Odisha coastal villages tsunami preparedness

Odisha Coastal Villages Recognized as Tsunami Ready by UNESCO: Enhancing Disaster Preparedness

Odisha’s 24 Coastal Villages Recognized as Tsunami Ready by UNESCO Introduction to the Recognition of Odisha’s Coastal Villages In a significant achievement, 24 coastal villages in Odisha have been officially recognized as “Tsunami Ready” by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). This prestigious recognition underscores the remarkable preparedness of these villages to…

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Mankidia community habitat rights

Mankidia Community Granted Habitat Rights Under Forest Rights Act 2006 in Odisha

Mankidia Community Becomes 6th PVTG to Get Habitat Rights Over Forests in Odisha IntroductionIn a significant development for indigenous rights in India, the Mankidia community, categorized as a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG), has been granted habitat rights over the forests in Odisha. This recognition makes the Mankidia community the sixth PVTG to receive such…

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Odisha Subhadra Scheme details

Odisha CM Majhi Launches Subhadra Scheme: Key Highlights and Impact

Odisha CM Majhi Launches Subhadra Scheme Odisha CM Majhi Launches Subhadra Scheme On August 22, 2024, Odisha Chief Minister Naba Das Majhi inaugurated the Subhadra Scheme, a new initiative aimed at enhancing the quality of life for the state’s marginalized communities. This scheme is a significant step towards social welfare and empowerment, focusing on providing…

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India rice ATM initiative

India’s First Rice ATM: Odisha’s Innovative Step Towards Efficient Rice Distribution

Odisha Launches India’s First Rice ATM Introduction to India’s First Rice ATM In a pioneering move, the state of Odisha has introduced India’s first-ever rice ATM. This innovative initiative, launched by the Odisha government, aims to streamline the distribution of subsidized rice to the state’s beneficiaries. This rice ATM is designed to automate the process,…

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Surama Padhy Odisha Speaker

Surama Padhy Elected as Odisha Assembly Speaker: A Historic Milestone

Padhy Elected as Odisha Assembly Speaker Unanimous Election and Special Session In a significant political development, Surama Padhy, a senior BJP leader, has been unanimously elected as the Speaker of the Odisha Assembly. This historic election marks her as the second woman to ever hold this esteemed position. Padhy, representing the Ranpur constituency in Nayagarh…

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Paradip Port cargo handling

Paradip Port Emerges as India’s Top Cargo Handling Port: Boosting Maritime Infrastructure

Paradip Port Emerges as India’s Top Cargo Handling Port in 2023-24 In a significant development for India’s maritime sector, Paradip Port has secured the top position in cargo handling for the fiscal year 2023-24. The port’s remarkable performance underscores its pivotal role in facilitating trade and commerce, positioning it as a key player in India’s…

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Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik

Indoor Athletics Aquatic Centres Inaugurated by Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik: A Game-Changer in Sports Development

Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik Inaugurates India’s First Indoor Athletics and Aquatic Centres In a landmark move aimed at bolstering sports infrastructure in India, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated the nation’s maiden Indoor Athletics and Aquatic Centres in Odisha. The state-of-the-art facilities mark a significant leap forward in the country’s sporting landscape, promising to nurture talent…

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Cuttack Rupa GI tag

Cuttack Rupa and Tarakasi Banglar Muslin: Geographical Indication (GI) Tag and Cultural Heritage

Cutback’s Rupa, Tarakasi & Banglar Muslin Get GI Tag In recent developments, Cuttack’s traditional art forms, Rupa, Tarakasi, and Banglar Muslin, have been awarded the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. This recognition is a significant milestone for the artisans and the cultural heritage of Cuttack. The GI tag ensures that these unique crafts are protected from…

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Project ODISERV Odisha

Project ODISERV: Dharmendra Pradhan Empowers Odisha Graduates

Dharmendra Pradhan Launches Project ODISERV for Odisha’s Graduates The Union Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, recently inaugurated “Project ODISERV,” aimed at enhancing the employability of graduates in Odisha. This initiative comes as a significant stride towards addressing the unemployment challenges faced by the state’s educated youth. Why this News is Important The inauguration of Project ODISERV…

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