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132nd Durand Cup: Bodoland FC end campaign with historic win over Odisha FC Bodoland FC ended their maiden campaign in the Durand Cup campaign with a historic 2-1 win over Odisha FC, their first win in the 132nd edition of the prestigious tournament here on Saturday. Playing their final Group F fixture of the 132nd Durand Cup at Kokrajhar’s SAI Stadium, the home side rode on second-half strikes by Maneshwar Mushahary and Cameroonian Zacharie Mbenda to come from behind and register a famous and memorable win. Pungte Lapung had scored first to give Odisha t...
132nd Durand Cup: Bodoland FC end campaign with historic win over Odisha FC
132nd Durand Cup: Bodoland FC end campaign with historic win over Odisha FC
Source: IANS
20/08/2023 11:33:58 AM
Odisha CM sanctions Madhu Babu pension for additional 4.13 L people  Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has sanctioned Madhu Babu pension for additional 4.13 applicants at one go. Considering the grievances received during the visit of officials of Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) to districts across the state, and the feedback received from 'Mo Sarkar', the Chief Minister has included more people under the social security scheme—Madhu Babu Pension Yojana (MBPY). With this, the target of Madhu Babu Pension Yojana has been enhance...
Odisha CM sanctions Madhu Babu pension for additional 4.13 L people
Odisha CM sanctions Madhu Babu pension for additional 4.13 L people
Source: IANS
7/08/2023 3:04:45 PM
India says Petrochina, other global oil companies keen to build SPRs  Chinese oil major Petrochina is among global companies that have shown interest in building new strategic petroleum reserves (SPRs) in India, the country's junior oil minister said on Thursday. During two roadshows held to seek private investment for building the SPRs, global companies, including BP, Shell and traders Trafigura, Vitol, Glencore, Vopak and KNOC showed interest, Rameswar Teli said. India, the world's third-biggest oil importer and consumer, has 5.55 million ...
India says Petrochina, other global oil companies keen to build SPRs
India says Petrochina, other global oil companies keen to build SPRs
Source: Reuters
3/08/2023 5:45:49 PM
Silicon Power to invest $121.7 million for silicon carbide plant in India's Odisha state U.S.-based Silicon Power Group will invest 10 billion rupees ($121.73 million) to set up a facility in India's Odisha state to make 150 millimetre silicon carbide, a semiconductor component, the state's chief minister's office said late Thursday. The investment will be made by the group's Indian unit, RiR Power Electronics, and the company has committed to start operations in the next 18 to 24 monthe chief minister's office said in a statement. Silicon carbide is a c...
Silicon Power to invest $121.7 million for silicon carbide plant in India's Odisha state
Silicon Power to invest $121.7 million for silicon carbide plant in India's Odisha state
Source: Reuters
28/07/2023 9:49:47 AM
With Rs 1,000 cr investment US-based firm to set up silicon carbide manufacturing facility in Odisha US-based Silicon Power Group has proposed to set up a 150 mm silicon carbide manufacturing facility in Odisha with an investment of Rs 1,000 crore. The investment will be made by the group's Indian Subsidiary, RiR Power Electronics, Odisha Chief Minister's Office (CMO) said on Thursday. Harshad Mehta, promoter of the group and an electronics and semiconductor industry veteran with four decades of leadership experience, has submitted a letter of intent to the delegation of Odisha...
With Rs 1,000 cr investment US-based firm to set up silicon carbide manufacturing facility in Odisha
With Rs 1,000 cr investment US-based firm to set up silicon carbide manufacturing facility in Odisha
Source: IANS
27/07/2023 2:12:41 PM
IRCTC travel insurance: Passengers now automatically covered, can opt out too From opting in for Rs 10 lakh personal accident insurance cover, the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd (IRCTC) has now changed the scheme to allow the option to opt out. In other words, passengers booking their train tickets on the IRCTC portal are now automatically provided insurance cover for Rs 10 lakh, a senior insurance industry official told IANS preferring anonymity. Those not wanting the insurance cover have to opt out by clicking the appropriate button. Cur...
