scores are used for admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate programmes offered by institutions across Odisha.
Odisha Man Arrested for Sexual Assault and Job Fraud
Bhubaneswar, June 8: The Commissionerate Police has arrested a 36-year-old man for allegedly committing sexual assault and blackmail. According to Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Jagmohan Meena, the suspect lured a 23-year-old woman under the pretense of assisting her with a police investigation related to a job fraud case. The accused has been identified as ... Read more Odisha Man Arrested for Sexual Assault and Job Fraud
Odisha: Ex-IAS Officer's Wife Sujata Karthikeyan's BJD Entry Rumours Trigger Row
Speculation surrounding the possible political entry of former IAS officer Sujata Karthikeyan, wife of former bureaucrat-turned-politician VK Pandian, has gathered momentum with a section of senior BJD leaders openly endorsing her induction into the party.
Odisha SHG exports Amrapali mangoes to London
Maa Kalijai groups 7.5 quintal consignment highlights growing success of farmer collectives in agri-exports under PSFPO project
Two Leopard Skins, Live Bombs Seized in Odisha's Ganjam, Two Arrested
The accused were identified as Kesaba Jamadar (34) of Badagaon village under Ramagiri police limits in Gajapati district and Bira Jamadar (45) of Buratal village under Jarada police station in Ganjam district.
Odisha Vigilance Arrests Engineer for Disproportionate Assets
Bhubaneswar, June 8: The Odisha Vigilance team arrested Baikunthanath Behera, an Assistant Executive Engineer at the Integrated Tribal Development Agency (ITDA) in Kandhamal district, on Sunday for possessing assets disproportionate to his known sources of income. The investigation revealed that Behera owns properties worth crores, including a five-story building and 13 expensive plots. Additionally, cash ... Read more Odisha Vigilance Arrests Engineer for Disproportionate Assets
Odisha CM Emphasizes Sports as a Tool for Discipline and Teamwork
Bhubaneswar, June 8: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi stated that sports extend beyond winning medals and setting records. They serve as a vital medium for developing discipline, teamwork, and the ability to face challenging situations in life. He highlighted the significant role of sports in shaping the personalities of youth and contributing to the ... Read more Odisha CM Emphasizes Sports as a Tool for Discipline and Teamwork
Job Opportunities at Vikram Dev University: 110 Faculty Positions Open for Application
Bhubaneswar, June 7: Vikram Dev University in Jaypur, Koraput district, Odisha, has announced an official notification for the recruitment of 110 faculty positions across various departments. This opportunity is significant for those in the academic field, but applicants must act quickly as the deadline to apply is June 10. The available positions include 14 Professors, ... Read more Job Opportunities at Vikram Dev University: 110 Faculty Positions Open for Application
The Chief Minister inaugurated the second phase of the programme at Lokanath Dev Government High School in Kumarabasta under the Jatni Assembly constituency in Khordha district: Reports
Meet Dhiman Chakma: IAS officer suspended in Rs 10 lakh bribery case, now reinstated by Odisha govt
Odisha has reinstated 2021-batch IAS officer Dhiman Chakma. He was arrested in June 2025 for allegedly accepting a bribe. Chakma now serves as Deputy Secretary in the Revenue and Disaster Management Department. This decision follows his suspension and subsequent bail. The reinstatement has generated significant discussion online. The corruption case against him remains under investigation.
While 94% of the surveyed schools had separate toilets for girls, the lack of basic menstrual hygiene support systems, and non-availability of water and soap were cited as major hurdles
Who Is Baikuntha Behera, Odisha Engineer Found With Crores In Cash, 13 Plots
According to Vigilance records, Behera joined government service in 1999 as a junior engineer (civil) at Nabarangpur block with a monthly salary of Rs 6,000.
From Nursery to Coastline: Astarangas Mangrove Regeneration Efforts
A community-led initiative supported by Signature is restoring degraded coastal land in Astaranga, helping revive mangrove ecosystems while strengthening Odishas natural defences against climate change and coastal erosion.
