Odisha Government

Notice Sent To Odisha Government Over Teen Giving Birth In School Hostel

India News | Press Trust of India | Tuesday January 15, 2019

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) sent a notice to the Odisha government on Monday over reports that a 14-year-old girl delivered a baby in a state-run tribal residential school in Kandhamal district, officials said.

"Taking Lord Jagannath's Name Won't Get You Votes": Congress Attacks PM

India News | Press Trust of India | Tuesday December 25, 2018

With Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik and his party not figuring in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scathing speech against the Odisha government, the Congress Tuesday said the "secret ties" between the BJP and the BJD had been exposed.

"Who Feeds The Demon": PM Modi Questions Odisha On Corruption

India News | Press Trust of India | Monday December 24, 2018

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday attacked the Naveen Patnaik-led government in Odisha, alleging that the "demon of corruption" had become strong in the state under the rule of the Biju Janata Dal with an all-pervading '"percentage commission culture'".

Odisha Government Announces 10,000 Crores Scheme For Farmers Development

Bhubaneshwar News | Press Trust of India | Saturday December 22, 2018

Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Friday announced a Rs 10,000-crore scheme for the overall development of farmers in the state. The state cabinet has approved the Krushak Assistance for Livelihood and Income Augmentation scheme, worth over Rs 10,000 crore, for the development of farmers in the state, the chief minister said.

Over 11,000 Evacuated In Odisha As Cyclone Phethai Hits Andhra

India News | Press Trust of India | Tuesday December 18, 2018

With Cyclone Phethai making landfall in Andhra Pradesh coast and the IMD forecasting heavy rainfall in the region, the Odisha government has evacuated more than 11,000 people to safety zones.

Culling Of Chickens Begins Near Chilika Lake After Bird Flu Hits Odisha

India News | Press Trust of India | Saturday December 15, 2018

The Puri district administration on Friday began culling of chickens in two villages near Chilika lake, a day after the Odisha government declared the area as bird flu-hit, officials said.

Child Rights Body Accuses Odisha Government Of Negligence In Running Shelter Homes

India News | Press Trust of India | Friday December 14, 2018

The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) has accused the Odisha government of negligence in running shelter homes and hostels for children.

Odisha Pardons Journalist Abhijit Mitra Jailed For "Derogatory Remarks"

India News | Press Trust of India | Tuesday December 4, 2018

The Odisha government on Tuesday decided to grant pardon to Abhijit Iyer Mitra, who is in jail for allegedly making derogatory remarks against the state, its people and culture, officials said.

Odisha's New Programme For Transparency, Awareness Of Government Schemes

India News | Press Trust of India | Tuesday December 4, 2018

Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Monday announced a new programme for transparency and awareness on various government schemes.

Odisha, ADB Sign Agreement For Skill Development

Jobs | Indo-Asian News Service | Monday December 3, 2018

The total cost of the project is $193 million with the Odisha government contributing $108 million.

227 Farmers Suicides In Odisha In 5 Years, None Over Loans: Minister

India News | Press Trust of India | Wednesday November 21, 2018

The Odisha government on Tuesday said a total of 227 farmer suicide cases were reported in the state in the last five years, but none of them were due to loan burden.

Odisha, Oracle To Jointly Set Up Academy In Bhubaneswar: Minister

Education | Press Trust of India | Wednesday November 14, 2018

The Odisha government is in advanced stage of signing a memorandum of understanding with the Oracle India.

SSB Odisha Advertises More Than 800 Lecturer Posts

Jobs | NDTV Education Team | Wednesday November 14, 2018

State Selection Board (SSB) Odisha has released a notification for recruitment of Lecturers in various disciplines.

Odisha Government Approves Investment Plans Worth Rs 25,845 Crore

India News | Press Trust of India | Saturday November 3, 2018

The Odisha government on Saturday approved six proposals to set up large manufacturing units in the state at a cost of Rs 25,845 crore.

Drought Declared In 9 Districts Of Odisha

India News | Indo-Asian News Service | Thursday November 1, 2018

The Odisha government on Thursday declared drought in nine districts of the state.