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BHUBANESWAR : With a majority of public universities left without vice-chancellors (V-C) for several years, which had seriously affected their functioning, the state government finally appointed V-Cs to 14 institutions on Monday. Governor and Chancellor of universities Hari Babu Kambhampati appointed the V-Cs to Utkal, Ravenshaw, Fakir Mohan and 11 other universities as per the provisions of The Odisha Universities Act, 1989 and The Odia University Act, 2017. As per the communication from the ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: Aiming to reconnect people with the state's rich cultural heritage and traditions, the 14-day Odia Pakhya -- from Utkal Divas on April 1 to Odia New Year -- will be a grand celebration this year, culture minister Suryabanshi Suraj announced on Monday.The festival, which was added to the state's cultural calendar last year, will be a collective celebration of the state's language, literature, food, handloom and lifestyle, the minister added.The celebration will begin with Utkal Divas ...Read More >

Rourkela: The Odia community in Australia virtually came together on March 29 evening to mark the first Pan-Australia Utkal Divas, commemorating the formation of Odisha.Hosted on a videoconferencing platform, the event witnessed participation from around 200 members representing 85 Odia families across the country, reflecting a shared pride in heritage and tradition.In a press release issued on Wednesday, Dr Subrat Mishra, cultural secretary of ORIOZ, informed about celebration of Utkal Divas in ...Read More >

Odisha, the first state in India to be formed on a linguistic identity, turned 90 on Wednesday as the state celebrated Utkal Divas (Odisha Day) to commemorate its formation on April 1, 1936. President Droupadi Murmu, who hails from Odisha, lauded the state's invaluable contribution to India's freedom struggle and nation-building. She said this occasion celebrates the state's rich cultural heritage, timeless traditions, and the resilience of its people. What is the history behind the formation ...Read More >

Bhubaneswar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Wednesday said Odisha has the power to mesmerise everyone and lauded its rich cultural heritage, spiritual depth, and the resilience of its people, while reaffirming the Centre's commitment to the state's development. Modi wrote a four-page letter to Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on the occasion of the Utkal Dibasa or the statehood day. He recalled many great sons and daughters of the soil, including Buxi Jagabandhu, Veer Surendra Sai, Mahar ...Read More >

Bhubaneswar, Apr 1 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said Odisha has the power to mesmerise everyone and lauded its rich cultural heritage, spiritual depth, and the resilience of its people, while reaffirming the Centre's commitment to the state's development. Modi wrote a four-page letter to Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on the occasion of the Utkal Dibasa or the statehood day. He recalled many great sons and daughters of the soil, including Buxi Jagabandhu, Veer Sure ...Read More >

Bhubaneswar, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Wishes poured in from various corners as Odisha on Wednesday celebrates Utkal Divas, marking the formation of the state as a separate province on April 1, 1936. Extending greetings to the people of Odisha on the occasion, Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati said that this historic day marks the formation of Odisha as the first linguistic state of India. In his address, the Governor also remembered the vision, sacrifice, and determined efforts of great leaders l ...Read More >

Bhubaneswar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended greetings to the people of Odisha on the occasion of Utkala Dibasa. April 1 is celebrated as Utkala Dibasa in Odisha, marking the formation of the State. Prime Minister Modi highlighted Odisha's rich cultural heritage and applauded the contributions of its people in various fields, wishing the state continued growth and prosperity. "Greetings on the special occasion of Utkala Dibasa. Odisha is a state that stands tall as a timeles ...Read More >

Mayurbhanj (Odisha) [India], April 1 (ANI): Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Wednesday extended greetings to the people of Odisha on the occasion of Utkala Divas, highlighting the state's cultural and historical significance. In a post on social media, he said, "Odisha, a vital part of the chariot of India's advancement and progress, is renowned for its rich culture, unique crafts, and glorious history. Heartfelt congratulations to all residents of the state on Utkala Div ...Read More >

Mayurbhanj (Odisha) [India], April 1 (ANI): Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Wednesday extended greetings to the people of Odisha on the occasion of Utkala Divas, highlighting the state's cultural and historical significance. In a post on social media, he said, "Odisha, a vital part of the chariot of India's advancement and progress, is renowned for its rich culture, unique crafts, and glorious history. Heartfelt congratulations to all residents of the state on Utkala Div ...Read More >