IRCTC travel insurance: Passengers now automatically covered, can opt out too
IRCTC travel insurance: Passengers now automatically covered, can opt out too
Source: IANS
18/07/2023 9:38:20 AM
Single window authority in Odisha approves 11 projects worth Rs 3266 cr The State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA) of Odisha government on Monday approved 11 industrial projects worth Rs 3,266 crore. If grounded, these projects will generate employment opportunities for over 9,000 people. The approved projects will be set up across various the state, including in Balasore, Bolangir, Kalhandi, Khurda and Jajpur districts, officials said. According to the officials, Himadri Speciality Chemical Limited will set up its first chemical manufacturi...
Single window authority in Odisha approves 11 projects worth Rs 3266 cr
Single window authority in Odisha approves 11 projects worth Rs 3266 cr
Source: IANS
11/07/2023 10:10:50 AM
Sr Women's Football Nationals: Manipur beat Bengal 3-2; Railways, Haryana win Defending champions Manipur, Railways and Haryana won their respective preliminary league matches in the Final Round of the Senior Women's National Football Championship 2022-23 at various grounds here on Sunday. Manipur, who had defeated Odisha in the final to win the NFC when it was last held in 2018-19, prevailed over strong contender Bengal 3-2 in a Group B game here at the GNDU Main Ground. Skipper Ngangom Bala Devi opened the scoring for Manipur in the 17th minute and Serto Ly...
Sr Women's Football Nationals: Manipur beat Bengal 3-2; Railways, Haryana win
Sr Women's Football Nationals: Manipur beat Bengal 3-2; Railways, Haryana win
Source: IANS
19/06/2023 10:57:25 AM
'This is just the start, I want to achieve much more', says Uttam Singh Charismatic leader and Jugraj Singh Upcoming Player of the Year Awardee Uttam Singh spoke about his journey from picking up a hockey stick to lifting the Junior Men's Asia Cup Trophy when he appeared on Hockey te Charcha - a podcast series initiated by Hockey India. Born to a modest family, Uttam grew up in Karampur district in Uttar Pradesh, before he moved to Ludhiana Hockey Academy to pursue his passion for hockey. "My family used to live in a house made of mud and clay till 20...
'This is just the start, I want to achieve much more', says Uttam Singh
'This is just the start, I want to achieve much more', says Uttam Singh
Source: IANS
14/06/2023 3:58:31 PM
Odisha Government confident public debt to stay within limit of 25% of GSDP The debt level of Odisha is now within the stipulated limit and it is expected to increase by 4 per cent by the end of financial year 2026-27, according to the status paper published by the Odisha Finance department on public debt. As per the report, the total outstanding public debt of the state as per the revised estimate for the financial year 2022-23 stood at Rs 97,037 crore, which is 12.7 per cent of the State's Gross Domestic Product (GSDP). Over the next three years, total pu...
Odisha Government confident public debt to stay within limit of 25% of GSDP
Odisha Government confident public debt to stay within limit of 25% of GSDP
Source: IANS
11/06/2023 12:28:40 PM
Reforms in coal, mining sector led to increased revenues : Pralhad Joshi Union minister Pralhad Joshi has said state revenues have improved and production of coal and other minerals increased significantly on the back of reforms taken by the government in the coal and mining sectors. He stated in the last 9 years of the Modi government, there have been various reforms in the whole coal and mining sector. Country is moving towards Atmanirbharta. 2014 onwards, the first-come-first-serve system was totally removed and a transparent auction regime was set in place and...
Reforms in coal, mining sector led to increased revenues : Pralhad Joshi
Reforms in coal, mining sector led to increased revenues : Pralhad Joshi
Source: Accord Fintech
8/06/2023 10:26:40 AM
Odisha train tragedy: Chiranjeevi, Jr NTR express grief, call for blood donation  Telugu superstars Chiranjeevi and Junior NTR have expressed condolences over the Odisha train tragedy in which at least 233 persons died and 900 injured. Chiranjeevi stated: "Utterly shocked at the tragic Coromandel express accident in Orissa and the huge loss of lives! My heart goes out to the bereaved families." "I understand there is an urgent demand for blood units to save lives. Appeal to all our fans and good samaritans in the nearby areas to extend all possib...
