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January 6, 2026 10:33 AM

PM Modi extends birthday wishes to Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended birthday greetings to Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, praising his efforts to accelerate the state’s growth trajectory and empower its youth. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Birthday wishes to Odisha’s hardworking Chief Minister Shri Mohan Charan Majhi Ji. He has made outstanding efforts to enhance Odisha’s growth trajectory and empower the youth of the state. Praying for his long and healthy life in service of the peo...

January 1, 2026 3:13 PM

President Murmu launches #SkilltheNation AI challenge, inaugurates IGNOU centres in Odisha

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday launched the #SkilltheNation AI Challenge and virtually inaugurated IGNOU Regional Centre and Skill Centre in Odisha's Rairangpur, underscoring the government’s focus on preparing India’s workforce for an artificial intelligence-driven future. The initiatives were unveiled at a function held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre, organised by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. Addressing the gathering, the President said artific...

December 31, 2025 3:48 PM

Cabinet clears Rs 1,526 crore NH-326 upgrade project in southern Odisha

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved the widening and strengthening of a key stretch of National Highway-326 in Odisha, at a total cost of Rs 1,526.21 crore. The project involves upgrading the existing two-lane highway to a two-lane road with paved shoulders from kilometre 68.600 to kilometre 311.700, covering the Mohana–Koraput section of NH-326. The work will be implemented under the National Highways (Original) scheme on Engineering, Procurement...

December 22, 2025 10:04 AM

Odisha: CM Mohan Charan Majhi launches various development projects worth Rs 545 crore in Koraput

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi attended the fourth day of the National-Level Tribal Festival Parva-2025 and launched 86 development projects worth Rs 545 crore for Koraput district on the occasion, according to an official release from the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO). Since 1996, Parva has been making sustained efforts to preserve and promote the art, culture, traditions and history of Koraput. The festival has helped awaken social and cultural consciousness while bringing many hi...

December 18, 2025 10:41 AM

Odisha to host regional AI impact conference on Dec 19

The Odisha government will host the Regional AI Impact Conference, scheduled to be held from December 19 to 20, setting the tone for a major national-level dialogue on artificial intelligence in governance and public service delivery. The state Electronics and IT Department on Wednesday held the curtain raiser for the conference, providing an early glimpse into Odisha’s AI vision, policy direction, and its growing portfolio of real-world AI deployments. Speaking on the occasion, Minister for...

December 7, 2025 1:55 PM

India records highest-ever renewable energy addition; Odisha to get 1.5 lakh rooftop solar units

Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi on Saturday said that India has achieved its highest-ever annual non-fossil energy capacity addition, reaching 31.25 GW so far in FY 2025–26. Of this, 24.28 GW came from solar power alone. The minister was speaking at the Global Energy Leaders’ Summit (GELS) 2025 in Puri, Odisha. Joshi said India is now a major driver of global renewable growth, contributing significantly to the world’s rapid clean energy expansion. While the world...

November 27, 2025 8:48 PM

President Murmu addresses Odisha legislative assembly, calls for collective efforts to build a prosperous state by 2036

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday addressed the members of the Odisha Legislative Assembly, urging them to work collectively for a prosperous Odisha and reiterating the pivotal role of legislators in fulfilling citizens’ aspirations. Speaking at the Assembly, the President recalled her own experiences in the house, noting, “After many years, old memories of this place have resurfaced. As a legislator, I had asked questions, and as a minister, I had answered them here.” She highlighted ...

September 26, 2025 10:45 PM

PM Modi to inaugurate development projects worth over Rs 60,000 crore in Odisha on Sept 27

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Odisha on September 27 to launch and dedicate multiple development projects worth over ₹60,000 crore, spanning telecommunications, railways, higher education, healthcare, skill development, and rural housing. The Prime Minister will address a public gathering in Jharsuguda following the inaugurations. In a major boost to digital connectivity, PM Modi will commission over 97,500 solar-powered 4G mobile towers built with indigenous technology at a cost of...

August 28, 2025 4:07 PM

PM Modi extends greetings on occasion of Nuakhai

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended his greetings to the people on the occasion of Nuakhai, the harvest festival of western Odisha. In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Wishing everyone a joyous Nuakhai. This cherished festival is a reminder of our deep gratitude to the farmers whose hard work sustains us all. May there be good health, prosperity and happiness in every home. Nuakhai Juhar!” Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi also conveyed his wishes, describing Nuakhai as a s...

August 26, 2025 2:26 PM

Centre releases over ₹284 crore to strengthen rural local bodies in Mizoram, Odisha, Tripura

The government on Tuesday said it has released more than ₹284 crore for rural local bodies in three states during the financial year 2025–26. The funds were released under the 15th Finance Commission (XV FC) Untied Grants. Mizoram has received ₹14.2761 crore for 827 eligible village councils as part of the 2023–24 grants, while Odisha has been allocated ₹240.8149 crore for 6,085 eligible Gram Panchayats and 63 eligible Block Panchayats. Tripura has been provided ₹29.75 crore for 60...