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October 13, 2026
Jsg Times
Weather

Odisha Bids Farewell to Monsoon as Dry Conditions Prevail

The southwest monsoon has officially retreated from ten districts in Odisha, marking a transition to dry weather across the state. Meteorological forecasts indicate that the remaining areas will follow...

September 28, 2026
Jsg Times
Environment

Flood Threat Grows in Coastal Odisha as Hirakud Dam Gates Open

Coastal districts of Odisha are on high alert following the release of floodwater from the Hirakud dam, impacting agriculture and infrastructure in the region.

September 23, 2026
Jsg Times
Business

Odisha’s Poultry Industry: Nearly 24,000 Farms and Significant Meat Production

Odisha boasts 23,956 broiler poultry farms contributing to the production of 164,000 metric tonnes of meat and nearly 41 million eggs annually, according to the state's Fisheries Minister.

September 17, 2026
Jsg Times
National

Odisha Enhances Weather Monitoring with New Doppler Radar in Sambalpur

Odisha has unveiled a new Doppler weather radar in Sambalpur to improve storm tracking and reservoir management across 13 districts, enhancing safety and agricultural resilience.

August 1, 2026
Jsg Times
National

Chittaranjan Sahoo Retires, Leaving a Lasting Impact on Odisha’s Horticulture

Chittaranjan Sahoo, the Deputy Director of Horticulture in Rayagada, has retired after 30 years of transforming Odisha's agricultural landscape through innovation and farmer empowerment.

July 9, 2026
Jsg Times
Environment

Industrial Fly Ash Contaminates Farmland in Odisha’s Belpahar Due to Recent Rains

In Odisha's Belpahar block, recent rainfall has resulted in industrial fly ash washing onto agricultural fields, raising concerns among farmers about soil quality and crop yields for the kharif...

June 6, 2026
Jsg Times
Weather

IMD Forecasts Timely Monsoon for Odisha’s Raja Festival

The India Meteorological Department predicts that the southwest monsoon will arrive in Odisha between June 13 and 16, coinciding with the vibrant women's festival, Raja. While this is promising...

May 16, 2026
Jsg Times
Business

Union Cabinet Decisions Set to Transform Odisha into a Major Agricultural and Industrial Hub

The Union Cabinet's recent policy decisions are expected to significantly impact Odisha's economy, particularly in agriculture and industrial sectors.

May 5, 2026
Jsg Times
Environment

Farmers and Fisherfolk Alarmed as Mahanadi River Dries Up

Prolonged heatwave conditions have led to a significant water crisis in Odisha, particularly affecting the Mahanadi River and the livelihoods of local farmers and fisherfolk.

March 27, 2026
Jsg Times
Business

ORMAS Acquires 128 Tonnes of Tomatoes from Five Odisha Districts to Prevent Distress Sales

The Odisha Rural Development and Marketing Society (ORMAS) has procured 128.3 metric tonnes of tomatoes from five districts to directly connect rural farmers with industrial buyers, ensuring better prices...