Odisha train tragedy: Chiranjeevi, Jr NTR express grief, call for blood donation
Odisha train tragedy: Chiranjeevi, Jr NTR express grief, call for blood donation
Source: IANS
3/06/2023 11:20:05 AM
Odisha government announces new rural housing scheme 'Mo Ghara'  Ahead of the 2024 Assembly and Lok Sabha elections, the Odisha government on Monday announced a new rural housing scheme 'Mo Ghara'. Approximately 4 lakh people will be covered under the new scheme for which the government will bear Rs 2150 crore over a period of two years. On the occasion of completion of the fourth year of the fifth term of his government, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Monday chaired his cabinet meeting, in which 18 important proposals including the &...
Odisha government announces new rural housing scheme 'Mo Ghara'
Odisha government announces new rural housing scheme 'Mo Ghara'
Source: IANS
29/05/2023 5:01:49 PM
Work for metro rail project in Bhubaneswar likely to start by December Work for the much-talked-about metro rail project in Bhubaneswar capital region will start by the end of next December, a senior state government official said on Friday. The metro rail system for Bhubaneswar capital region has been sanctioned by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik and Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has been engaged as the consultant for the project, state Housing and Urban Development Secretary G. Mathi Vathanan told reporters. "Survey for the project is almost com...
Work for metro rail project in Bhubaneswar likely to start by December
Work for metro rail project in Bhubaneswar likely to start by December
Source: IANS
27/05/2023 11:08:18 AM
Jio 5G services network covers all dists of Odisha  Jio 5G service is now available in all district headquarters as well as over 200 major cities and towns across Odisha, a company official said on Tuesday. "Jio is the operator of choice for mobile users in the state and the most loved technology brand, and this launch is a testament to Jio's continued commitment to the people of Odisha, especially the youth," said a Jio spokesperson. By rolling out the 5G services at a rapid pace across Odisha, Jio aims to strengthen...
Jio 5G services network covers all dists of Odisha
Jio 5G services network covers all dists of Odisha
Source: IANS
23/05/2023 5:28:06 PM
Odisha government approves 11 projects worth Rs 2,840.73 crore The Odisha government on Monday approved 11 industrial projects worth Rs 2840.73 crore that would generate employment opportunities for over 3700 persons, an official said. The State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA), headed by Chief Secretary Pradeep Kumar Jena, approved the 11 proposals of which nine were from the companies that participated at Make in Odisha Conclave, 2022. The approved projects will be set up in the districts of Bolangir, Ganjam, Jagatsinghpur, Khordh...
Odisha government approves 11 projects worth Rs 2,840.73 crore
Odisha government approves 11 projects worth Rs 2,840.73 crore
Source: IANS
9/05/2023 9:29:27 AM
President Droupadi Murmu arrives in Odisha on a three-day visit President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday arrived in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district on a three-day official visit. The President landed at Badampahar helipad in Mayurbhanj district at around 10.25 a.m. from Kalaikunda Airport in West Bengal where she was welcomed by Odisha Governor Ganeshi Lal, Union Minister Bishweswar Tudu and State Minister Prafulla Mallik. Soon after landing at the helipad, Murmu visited her in-laws' village Pahadpur, where she laid a garland at the statue of her h...
President Droupadi Murmu arrives in Odisha on a three-day visit
President Droupadi Murmu arrives in Odisha on a three-day visit
Source: IANS
4/05/2023 3:39:21 PM
Odisha Chief Minister launches selling of air tickets for Singapore, Bangkok Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Wednesday opened air ticketing to Singapore and Bangkok, facilitating the state's residents to travel to these south-east Asian cities at a fair price. Indigo Airlines will commence direct international flights to Singapore as well as Bangkok from June 3, 2023. Earlier, direct flights' ticketing was launched by the Chief Minister to Dubai which will start from May 15. Speaking on the occasion, Patnaik said that the initiative will promote ...
