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Updated on: Aug 2026
Facial Recognition Cameras to Track Government Staff in Odisha
Technology

Facial Recognition Cameras to Track Government Staff in Odisha

Government of Odisha has announced the deployment of AI-powered surveillance cameras across state offices to monitor employee attendance, performance, and workplace conduct. The initiative, unveiled during a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja, is part of a broader strategy to improve governance, curb absenteeism, and strengthen institutional integrity. The rollout will begin at […]

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Government Offices in Odisha to Host Women’s Safety Workshops
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Government Offices in Odisha to Host Women’s Safety Workshops

Government of Odisha has announced a comprehensive plan to conduct orientation programmes on women’s safety at workplaces across various government offices. The initiative aims to raise awareness about the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (PoSH Act) and foster a culture of mutual respect, dignity, and zero tolerance toward […]

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Women Employees in Odisha Get Clarity on Maternity Leave Rules
Labour Law

Women Employees in Odisha Get Clarity on Maternity Leave Rules

Odisha government has introduced clear guidelines regarding maternity leave for women government employees, aiming to resolve confusion surrounding eligibility and duration under various circumstances. The new framework, approved by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, provides structured leave policies for expectant mothers, those joining service post-childbirth, and cases involving miscarriage, stillbirth, or newborn death. Key Highlights […]

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Odisha Joins Bihar and Kerala by Announcing Menstrual Leave
Compensation

Odisha Joins Bihar and Kerala by Announcing Menstrual Leave

The Odisha government has announced a new policy granting one-day menstrual leave to women employees in both the public and private sectors. This initiative, revealed during the Independence Day celebrations in Cuttack by Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida, allows women to take leave on either the first or second day of their menstrual cycle. The […]

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