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Odisha Forestry Project Transforms Lives of 7.5 Lakh Forest-Dependent Villagers

July 19, 2026July 19, 2026ONNLeave a Comment

A community-led forestry initiative in Odisha is successfully combining livelihood generation with sustainable forest conservation, bringing new hope to thousands of vulnerable families. Officials announced this morning that the Odisha Forestry Sector Development Project Phase-II (OFSDP-II), supported by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), has positively impacted over 7.55 lakh forest-dependent individuals across the state […]

India’s Bullet Train Dream Accelerates Amidst Doubled Costs: Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail Project Nears ₹2 Lakh Crore Mark

January 5, 2026ONNLeave a Comment

In a significant development for India’s ambitious infrastructure landscape, the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) project, popularly known as the Bullet Train, is now estimated to cost an astounding ₹1.98 lakh crore. This revised figure, nearly double its initial sanction of approximately ₹1.08 lakh crore, signals a substantial financial commitment as the nation races towards the […]