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17 hours ago | pragativadi.com | Yajati Keshari Rout

The Odisha Cabinet has approved the construction of the Khairibandhan Barrage over the Khairibandhan River in Anlabeni village, Jashipur block, Mayurbhanj district. The project aims to enhance irrigation, drinking water supply, and livelihood opportunities for thousands of residents. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced the decision, highlighting the government’s commitment to supporting agriculture and rural communities.

18 hours ago | pragativadi.com | Yajati Keshari Rout

In a significant development for higher education in Odisha, the state government has granted 40 acres of land for the expansion of Dharanidhar University in Keonjhar. This move paves the way for the establishment of northern and southern campuses, further solidifying the university’s educational footprint in the region. The Odisha Cabinet, under the leadership of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, approved the allocation of 197 decimal government land under a lease agreement.

18 hours ago | pragativadi.com | Yajati Keshari Rout

Researchers from Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences, (CeNS) a Bengaluru based autonomous institute under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), have created a groundbreaking new catalyst designed to make crucial oxygen-related catalytic reactions faster, more affordable, and efficient. Electrocatalysis involving oxygen underpins numerous clean energy technologies, such as splitting water to produce hydrogen, creating clean fuels, and manufacturing chemicals like hydrogen peroxide.

18 hours ago | pragativadi.com | Yajati Keshari Rout

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) is closely monitoring a developing low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal, which could intensify into Cyclone Shakti between May 23 and 28. While no official cyclone warning has been issued yet, meteorological models suggest that coastal regions of Odisha and West Bengal may experience heavy rainfall and strong winds if the system strengthens.

18 hours ago | pragativadi.com | Yajati Keshari Rout

Odisha is witnessing intense thunderstorms and heavy rainfall as Nor’Westers continue to impact various districts. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings, predicting adverse weather conditions until May 18. A cyclonic circulation over eastern Bihar and parts of West Bengal has led to the formation of strong thunderstorms. The impact of these systems is evident in Odisha, where lightning and gusty winds reaching speeds of 30-50 km/h have been reported.