A major vigilance raid on Saturday uncovered vast assets allegedly belonging to Baikuntha Nath Behera, an assistant executive engineer. The searches revealed multiple buildings, numerous plots, gold, and significant cash. The value of these properties is expected to rise as investigations continue. Behera joined government service in 1999 and was recently promoted.
Odisha Engineer Under Scanner After 2 Crore Cash, Gold Haul
The searches were conducted against Baikuntha Nath Behera following allegations that he had amassed assets disproportionate to his known sources of income
BPCL Maintains Fuel Supply as Odisha Diesel Sales Jump 9.7%
According to an official BPCL release, supply operations are functioning normally, and the company's robust logistics and distribution network continues to facilitate regular stock replenishment at retail outlets
Odisha police arrest one person from Uttar Pradesh in connection with trafficking of minor girl
The girl alleged that she was sold to two families in Jhansi and subjected to sexual assault by multiple men over a period of nearly two years.
1 dead, over 200 trees uprooted as nor'wester strikes Odisha's Bhubaneswar
A powerful nor'wester storm ravaged Bhubaneswar on Saturday evening, claiming one life and uprooting over 200 trees. High winds, reaching 100 kmph, also caused significant damage to trade fair stalls and electrical infrastructure. The storm brought a dramatic temperature drop, and authorities are warning of continued thunderstorm activity.
From Rs 6,000 Salary To Rs 2 Crore In Assets: Odisha Engineer Under Scanner
The searches, carried out across Bhubaneswar, Balasore, Jajpur and Baliguda, have also uncovered multiple luxury properties, high-value land holdings and other financial assets. The operation is still underway.
AIIMS Bhubaneswar Doctors Remove 7-Kg Giant Tumour From Womans Arm After Complex Surgeries
The patient, a daily-wage labourer from Baripada in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district, had been living with a massive Plexiform Neurofibroma affecting her left upper limb.
The state government has now increased the milling charge for raw rice from Rs 10 to Rs 20 per quintal and for parboiled rice from Rs 20 to Rs 40 per quintal: Reports
Odisha: Family Allegedly Ostracised In Odisha Village Over Opposition To Handia At Tribal Ritual
We have been facing continuous harassment. My wife was stopped from collecting water and was assaulted: Nimai Murmu
Two Years of Mohan Majhi As Odisha CM: Achievements, Challenges and the Road Ahead
However, governance has become more complex as the administration moves beyond its honeymoon period.
Odisha: Heavy rain lashes Bhubaneshwar, IMD issues state-wide warning
A severe thunderstorm hit Bhubaneshwar with heavy rain and strong winds. Although this brought relief from the summer heat but disrupted daily life. The India Meteorological Department issued a state-wide warning for Odisha. The storm brought wind speeds up to 50 km per hour. The weather change created a soothing atmosphere across the city.
Odisha Vigilance Conducts Major Raids on ITDA Engineers Properties
Bhubaneswar, June 6: The Odisha Vigilance Department launched significant operations on Saturday, targeting multiple locations linked to Baikunth Nath Behera, an Assistant Executive Engineer at the Integrated Tribal Development Agency (ITDA) in Baliguda, Kandhamal district. This action is in response to allegations of disproportionate assets exceeding his known income. The Vigilance Department obtained search warrants ... Read more Odisha Vigilance Conducts Major Raids on ITDA Engineers Properties
Weather Today LIVE: Monsoon Set To Arrive In Delhi-NCR By June-End After Weeks of Heat
Weather Updates Today: Boudh town in Odisha was the hottest place in the state, recording a maximum temperature of 41.7 degrees Celsius.
Dearness Allowance: Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, Odisha, Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh have announced DA hikes in 2026 so far. Here's a look at how much increase each state has rolled out for employees
Kangana plants tree under Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam initiative
Actor-politician Kangana Ranaut planted a sapling in Bhubaneswar on World Environment Day as part of the Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam campaign. The BJP MP expressed happiness at participating in the initiative, which encourages people to plant trees in honour of their mothers and promote environmental conservation. During her visit to Odisha, Kangana also met []
Regenerating Odishas Mangroves, Boosting Coastal Climate, and Aiding Communities Sustainably
Signatures mangrove regeneration initiative is helping revive fragile coastal ecosystems in Odisha, while supporting local communities through sustainable conservation and livelihood opportunities.