Odisha Chief Minister launches selling of air tickets for Singapore, Bangkok
Odisha Chief Minister launches selling of air tickets for Singapore, Bangkok
Source: IANS
4/05/2023 8:50:51 AM
President Droupadi Murmu to visit her village, Similipal Tiger Reserve in Odisha President Droupadi Murmu is scheduled to visit her home district Mayurbhanj in Odisha on Thursday for the first time after assuming office. During her three-day stay in the state, she will attend a host of programmes, including the convocation of Maharaja Sriram Chandra Bhanja Deo University, Baripada and a visit to Similipal Tiger Reserve. As per schedule, after arriving at Kalaikunda Airport in West Bengal by a special plane of the Indian Air Force from Delhi, the President will board...
President Droupadi Murmu to visit her village, Similipal Tiger Reserve in Odisha
President Droupadi Murmu to visit her village, Similipal Tiger Reserve in Odisha
Source: IANS
3/05/2023 2:35:27 PM
Odisha inks pact with ICRISAT to develop agri marketing network The Odisha State Agricultural Marketing Board (OSAM) under the cooperation department of Odisha government on Tuesday signed an agreement with International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT), Hyderabad, to facilitate the development of agri marketing network in the state. The agri marketing network will link all the 66 regulated market committees (RMCs) of the state, 43 krushak bazars, 76 municipal markets, including 800 farmers produce organisations (FPOs) and w...
Odisha inks pact with ICRISAT to develop agri marketing network
Odisha inks pact with ICRISAT to develop agri marketing network
Source: IANS
2/05/2023 7:37:31 PM
Odisha demands introduction of Vande Bharat express trains on three routes The Odisha government has demanded Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to introduce Vande Bharat Express trains on three routes. In a letter to the Minister, state Commerce and Transport Minister Tukuni Sahu has demanded for introduction of Vande Bharat express train on Puri-Howrah, Puri-Raipur and Bhubaneswar-Hyderabad routes. Odisha has been a significant contributor to the growth engine of the country, emerging as an eastern gateway to the nation. With rapid growth, the aspirations of ...
Odisha demands introduction of Vande Bharat express trains on three routes
Odisha demands introduction of Vande Bharat express trains on three routes
Source: IANS
28/04/2023 1:45:49 PM
Low-cost infra development at district-level vital to promote sports culture: Odisha Minister Development of low-cost infrastructure at the district-level is imperative to promote sports culture, Odisha Sports & Youth Services Minister Tusharkanti Behera has said. Behera was speaking at the two-day conference - 'Chintan Shivir' - of Sports Ministers of states and UTs organised by the Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports in Imphal, Manipur. "While world class infrastructure is important to bring international events to India, it is also vitally essential to...
Low-cost infra development at district-level vital to promote sports culture: Odisha Minister
Low-cost infra development at district-level vital to promote sports culture: Odisha Minister
Source: IANS
26/04/2023 9:07:44 AM
Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik inaugurates new BJD office On the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya, Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Sunday inaugurated a grand Biju Janata Dal (BJD) office named 'Sankha Bhawan' here. Addressing on this occasion, Patnaik said that Sankha Bhawan will be a meeting place for all those who love Odisha, who are interested in working for the development of the state, for the protection and to build a new and strong Odisha. The Bhawan will work for Odisha's development and pride, and it will also work for...
Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik inaugurates new BJD office
Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik inaugurates new BJD office
Source: IANS
24/04/2023 11:33:46 AM
Odisha Chief Minister meets Nippon Steel President in Tokyo to discuss Kendrapara project Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, on the first day of his Japan visit on Wednesday, met Nippon Steel Corporation President Eiji Hashimoto in Tokyo and discussed the company's plan to build one of the world's largest steel plants in his state along with ArcelorMittal. The 30 million tonne per annum (mtpa) plant will produce speciality steel, the Chief Minister's Office (CMO) said in a tweet. Patnaik has assured complete support to the proposed mega plant which will give a...