Mayurbhanj (Odisha) [India], April 1 (ANI): Odisha is celebrating Utkal Divas on Wednesday with great enthusiasm and pride, marking the historic formation of the state on April 1, 1936. The day commemorates the long-cherished dream of the Odia people for a separate linguistic identity. District Magistrate of Mayurbhanj, Hemakanta Say, paid floral tributes to the eminent leaders, freedom fighters, and illustrious sons and daughters of Odisha, including Maharajas, legendary leader Biju Patnaik, U ...Read More >

Bhubaneswar: Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati extended warm greetings to the people of the state on the occasion of Utkal Diwas, celebrated annually on April 1. In a social media post, he paid tribute to the visionaries who played a pivotal role in the formation of a separate Odisha state, highlighting their contributions to the state's language, literature, and culture. The Governor urged everyone to unite in strengthening Odisha's identity and pride, marking the significance of the day ...Read More >

Mayurbhanj (Odisha) [India], April 1 (ANI): Odisha is celebrating Utkal Divas on Wednesday with great enthusiasm and pride, marking the historic formation of the state on April 1, 1936. The day commemorates the long-cherished dream of the Odia people for a separate linguistic identity. District Magistrate of Mayurbhanj, Hemakanta Say, paid floral tributes to the eminent leaders, freedom fighters, and illustrious sons and daughters of Odisha, including Maharajas, legendary leader Biju Patnaik, U ...Read More >

Bhubaneswar: People across Odisha and the Odia diaspora are observing Utkala Dibasa with great enthusiasm on Wednesday, commemorating the formation of the state as a separate province on April 1, 1936. This year marks the 90th anniversary of the historic event that established Odisha as the first Indian state created on linguistic lines. Prior to 1936, Odia-speaking regions were fragmented across the Bengal Presidency (which included parts that later became Bihar and Jharkhand), the Madras Pres ...Read More >

Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati on Wednesday extended warm greetings to the people of the state on the occasion of Odisha Divas, commemorating the formation of the state as India's first linguistic state on April 1, 1936. "On the auspicious occasion of Odisha Divas, I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to all the people of Odisha. This historic day marks the formation of our state on 1st April 1936, as the first linguistic state of India. It was the result of the vision, sacrifi ...Read More >

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], April 1 (ANI): Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati on Wednesday extended warm greetings to the people of the state on the occasion of Odisha Divas, commemorating the formation of the state as India's first linguistic state on April 1, 1936. "On the auspicious occasion of Odisha Divas, I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to all the people of Odisha. This historic day marks the formation of our state on 1st April 1936, as the first linguistic state of In ...Read More >

Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati greeted the people on Odisha Divas, commemorating the state's formation in 1936. He paid tribute to its founding leaders and highlighted Odisha's steady progress across various sectors. Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati on Wednesday extended warm greetings to the people of the state on the occasion of Odisha Divas, commemorating the formation of the state as India's first linguistic state on April 1, 1936. Add Asianet Newsable as a Preferred So ...Read More >

Lucknow, Apr 1 (PTI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday extended greetings to the people of Odisha on the state's formation day. "With the unwavering energy akin to the ocean's waves, the brilliance like the Sun of Konark, and illuminated by the boundless grace of Lord Shri Jagannath Ji Mahaprabhu, heartfelt congratulations to all Odia residents on the Foundation Day of Utkal Bhumi, 'Utkal Divas'," the chief minister said in a Hindi post on X. "By the grace of Lord Shri ...Read More >

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], April 1 (ANI): Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati on Wednesday extended warm greetings to the people of the state on the occasion of Odisha Divas, commemorating the formation of the state as India's first linguistic state on April 1, 1936. "On the auspicious occasion of Odisha Divas, I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to all the people of Odisha. This historic day marks the formation of our state on 1st April 1936, as the first linguistic state of In ...Read More >

Bengaluru: The Karnataka Commercial Tax Department has once again issued a clarification regarding the recent tax notices sent to bakeries, condiments, and tea stalls in Bengaluru. Following earlier backlash, the department had stated that traders with annual turnover below ₹1.5 crore can opt for the Composition Tax Scheme and pay only 1% tax, offering significant relief. Now, in a press release, the department reiterated that traders who have received notices should visit their respective tax ...Read More >