Odisha: Decomposed body of Dalit missing for a week recovered
Kendrapara (Odisha): The decomposed body of a 23-year-old Dalit man, who had been missing for over a week, was recovered from a bush in Odishas Kendrapara district on Friday, June 5, a day after a person was arrested on suspicion of murder, police said. Gouranga Sethi of Mahadeipatana village had been missing since May 27. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Odisha Launches Recovery Drive Against Mine Owner Over Rs 72 crore Dues
Officials inspected and assessed the value of the mine owner's residential property, land holdings and other assets as part of the recovery proceedings. Sources said certain land parcels were taken into administrative possession during the operation
Odisha: Debashish Samantaray Files Nomination For RS Bypoll As BJP Candidate
The Rajya Sabha by-election, scheduled for June 18, was necessitated following the vacancy created in Odisha's representation in the Upper House
MLAYA KICKBOXERS WIN NINE MEDALS AT JUNIOR NATL CSHIP
By Our Reporter Shillong, June 4: Meghalayas young kickboxers delivered an impressive performance at the Junior Boys and Girls National Kickboxing Championship, returning home with nine medals, including three gold, three silver and three bronze, from the competition held in Khurda, Odisha, from May 30 to June 3. The Meghalaya contingent was coached by Daniella []
Odishas 460-Kilometer Coastal Region Critical for National Security, Says DGP Vinayatosh Mishra
Bhubaneswar, June 5: The Director General of Police (DGP) of the Crime Investigation Department, Vinayatosh Mishra, made a significant statement regarding the security of Odishas coastline. He emphasized that the 460-kilometer long coastal area is extremely sensitive not only for the state but for the entire country. While addressing reporters, DGP Mishra stated, The marine ... Read more Odishas 460-Kilometer Coastal Region Critical for National Security, Says DGP Vinayatosh Mishra
BRICS Disaster Risk Reduction Meeting Opens In Puri
Odisha showcases global disaster management model
BJP Nominates Debashish Samantaray For Odisha Rajya Sabha Bypoll
The BJP Central Election Committee announced Samantaray's candidature for the June 18 bypoll, which was necessitated following his resignation from the Rajya Sabha and subsequent exit from the BJD.
NGT Orders Criminal Action, Probe Into Alleged Illegal Sand Mining in Odishas Rushikulya River
The Tribunal has directed that the committee be formed within two weeks and submit its findings within one month of its constitution
BJP Announces Candidates for Rajya Sabha Elections 2026, Including Tarun Chugh
New Delhi, June 4: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has officially announced its candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha biennial elections in 2026, as well as for the Rajya Sabha by-election in Odisha. The partys central election committee has approved the selection of candidates from various states. This list features both seasoned leaders and fresh ... Read more BJP Announces Candidates for Rajya Sabha Elections 2026, Including Tarun Chugh
Odisha Twin Rejects IIT Bombay CSE Seat To Study With Brother At IIT Madras
Maharuf and Masroor, twin brothers who studied together, secured AIR 32 and AIR 169 respectively in JEE Advanced 2026.
Odisha explores digital donation platform for devotees of Puri Jagannath temple
The proposal also includes discussions on tax exemption and cyber fraud safeguards
SIR anomalies: Odisha uses panchnama, what about Telangana?