Odisha Chief Minister meets Nippon Steel President in Tokyo to discuss Kendrapara project
Odisha Chief Minister meets Nippon Steel President in Tokyo to discuss Kendrapara project
Source: IANS
5/04/2023 9:00:35 AM
President Droupadi Murmu, PM Narendra Modi greet people of Odisha on Utkal Dibasa President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik greeted the people of Odisha on the occasion of Utkal Dibasa (Odisha Day). Extending her greetings to Odia people, the President said Odisha has the potential to be the growth engine of Indian economy. "My greetings to fellow citizens, especially to the people of the State, on Odisha Day. With abundant natural resources, skilled and industrious people, Odisha has the potential to be the growth ...
President Droupadi Murmu, PM Narendra Modi greet people of Odisha on Utkal Dibasa
President Droupadi Murmu, PM Narendra Modi greet people of Odisha on Utkal Dibasa
Source: IANS
1/04/2023 2:53:40 PM
Odisha approves six industrial projects worth Rs 854 cr he Odisha government on Friday approved six industrial projects that will bring investment to the tune of Rs 854.17 crore to the state. The State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA), headed by Chief Secretary Pradeep Kumar Jena, has approved the projects from diverse sectors that would generate employment opportunities for 2,167 people in Odisha. Investment intents from four of these projects were received during Make in Odisha Conclave 2022, officials said, adding that the...
Odisha approves six industrial projects worth Rs 854 cr
Odisha approves six industrial projects worth Rs 854 cr
Source: IANS
1/04/2023 9:54:04 AM
Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik inaugurates tennis centre at Kalinga Stadium With just a few days to go before the ITF Asia U-14 Development Championship commences in Bhubaneswar, Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Wednesday inaugurated a tennis centre here at the Kalinga Stadium Sports Complex. He also launched the logo and jersey for the upcoming international tennis tournament. The tennis centre has been certified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) and features one synthetic centre court with a seating capacity of 1,400 people, gymnasium, playe...
Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik inaugurates tennis centre at Kalinga Stadium
Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik inaugurates tennis centre at Kalinga Stadium
Source: IANS
30/03/2023 11:01:50 AM
Odisha announces Rs 500cr livelihood scheme for tribals The Odisha government has announced a new livelihood and income-generating scheme for the tribal people with an outlay of Rs 500 crore, an official said on Friday. The state cabinet led by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik approved the scheme during its meeting held on Thursday, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Niranjan Pujari said in the Odisha Assembly on Friday. The ST & SC Development, Minorities & Backward Classes Welfare department will implement the livelihood cluster developme...
Odisha announces Rs 500cr livelihood scheme for tribals
Odisha announces Rs 500cr livelihood scheme for tribals
Source: IANS
11/03/2023 11:38:40 AM
Odisha approves 25 industrial projects worth Rs 5,827cr The Odisha government on Saturday approved 25 industrial projects worth Rs 5,827.27 crore, which will create employment for 25,000 people. The State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA) led by Chief Secretary Pradeep Kumar Jena has approved the projects, and also recommended three other large scale projects of investment value of Rs 28,000 crore to the High-Level Clearance Authority (HLCA) headed by the Chief Minister, the state government said in a statement. The approved p...
Odisha approves 25 industrial projects worth Rs 5,827cr
Odisha approves 25 industrial projects worth Rs 5,827cr
Source: IANS
6/03/2023 9:40:40 AM
Odisha approves 25 industrial projects worth Rs 5,827cr The Odisha government on Saturday approved 25 industrial projects worth Rs 5,827.27 crore, which will create employment for 25,000 people. The State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA) led by Chief Secretary Pradeep Kumar Jena has approved the projects, and also recommended three other large scale projects of investment value of Rs 28,000 crore to the High-Level Clearance Authority (HLCA) headed by the Chief Minister, the state government said in a statement. The approved p...
Odisha approves 25 industrial projects worth Rs 5,827cr
Odisha approves 25 industrial projects worth Rs 5,827cr
Source: IANS
5/03/2023 9:28:32 AM
We are on a mission to provide global standard education to our children: Odisha Chief Minister Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Saturday said his government is on a mission to provide global standard education to the children with the provision of all modern facilities. Patnaik said this while inaugurating Utkal Gourav International School in Berunapadi of Odisha's Keonjhar district on virtual platform. Citing the school transformation programme of his government, Patnaik said, "We have transformed more than 4000 schools with smart class rooms, modern libraries, l...