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has instructed departmental secretaries to expedite the implementation of various developmental work in the Cuttack Parliamentary constituency area. The Chief Minister's instruction came during a meeting with Cuttack MP Bhartruhari Mahtab at Lok Sabha Bhawan Friday. Majhi also suggested that officials work together to transform Cuttack district and its sub-regions into a modern and prosperous model area. During the meeting, discussions were held on ...Read More >

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has instructed departmental secretaries to expedite the implementation of various developmental work in the Cuttack Parliamentary constituency area. The Chief Minister's instruction came during a meeting with Cuttack MP Bhartruhari Mahtab at Lok Sabha Bhawan Friday. Majhi also suggested that officials work together to transform Cuttack district and its sub-regions into a modern and prosperous model area. During the meeting, discussions were held on ...Read More >

BHUBANESWAR: Cuttack MP Bhartruhari Mahtab on Friday met Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi at the Lok Seva Bhawan here and discussed various developmental programmes of the Cuttack Parliamentary constituency. According to the CMO, discussions were held regarding setting up of a vending zone in OMP area of Cuttack city, a mega convention centre, upgradation of Ranihat area and construction of a park in Press Chowk area. Apart from this, Mahtab discussed with the CM about the integrated developm ...Read More >

CUTTACK: Instead of just being job-seekers, aim to become job providers, President Droupadi Murmu advised the graduating students of Ravenshaw University here on Tuesday. Addressing the 13th annual convocation of the university in Cuttack, the President urged students to drive India's progress through innovation, a strong sense of responsibility and commitment for inclusive growth. Citing the example of Utkal Gourab Madhusudan Das who had set up Utkal Tannery, a shoe factory to empower local a ...Read More >

BHUBANESWAR: With the Odisha Drivers' Mahasangha's strike continuing for the third consecutive day on Thursday, bus passengers across the state faced severe problems in commuting. With the government and the association yet to arrive at a resolution, people could be seen stranded at bus stands in several major cities of the state. Though OSRTC buses were operational, they were few and far between and unable to handle the huge rush of passengers. Many people complained that since the frequency ...Read More >

Bhubaneswar: With the indefinite 'Quit Steering Wheel' protest by commercial drivers entering its third day, Odisha faces an escalating fuel crisis, prompting police to intervene. Fuel tankers in several parts of the state are now being escorted by police to ensure uninterrupted supply of petrol and diesel. Visuals from Soro in Balasore district showed police accompanying tankers along National Highway-16 near Chaparpada after incidents where agitators allegedly tried to block tankers and persu ...Read More >

BHUBANESWAR : The state government signed two separate agreements for expansion of Gopalpur Port and construction of a jetty at Jatadhari river mouth mouth in the presence of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi at Lok Seva Bhavan here on Thursday. A concession agreement was signed with JSW Utkal Steel Limited to build a captive jetty at Jatadhari mouth in Ersama tehasil of Jagatsinghpur district with an initial investment of Rs 2,100 crore. The jetty will have a cargo handling capacity of 52 mill ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar, June 26 (UNI) The Odisha Government today signed two concession agreements aimed at boosting maritime infrastructure in the state. They include the upgradation of Gopalpur Port and construction of a captive jetty at Jatadhara Muhan. The first agreement was signed between Gopalpur Ports Limited and the Odisha Government for the expansion and modernization of Gopalpur Port with a proposed investment of Rs.16,554 crore. Following this upgradation, the port's cargo handling capacity ...Read More >
Digha/Kolkata: Why were those speaking Bengali "being tortured across the country every day", CM Mamata Banerjee said on Thursday. Speaking in Digha, where she has gone to attend the first Rath Yatra of the newly inaugurated Jagannath temple, the CM spoke of Bengali-speaking migrant workers being detained at two places in Odisha.Asking Odisha "not to be jealous", Banerjee said while she respected the Puri Jagannath temple, she expected the same respect for the Digha Jagannath temple."I learnt th ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: Odisha govt on Thursday signed two major concession agreements, promising a combined investment of over Rs 18,000 crore in maritime trade infrastructure which is expected to create 8,450 jobs.Gopalpur Ports Limited committed to a Rs 16,554 crore investment to expand and develop the Adani Group-controlled Gopalpur Port. This will increase the port's cargo handling capacity to 50 million metric tonnes (MMT) -- from the current 20MMT -- and generate approximately 5,000 jobs, further so ...Read More >
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