Hyderabad: Odisha, where the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls is taking place, has adopted the panchnama route to resolve anomalies, however, it is not clear what process will be adopted in Telangana. In the panchnama route, signatures of persons in the locality may be taken to resolve anomalies in the mapping. Classification of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
J&K has 27.55 million tonnes of lignite resources
Ranks ahead of Kerala, Odisha, West Bengal Ovaise Gul Srinagar, Jun 03: Jammu and Kashmir possesses an estimated 27.55 million tonnes of lignite resources, reveals a report compiled by the Ministry of Coal, Government of India. According to the report, released by the Ministry of Coal, the latest inventory of Geological Resources of IndianCoal, indicating J&Kslignite reserves comprise 20.25 million tonnes under the indicated category and 7.30 million tonnes under inferred resources, while no measured reserves have been reported in the Union Territory. Although J&Ks share in the countrys total lignite resources remains relatively small, the presence of over 27 million tonnes of deposits highlights the regions potential for future exploration and energy-related development. Indias total lignite resources have been estimated at 47,370.54 million tonnes. Tamil Nadu accounts for the largest share with 37,523.65 million tonnes, followed by Rajasthan with 6,661.17 million tonnes and Gujarat with 2,722.05 million tonnes. Other states and Union Territories reporting lignite resources include Puducherry, Kerala, Odisha and West Bengal. According to the report, J&K ranks ahead of Kerala, Odisha and West Bengal in terms of total lignite resources, though its reserves are significantly lower than those of the major lignite-producing states. Lignite, commonly known as brown coal, is primarily used for electricity generation and industrial applications. Experts note that detailed exploration and technological assessments would be necessary to determine the commercial viability of J&Ks deposits. The latest figures form part of the national assessment of coal and lignite resources undertaken to support long-term energy planning and resource management across the country.
Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad Raises Concerns Over Education Reforms and NEET Implementation
New Delhi, June 3: Dr. Virendra Singh Solanki, the National General Secretary of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad, addressed a press conference following the National Executive Council meeting held in Bhubaneswar. He highlighted several key issues concerning the organization. The meeting took place from May 29 to 31 in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, with participation from student ... Read more Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad Raises Concerns Over Education Reforms and NEET Implementation
New Delhi [India], June 3 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday highlighted a series of key decisions taken by the Union Cabinet, saying the measures would boost infrastructure, strengthen regional connectivity, support airlines and help reduce pollution in the Delhi-NCR region. In a series of posts on X, the Prime Minister said the Cabinet had approved a landmark two-year scheme aimed at reducing air pollution in the Delhi-NCR region and promoting cleaner mobility. The Union Cabinet has approved a scheme that will work towards reducing pollution in the Delhi-NCR region and promote cleaner mobility. The scheme will improve air quality, support sustainable transport and benefit vehicle owners, Modi said. The scheme, approved by the Union Cabinet and funded through the National Capital Region Planning Board (NCRPB) under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, has a total financial outlay of Rs 9,585 crore, including Rs 5,041 crore from the Centre and an estimated Rs.1,601 crore in tax concessions from the participating States. It seeks to incentivise owners of BS-IV or older trucks and buses in Delhi-NCR to replace them with BS-VI-compliant or electric vehicles to significantly reduce vehicular emissions. The Prime Minister also welcomed Cabinet approval for a one-time budgetary support mechanism of up to Rs 10,000 crore for Oil Marketing Companies to stabilise ATF prices for Indian airlines amid ongoing fuel price volatility triggered by the West Asia crisis. Cabinet approval for a one-time support mechanism to ensure greater stability in ATF prices for Indian airlines will help maintain affordable air connectivity, support airline operations and reduce the burden on passengers, Modi said, adding that the measure would strengthen connectivity to Tier-II and Tier-III cities while supporting tourism and employment. Highlighting infrastructure decisions, Modi said approval had been granted to upgrade the Khagaria-Purnea section of NH-31 and NH-231 in Bihar to four lanes. Our government is continuously striving to further strengthen connectivity across the country. In this direction, taking an important decision, approval has been granted to upgrade the Khagaria-Purnia section of NH-31 and NH-231 in Bihar to 4 lanes. This will greatly benefit the people of the entire state, especially those in Khagaria, Bhagalpur, Katihar, and Purnia. This project will not only save travel time and fuel, but will also give a new momentum to all-round development in this region, he said. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved the 143.529-km project on BOT (Toll) mode at a cost of Rs 3,936.05 crore. The project is expected to address severe geometric deficiencies, sharp curves, and congestion in built-up areas across Khagaria, Bhagalpur, Katihar and Purnia districts. In Madhya Pradesh, the Prime Minister said the Cabinet had approved the upgradation of the Hiwarkhedi-Roshni-Ashapur-Rudhy section of NH-347B to two lanes and the widening of the Deshgaon-Julwaniya section to four lanes. In a significant step towards further improving connectivity in Madhya Pradesh, our government has taken an important decision today. Under this, approval has been granted to upgrade the Hivarkhedi-Roshni-Ashapur-Rudhi section of NH-347B in the state to 2 lanes, along with converting the Deshgav-Julvania section from 2 lanes to 4 lanes. This will not only make travel easier for people and boost regional connectivity, but will also accelerate social and economic development, PM Modi posted. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved the project at a cost of Rs 4,415.60 crore on Hybrid Annuity Mode (HAM), aimed at reducing congestion and geometric deficiencies in districts including Betul, Khandwa, Khargone and Barwani. PM Modi also highlighted Cabinet approval for widening key National Highway stretches in Telangana connecting Armoor, Jagtial, Mancherial and Karimnagar. Boost to Basic Infrastructure in Telangana! The Union Cabinet has approved the expansion of key national highway routes connecting Armoor, Jagtial, Mancherial, and Karimnagar in Telangana. This will not only improve connectivity but also reduce travel time and traffic congestion. It will also provide a boost to economic activities, he said. The Telangana highway project, approved at a combined cost of Rs 7,597.16 crore, will widen 190.76 km of NH-63 on Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM) and Jagtial-Karimnagar Section of National Highway (NH)-563 on Build-Operate-Transfer (Toll) [BOT (Toll)] to the 4-lane standard under three work packages. PM Modi further highlighted another cabinet decision regarding construction of a new coastal Highway from Rameshwar to Paradeep on Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM) in Odisha under two packages with a combined total length of 160.18 km and a combined total capital cost of Rs.8300.79 crore. The approval for the construction of a new coastal highway from Rameshwar to Paradeep in Odisha will improve connectivity across Khordha, Puri, Kendrapada and Jagatsinghpur districts while significantly reducing travel time. This modern project will strengthen logistics, support tourism and economic activity and provide safer and seamless connectivity for passengers as well as freight traffic. At the same time, coastal development will be enhanced, the Prime Minister posted. (ANI)
NHRC issues notice to Odisha, U.P. over trafficking and assault of tribal minor
Rights body seeks action-taken report within two weeks on Dhenkanal girl held, sold in Jhansi
Two Odisha men held, 39 kg of ganja seized in Chittoor
Police teams seize ganja stocks concealed in specially fabricated secret compartments inside an SUV while conducting vehicle checks near Varigapalli Junction
Odisha Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj assures Action on Journalists Demands
The minister expressed concern over the growing influence of TRP-driven journalism and emphasized the need for constructive, development-oriented and ethical reporting
Cabinet approves construction of new coastal Rameshwar-Paradeep highway in Odisha
The project section of the new coastal highway passes through Khurda, Puri, Kendrapada and Jagatsinghpur districts of Odisha
Puri hosts the BRICS Disaster Risk Reduction Working Group meeting. Delegates from member nations gather to discuss disaster mitigation strategies. The session focuses on financing, infrastructure, and response. Odisha's disaster management model is highlighted. This event marks India's presidency in BRICS DRR. Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi will join the meet on Thursday.
QR codes on rice bags: Centre widens grain-tracking pilot to 3 states
The Centre is expanding its QR tagging system for Food Corporation of India foodgrain bags. This initiative will cover Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Odisha in the current marketing season. The system will digitally trace each grain bag from miller to beneficiary. This aims to enhance accountability within the Public Distribution System.