We are on a mission to provide global standard education to our children: Odisha Chief Minister
We are on a mission to provide global standard education to our children: Odisha Chief Minister
Source: IANS
4/03/2023 3:38:15 PM
Odisha Government presents Rs 2.30L cr budget for 2023-24 Odisha Finance Minister Niranjan Pujari on Friday presented the annual budget of Rs 2.30 lakh crore for the year 2023-24 in the state Assembly. The outlay is 15 per cent more than the full-fledged budget of 2022-23. Pujari said the programme budget has been increased by 35 times from Rs 3,538 crore in 2000-01 to Rs.1,25,000 crore in 2023-24 budget estimates. The allocation for the programme expenditure is about 54 per cent of the total budgetary outlay. Similarly, capital outlay has gon...
Odisha Government presents Rs 2.30L cr budget for 2023-24
Odisha Government presents Rs 2.30L cr budget for 2023-24
Source: ians
25/02/2023 9:26:00 AM
Odisha's economy projected to grow by 7.8% during 2022-23  Odisha's economy is projected to grow by 7.8 per cent in real terms during the financial year 2022-23 against 7 per cent at the all-India level, as per the advance estimates. According to the Odisha economic survey report for FY 2022-23, it is one of the fastest growing states in the country. In 2021-22, the state's GSDP grew by 11.5 per cent while the country grew by 290 basis points lower than Odisha. Odisha's growth resilience is reflected in its average medium-t...
Odisha's economy projected to grow by 7.8% during 2022-23
Odisha's economy projected to grow by 7.8% during 2022-23
Source: IANS
24/02/2023 9:48:43 AM
Odisha CM lays foundation for projects worth Rs 1,448cr Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Friday performed ground breaking for 17 industrial projects worth Rs 1,448 crore through the virtual mode. The Chief Minister also inaugurated two projects in Cuttack district, which were set up with an investment of Rs 202 crore. At an investment of Rs 1,650 crore, these projects are expected to provide employment opportunities for 4,500 people across sectors like plastic, sea food processing, manufacturing, tourism, IT, pharmaceuticals and steel...
Odisha CM lays foundation for projects worth Rs 1,448cr
Odisha CM lays foundation for projects worth Rs 1,448cr
Source: IANS
18/02/2023 9:15:14 AM
Vedanta starts operation at Jamkani coal mining in Odisha`s Sundargarh The Vedanta has started operation from Jamkani coal mining in Odisha's Sundargarh district after resolving issues with the affected villagers, an official said on Saturday. The deadlock had stalled the mining activities of Vedanta Limited at its Jamkani site in Sundargarh since December 23 last due to the stir staged by the affected villagers, who were demanding compensation and rehabilitation colony. The issues were ultimately resolved on Friday following hectic parleys between the...
Vedanta starts operation at Jamkani coal mining in Odisha`s Sundargarh
Vedanta starts operation at Jamkani coal mining in Odisha`s Sundargarh
Source: IANS
11/02/2023 2:36:32 PM
Essar group eyes forays into clean energy, infrastructure, IT solutions The Essar Group plans to rearrange its priorities to focus on four major verticals like energy, infrastructure and logistics, technology and retail, as well as metals and mining. Speaking to IANS on the sidelines of the India Energy Week, which was held in Bengaluru between February 6 to 8, Essar Capital Director Prashant Ruia informed that the company has outlined a blueprint focussing on the above mentioned sectors. In the energy sector, the company has envisioned a 10 million tonnes ...
Essar group eyes forays into clean energy, infrastructure, IT solutions
Essar group eyes forays into clean energy, infrastructure, IT solutions
Source: IANS
10/02/2023 11:06:29 AM
Odisha considered a leading state in implementation of new changes in mineral laws Odisha is now considered as a leading state in implementation of new changes in mineral laws, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik said here on Thursday. This in turn has resulted in generating the highest mining revenue for the state, facilitating different welfare activities for the benefit of the people, he said while addressing at an orientation for the newly joined officers on virtual platform. As many as 65 officers of mineral administrative service, geological service and subordinate mi...
