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July 3, 2026 10:10 AM

Indian Railways approves Rs 135 crore rail flyover in Odisha’s Bondamunda to boost freight capacity, ease congestion

In a major infrastructure push aimed at strengthening freight movement and improving operational efficiency, Indian Railways has approved the construction of a 4.59-km rail flyover between Odisha's Bondamunda 'A' Cabin and Bondamunda Link 'B' Cabin in the South Eastern Railway at an estimated cost of ₹135 crore. The project is designed to decongest the strategically important Rourkela-Bondamunda section, a key industrial corridor witnessing rapidly rising freight traffic due to expanding mini...

June 20, 2026 9:53 AM

President Murmu, PM Modi to visit Odisha today; development projects worth ₹47,600 crore to be unveiled

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi are scheduled to jointly visit Odisha on Saturday, where they will take part in a series of programmes in Mayurbhanj district and unveil development projects worth more than ₹47,600 crore. President Murmu and PM Modi will begin their engagements in Odisha with a visit to Pahadpur village in Mayurbhanj district at around 11:15 am. They will offer prayers at the sacred Santhali Jahera and Ho Jahera groves and visit the Skill Centre and P...

June 15, 2026 3:16 PM

Three-day Raja Parba celebrations begin across Odisha; President Murmu, PM Modi extend greetings

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to the people of Odisha on the occasion of Raja Parba, the state's iconic three-day festival that celebrates the onset of the monsoon season, womanhood, fertility, and reverence for Mother Earth. In a post on X, President Murmu said, "On the occasion of the harvest festival 'Raja', I extend my heartfelt greetings to the people of the country, especially the people of Odisha. This inviting festival of the monsoon season...

June 3, 2026 3:34 PM

Cabinet approves ₹8,300 crore coastal highway project between Rameshwar and Paradeep in Odisha

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved the construction of a new coastal highway connecting Rameshwar and Paradeep in Odisha at a total cost of ₹8,300.79 crore. The project will be developed under the Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM) and will cover a total length of about 160.18 kilometres across Khurda, Puri, Kendrapada and Jagatsinghpur districts. According to the government, the highway will be constructed in two packages...

May 29, 2026 3:19 PM

Odisha govt signs semiconductor substrate manufacturing pact with Intel, 3DGS: Ashwini Vaishnaw

The Odisha government has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Intel and 3D Glass Solutions (3DGS) to bring substrate manufacturing technology to India, according to Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw on Friday. Vaishnaw congratulated the state government, Intel and 3DGS on signing the pact aimed at introducing substrate manufacturing capabilities in India through a post on social media platform X. "Congratulations to the Govt. of Odisha, Inte...

May 5, 2026 3:02 PM

Lok Sabha Committee review meet begins in Jaipur

A meeting of the Review Committee on Committees constituted by the Lok Sabha got underway on Tuesday at the Constitution Club of Rajasthan. This is the second meeting of the committee, with its inaugural session having been held earlier in Bhopal. Speakers from six states will deliberate on strengthening and empowering legislative committees, focusing on enhancing their effectiveness in governance and oversight. The meeting aims to review and strengthen the committee system of legislative bodi...

April 21, 2026 10:24 AM

President Murmu to visit Odisha today, inaugurate key projects in Rourkela

President Droupadi Murmu will visit Odisha today. During her day-long visit, she will inaugurate several key public infrastructure and cultural projects in Rourkela. According to the President’s Secretariat, President Murmu will inaugurate a Planetarium and Science Centre, and the Nirmal Munda Parivesh Path at a public function. She will also inaugurate a tribal museum and an Integrated Command and Control Centre in the city. Extensive security arrangements have been put in place across all ...

April 20, 2026 11:54 AM

Rs 90,000 crore rail projects transform Odisha’s connectivity: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Sunday highlighted a major expansion of railway infrastructure in Odisha, stating that projects worth over ₹90,000 crore are currently under execution across the state, marking an unprecedented push to enhance network capacity and connectivity. Speaking during a visit to Bhubaneswar, Vaishnaw said the scale of investment reflects the Centre’s commitment to strengthening both passenger and freight infrastructure. He also reviewed the ongoing redevelopment...

April 1, 2026 1:12 PM

President Murmu, PM Modi extend greetings on Utkala Dibasa; hail Odisha’s rich heritage and contributions

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended warm greetings to the people of Odisha on the occasion of Utkala Dibasa, celebrating the state’s formation and its rich cultural legacy. In a post on X, President Murmu praised Odisha’s ancient traditions, cultural heritage, and the resilience of its people. "Warm greetings to the people of Odisha on Odisha Day! This occasion celebrates the state’s rich cultural heritage, timeless traditions, and the resilien...

March 10, 2026 10:15 AM

Amit Shah extends heartfelt greetings to CISF personnel on 57th Raising Day

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday extended heartfelt greetings to Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel on the occasion of 57th Raising Day. In a post on X, he praised the CISF, underlining their unwavering commitment, service to the nation, and patriotism. "Greetings to the CISF personnel on Raising Day. Whether safeguarding the nation's vital installations or shielding the nation during crises, their dedication reflects the true spirit of patriotism and professionalis...