Odisha Forest Official Suspended After Elephant Killing Incident
Bhubaneswar, June 3: In a significant development, a forest official has been suspended following the tragic killing of an elephant in the Dhenkanal forest division of Odisha. The Regional Chief Conservator of Forests (RCCF) in Angul has taken action against the forester in Hindol, issuing a suspension due to negligence in duty. The incident occurred ... Read more Odisha Forest Official Suspended After Elephant Killing Incident
Odisha Government Introduces High-Tech Land Registration System to Combat Corruption
Bhubaneswar, June 2: The Odisha government is taking significant steps to enhance the transparency, accountability, and integrity of its land registration process. Soon, all registration offices in the state will be equipped with an artificial intelligence (AI)-based smart surveillance system and state-of-the-art CCTV cameras. The primary goal is to curb the activities of middlemen and ... Read more Odisha Government Introduces High-Tech Land Registration System to Combat Corruption
Odisha Expands Reservation for Technical and Professional Education
Bhubaneswar, June 2: The Odisha government has made a significant decision to increase reservations for Scheduled Tribes (ST), Scheduled Castes (SC), and Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) students in technical and professional education. This new reservation policy will take effect from the 2026-27 academic session, benefiting students seeking admission in various professional courses, including ... Read more Odisha Expands Reservation for Technical and Professional Education
IAF, DRDO conduct successful flight tests of RudraM-II Air-to-Surface missile
New Delhi [India], June 2 : The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Air Force (IAF) on Tuesday successfully conducted flight tests of the RudraM-II air-to-surface missile from an SU-30 MKI fighter jet. The tests were carried out under extreme release conditions and along a critical trajectory, demonstrating the capability of all the Anti-Radiation Missiles subsystems. According to the Ministry of Defence, the missile successfully guided itself to a predefined target after launch and struck it with pinpoint accuracy. All trial objectives were achieved, as confirmed by flight data collected through various range instruments deployed by the Integrated Test Range (ITR) at Chandipur, Odisha. RudraM-II is an indigenously developed, solid-propellant air-launched missile designed for air-to-surface missions. The weapon is intended to neutralise a wide range of enemy assets and incorporates several advanced indigenous technologies developed by various DRDO laboratories. The missile has been developed by Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Hyderabad, the nodal DRDO laboratory for the project, in collaboration with other DRDO facilities including the Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL), High Energy Materials Research Laboratory (HEMRL), Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE), and ITR. Several Development-cum-Production Partners (DcPPs), along with agencies such as Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), the Regional Centre for Military Airworthiness (RCMA), the Missile System Quality Assurance Agency (MSQAA), and other industry partners, also contributed to the programme. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lauded the efforts of DRDO, the IAF, defence public sector undertakings, industry partners and other stakeholders involved in the project, the MoD statement added. He stated that the tests have demonstrated the growing maturity of indigenous defence technologies, contributing significantly to Aatmanirbharta in advanced weapon systems. Secretary, Department of Defence R&D and Chairman DRDO also congratulated all teams associated with the programme for the successful achievement. The latest tests mark another milestone in Indias efforts to strengthen its indigenous missile capabilities. In May 2024, DRDO had successfully flight-tested the RudraM-II missile from a Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter aircraft off the coast of Odisha. The trial met all objectives and validated the missiles propulsion system as well as its control and guidance algorithms. The missiles performance during the 2024 trial was assessed through data collected by electro-optical systems, radar and telemetry stations deployed by ITR Chandipur at multiple locations, including an onboard ship. Earlier, on May 2, 2024, DRDO had successfully flight-tested Indias first indigenously developed New Generation Anti-Radiation Missile (NGARM), also known as RudraM-I, at the Chandan Range in Rajasthan. The missile achieved its intended range and struck the target with a miss distance of just five metres. The test successfully demonstrated the operation of the missiles warhead during the terminal phase of flight. Launched from a Sukhoi-30MKI aircraft of the IAF, the missile accurately navigated towards its target before the warhead detonated and destroyed it. The trial validated several key technologies, including safe weapon separation from the aircraft, the dual-pulse solid propulsion system, guidance and control algorithms, electro-mechanical actuation systems, the end-game processor based on laser altimeter measurements, and the safe-arm mechanism used for warhead detonation. RudraM-I has been designed primarily for Suppression of Enemy Air Defences (SEAD) missions. Developed by DRDL, Hyderabad, as the nodal laboratory, the project received support from several DRDO laboratories including RCI, Advanced Systems Laboratory (ASL), Defence Electronics Research Laboratory (DLRL), ARDE, HEMRL, Instruments Research and Development Establishment (IRDE), ITR, and Terminal Ballistics Research Laboratory (TBRL), along with multiple industry partners. (ANI)
BJD Forms Fact-Finding Team to Investigate Custodial Death in Odisha
Bhubaneswar, June 2: The opposition party Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has established a fact-finding team to investigate the custodial death of a 32-year-old differently-abled man at the Kabisuryanagar police station in Ganjam district, Odisha. According to a statement released by the party, the team will visit the victims ancestral village and meet with family members ... Read more BJD Forms Fact-Finding Team to Investigate Custodial Death in Odisha
Stray Dogs Occupying Hospital Beds in Odisha Sparks Outrage Over Facility Management
Viral video from Keonjhar facility raises questions on sanitation and supervision.