Odisha considered a leading state in implementation of new changes in mineral laws
Odisha considered a leading state in implementation of new changes in mineral laws
Source: IANS
10/02/2023 10:36:59 AM
Krsnaa Diagnostics surges on securing tender to establish & operate laboratory setup in Odisha Krsnaa Diagnostics is currently trading at Rs. 445.55, up by 10.40 points or 2.39% from its previous closing of Rs. 435.15 on the BSE. The scrip opened at Rs. 443.95 and has touched a high and low of Rs. 449.75 and Rs. 433.50 respectively. So far 4939 shares were traded on the counter. The BSE group 'B' stock of face value Rs. 5 has touched a 52 week high of Rs. 678.80 on 10-Feb-2022 and a 52 week low of Rs. 411.00 on 27-Jan-2023. Last one week high and low of the scrip stood...
Krsnaa Diagnostics surges on securing tender to establish & operate laboratory setup in Odisha
Krsnaa Diagnostics surges on securing tender to establish & operate laboratory setup in Odisha
Source: Accord Fintech
8/02/2023 3:21:29 PM
Budget allocated Rs 10K cr for railway sector in Odisha: Ashwini Vaishnaw The Centre has allocated Rs 10,000 crore for development of railways in Odisha in the Union Budget for FY 2023-24, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Friday. Speaking to mediapersons in Delhi, Vaishnaw said the Odisha government had demanded Rs 8,400 crore for development of railways in the state. However, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has allocated Rs 10,012 crore to the state, he said. The minister also announced that the 'Bande Metro' train will be introduced soon betwe...
Budget allocated Rs 10K cr for railway sector in Odisha: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Budget allocated Rs 10K cr for railway sector in Odisha: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Source: IANS
4/02/2023 9:55:01 AM
Odisha Assembly Budget session from February 21 The Budget session of Odisha Assembly will start from February 21 and continue till April 6. As per the schedule issued by the Assembly secretariat on Thursday, the session will start with the address of Governor Ganeshi Lal on February 21. The motion of thanks on the Governor's speech will be moved on the same day. Further discussion on the Governor's address will be held on February 22 and 23. State Finance Minister Niranjan Pujari will present the annual Budget for the year 2...
Odisha Assembly Budget session from February 21
Odisha Assembly Budget session from February 21
Source: IANS
2/02/2023 5:32:51 PM
Coal India gains as its arm develops eco-park in Odisha Coal India is currently trading at Rs. 224.90, up by 2.45 points or 1.10% from its previous closing of Rs. 222.45 on the BSE. The scrip opened at Rs. 221.60 and has touched a high and low of Rs. 226.70 and Rs. 220.80 respectively. So far 191488 shares were traded on the counter. The BSE group 'A' stock of face value Rs. 10 has touched a 52 week high of Rs. 263.30 on 09-Nov-2022 and a 52 week low of Rs. 149.00 on 24-Feb-2022. Last one week high and low of the scrip stood at Rs...
Coal India gains as its arm develops eco-park in Odisha
Coal India gains as its arm develops eco-park in Odisha
Source: Accord Fintech
30/01/2023 11:10:18 AM
Hockey World Cup 2023: Germany beat Belgium 5-4 in sudden death shoot-out to lift title Germany made a remarkable comeback to beat defending champions Belgium 5-4 in the sudden death shoot-out after playing a 3-3 in the regulation time to win the FIH Odisha Hockey Mens World Cup 2023, here on Sunday. This is Germany's third Hockey World Cup title after they won it in 2002 and 2006. With this, they draw level with Netherlands and Australia. Germany also became the fourth team to register a come-from-behind win in a World Cup final. From a 2-0 deficit to a 3-2 to lead an...
