Odisha government

Odisha secures Rs 2.43 lakh crore in investment proposals in

3 clusters · 18 sources · last updated about 9 hours ago

Latest: Odisha secures Rs 2.43 lakh crore in investment proposals during UAE visit

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has concluded a high-level three-day investment outreach in the United Arab Emirates, significantly expanding the scale of economic commitments secured during the mission. While i

Odisha DGP selection dispute and interim leadership

5 clusters · 10 sources · last updated about 24 hours ago

Latest: Odisha DGP reviews law and order preparedness

The Odisha government initiated a leadership transition within its police force by promoting senior IPS officers Sanjeeb Panda and Yeshwant Kumar Jethwa to the rank of Director General of Police (DGP). These promotions o

India administrative reshuffles (May‑Sep 2026)

36 clusters · 52 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Kerala government reshuffles IAS officers and district leadership

The wave of senior civil‑service reassignments that began in late May 2026 spread across several states and reached the centre. On 14 July, Assam reassigned senior IAS and ACS officers, while West Bengal transferred 33 I

India 2026 monsoon: Low-pressure system triggers heavy rain

362 clusters · 322 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Flooding in India disrupts infrastructure and agriculture

The 2026 monsoon season has intensified, causing widespread flooding, landslides, and fatalities across India. By mid-August, the death toll in Himachal Pradesh reached 187, with cumulative losses estimated at nearly Rs

Jagannath Temple asset and inventory management

3 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Odisha Government to inventory Puri Srimandir Ratna Bhandar valuables

The Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri has initiated a high-level inventory and verification process for the ornaments and valuables stored in its Ratna Bhandar. This exercise is being conducted under strict security and sta

Odisha safety and fire compliance initiatives

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Odisha launches 15-day inspection drive for unsafe buildings

The Odisha government has initiated several safety and compliance measures across the state. In August, the state government directed all eligible schools to complete structural and non-structural safety audits by the en

Odisha state policy and infrastructure developments

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Odisha Cabinet approves regulatory reforms and water supply schemes

The Odisha Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, has implemented a series of policy, infrastructure, and regulatory reforms. Initial measures focused on technology, energy, and agriculture. These included a

Indian court proceedings on protest permissions

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Indian courts rule on protest permissions and political signboard dispute

The Delhi High Court is overseeing a legal dispute involving the Kshatriya Karni Sena, which seeks permission to hold demonstrations at Jantar Mantar to protest reservation policies and University Grants Commission regul

Odisha teacher recruitment and deployment efforts

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Odisha CM announces recruitment of 45,000 teachers

The Odisha government has initiated measures to address teacher shortages and improve educational standards in the state. In August 2026, the School and Mass Education Department directed district collectors to deploy a

Odisha student financial assistance initiatives

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Odisha announces new financial assistance schemes for students

The Odisha government has implemented several initiatives to provide financial relief and support to students. Initially, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi directed that students from Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled T

India anti-corruption crackdown widens

37 clusters · 47 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Odisha Vigilance arrests Drugs Controller for bribery

The multi-state anti-corruption drive initiated in May 2026 has intensified, characterized by high-profile arrests and massive asset seizures involving engineers, police officers, and politicians. In Rajasthan, the crac

India Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill 2026

5 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Odisha political tension rises over mining revenue and legislation

The Indian Parliament has passed the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, following approval from both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha. The legislation aims to establish a uniform fisca

Odisha fertilizer supply management and enforcement

3 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Odisha intensifies crackdown on fertilizer black marketing with 11,684 raids

In late July 2026, the Odisha state government directed district collectors to promote complex fertilizers and ammonium sulphate as substitutes for di‑ammonium phosphate (DAP) and urea, citing concerns about DAP availabi

Healthcare infrastructure development in India

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Manipur RIMS Imphal to be upgraded to AIIMS status

Regional healthcare infrastructure is undergoing expansion across several Indian states. In Nagaland, the state government has proposed the establishment of a new Greenfield AIIMS in Nagaki City, covering approximately 2

India renewables: capacity growth and supply bottlenecks

61 clusters · 97 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Renewable energy firms expand solar and battery storage capacity in India

India’s renewable energy expansion continues to accelerate, though domestic supply chain constraints persist. As of July 2026, India’s total installed energy capacity reached 552 GW, with non-fossil fuel sources accounti

Odisha Subhadra Yojana financial assistance scheme

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Odisha CM Majhi disburses Subhadra Yojana funds to 1 crore women

The Odisha government is implementing the Subhadra Yojana, a flagship financial assistance scheme aimed at women's economic empowerment. The program provides a total of Rs 50,000 to eligible beneficiaries over a five-yea

India medical education and healthcare expansion

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Kerala expands medical college bed capacity and proposes rural doctor allowances

India is undergoing a significant expansion of its medical education and healthcare infrastructure. At the national level, the number of medical colleges has increased from 387 prior to 2014 to 846, accompanied by substa

India water scarcity management initiatives

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: India advances wastewater reuse policies in Odisha and Delhi

India is implementing diverse strategies to address water scarcity through both traditional restoration and modern policy initiatives. In rural and regional areas, communities are reviving ancient water management struc

Odisha digital governance and accountability initiatives

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Odisha to automate appeals for delayed public services

The Odisha government has introduced new digital initiatives to enhance administrative accountability and public service delivery. Initially, the Revenue and Disaster Management Department launched a WhatsApp-based Reve

Odisha real estate and urban development

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Odisha government implements urban development and real estate reforms

The real estate and urban development landscape in Odisha is seeing simultaneous private sector expansion and government regulatory reform. In early August 2026, the Oriom Group, an industrial conglomerate, announced th

Swami Laxmanananda Saraswati murder investigation

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Odisha CM promises justice in Swami Lakshmanananda Saraswati murder case

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has raised allegations regarding the 2008 murder of Vishwa Hindu Parishad leader Swami Laxmanananda Saraswati and his associates. Majhi claims that reports from the Justice Naidu

Industrial expansion in Madhya Pradesh

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: India expands industrial capacity with major investments in MP, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh

Industrial expansion is increasing in Madhya Pradesh through new investments from major corporate groups. In mid-August, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced that the Arvind Group would establish three industrial units

Odisha healthcare expansion and infrastructure upgrades

3 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Odisha CM reviews SCB Medical College infrastructure expansion

In late July 2026, the Odisha government approved 152 new super-speciality posts and added five specialty departments to its medical colleges. On 5 August 2026, Health Minister Mukesh Mahaling led the State Health and Fa

Legal dispute over Mahaprabhu Jagannath film release

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Mahaprabhu Jagannath film set for August 28 release

The release of the animated film ‘Mahaprabhu Jagannath’ faced legal challenges in India. The Odisha government petitioned the Supreme Court to halt the film, arguing that its content could cause “law-and-order problems”

Odisha industrial and scientific development

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: Odisha advances skill development and technical education reforms

Odisha is pursuing a multi-faceted strategy to bolster its industrial and scientific landscape. The state is establishing India’s first rail-tech park in the Khordha district to support railway modernization, backed by i