President, PM to attend second anniversary celebrations of Odisha's BJP Government on June 20
A grand public meeting will be organised in Rairangpur, the hometown of President Murmu, to mark the occasion, said the statement issued by the Chief Minister's Office on June 2
Tigress Zeenat gives birth to four cubs in Similipal
Forest Department takes special measures to ensure safety of mother and cubs, and their movements are being continuously monitored, says Odisha CM Mohan Majhi
Congress on Tuesday claimed that Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh governments have formed task forces. These bodies aim to institutionalize the RSS role in implementing PESA and FRA laws. Congress states this subverts the democratic structure of these laws. Odisha is expected to be the third state to form such task forces. The party alleges the essential character of these acts is being sabotaged.
In Odisha, one in five women face domestic violence; one in four children stunted: NFHS-6
One in five women face partner violence and one in four children are stunted in Odisha, according to the latest NFHS-6 survey, which also flags low female economic participation and a steep rise in C-section deliveries as key concerns for the State
Odisha Makes Electric Vehicles Mandatory for Official Use; New Procurement Rules Take Effect
The decision comes at a time of fluctuating global energy prices and growing concerns over fuel costs, exacerbated by geopolitical uncertainties in several parts of the world.
INSAT-3DS Captures 1,600-km Thunderstorm Belt From Rajasthan To Telangana
The satellite imagery reveals dense cloud clusters over Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Telangana, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, West Bengal, Jharkhand and parts of southern India.
Representatives from 11 countries to take part in BRICS meet in Odishas Puri from June 3-5
India had chaired the first technical meeting of the BRICS Disaster Risk Reduction Working Group, held virtually in April, to advance a shared agenda on disaster resilience
BRICS meet in Puri from June 3-5 to see representatives from 11 countries
Odisha will host the second BRICS Disaster Risk Reduction technical meeting in Puri from June 3 to 5. Representatives from 11 countries will attend. The state was chosen for its disaster preparedness. Discussions will focus on financing, infrastructure, and traditional knowledge. India is chairing this year's BRICS presidency.
Odisha to Host BRICS Disaster Risk Reduction Conference
Bhubaneswar, June 2: Odishas Revenue and Disaster Management Minister, Suresh Pujari, announced on Monday that the state has been selected to host the first in-person technical meeting of the BRICS Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) working group. This recognition comes due to Odishas internationally acknowledged expertise in disaster preparedness and cyclone management. The National Disaster Management ... Read more Odisha to Host BRICS Disaster Risk Reduction Conference
Man dies after alleged custodial torture in Odisha; three police personnel suspended
The BJD alleged that nine custodial deaths were reported in the past year matching the total number recorded over the preceding four years
Odisha Seeks Enhanced Central Support to Strengthen Mining Sector
Bhubaneswar, June 2: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Chandra Majhi held a high-level meeting on Monday with G. Kishan Reddy, the Union Minister for Coal and Mines, at the Lok Seva Bhawan. During the meeting, he requested increased central support to bolster the states mining sector and enhance Odishas contribution to the national economy. The Chief ... Read more Odisha Seeks Enhanced Central Support to Strengthen Mining Sector
Viral Video Shows Odisha Youth Being Assaulted Before Alleged Abduction; Missing For Five Days
According to the victim's family, Gouranga was allegedly attacked by a group of men following a dispute related to the alleged vandalism of a vehicle.