Hockey World Cup 2023: Germany beat Belgium 5-4 in sudden death shoot-out to lift title
Hockey World Cup 2023: Germany beat Belgium 5-4 in sudden death shoot-out to lift title
Source: IANS
30/01/2023 9:35:49 AM
Mahanadi Coalfields to set up 1,600 MW power plant in Odisha  Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, is looking to diversify into power generation, and plans to set up a Rs 12,000 crore power plant in Odisha. It also aims to enter into aluminium business and may soon set up a greenfield aluminium project. Sources informed that the 1,600 megawatt capacity coal-fired power project would come up in Odisha's Sundargarh district as a wholly owned subsidiary of MCL. MCL also plans to enter into the aluminiu...
Mahanadi Coalfields to set up 1,600 MW power plant in Odisha
Mahanadi Coalfields to set up 1,600 MW power plant in Odisha
Source: IANS
23/01/2023 11:47:22 AM
For Odia actor Babushaan, `Daman` in Hindi is `like a dream coming true`  Bollywood star Ajay Devgn recently launched the trailer of the Hindi version of 'Daman', a social drama, based on the fact about Odisha's malaria elimination drive. The Hindi version will be released on February 3. As the Odia movie has gone to the national-level, Daman's lead actor Babushaan Mohanty said that it is like a dream come true for him. IANS Correspondent Biswa Bhusan Mohapatra spoke to Mohanty about the movie. Excerpts from the interview: IANS: What ins...
For Odia actor Babushaan, `Daman` in Hindi is `like a dream coming true`
For Odia actor Babushaan, `Daman` in Hindi is `like a dream coming true`
Source: IANS
22/01/2023 10:37:52 AM
Odisha collects Rs 28,973cr mining revenue in current financial year The Odisha government has collected a total of Rs 28,973.43 crore revenue from mining up to January 17 of the current financial year, state Steel and Mines Minister Prafulla Mallik here on Friday. As against Rs 11,020 crore and Rs 13,791 crore of mining revenue collected during 2019-20 and 2020-21, the state has been able to collect Rs 49,858 crore of mining revenue during 2021-22, he said. Mallik said this while addressing at the Minerals, Mining and Metals Conclave being organised by ...
Odisha collects Rs 28,973cr mining revenue in current financial year
Odisha collects Rs 28,973cr mining revenue in current financial year
Source: IANS
21/01/2023 10:00:33 AM
ISL 2022-23 Chhangte brace helps Mumbai City FC beat Odisha FC, regain top spot  Unbeaten in 12 matches, Mumbai City FC rode on a brace of goals by Lallianzuala Chhangte to defeat Odisha FC 4-2 at the Kalinga Stadium here to go top of the table on Monday. Chhangte scored twice and set up one goal as all six goals in the match came in the second half which resulted in Odisha FC falling to their first defeat at home. The win puts Mumbai City FC in the first place, two points clear of defending champion Hyderabad FC, while Odisha FC's third loss in four games...
ISL 2022-23 Chhangte brace helps Mumbai City FC beat Odisha FC, regain top spot
ISL 2022-23 Chhangte brace helps Mumbai City FC beat Odisha FC, regain top spot
Source: IANS
3/01/2023 10:45:31 AM
Odisha introduces new registration process for vintage vehicles With an aim to preserve and promote the heritage of vintage vehicles, the Odisha government has introduced the new registration process for such motor vehicles. Owners of classic vehicles of more than 50 years can apply for special number plates and enjoy exemption from scrappage in Odisha, Joint Commissioner, Transport (Technical) Dipti Ranjan Patra said. The state transport authority has implemented the move following the Union Road Transport and Highways Ministry making the provision...
Odisha introduces new registration process for vintage vehicles
Odisha introduces new registration process for vintage vehicles
Source: IANS
3/01/2023 9:59:23 AM
Odisha approves 16 investment projects worth Rs 4,183cr The State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA) of the Odisha government on Saturday approved 16 industrial project proposals worth Rs 4,183 crore, officials said. The SLSWCA, headed by Chief Secretary Suresh Chandra Mahapatra, has approved the proposals of nine diverse sectors, which would generate employment opportunities for nearly 13,000 people in the state. The approved projects will be set up across Odisha with six of the projects to be set up in Khordha district, three...
Odisha approves 16 investment projects worth Rs 4,183cr
Odisha approves 16 investment projects worth Rs 4,183cr
Source: IANS
1/01/2023 9:47:05 AM