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By RISHABH PAREKH, OP Bhubaneswar: Ahead of the Asia Rugby Emirates U20 Sevens 2026, scheduled for November 14 and 15 at Kalinga Stadium here, Suryabanshi Suraj, Sports Minister, Government of Odisha, unveiled the official tournament trophy Friday. Speaking on the occasion, Suraj said, “Odisha is...

Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to provide a major platform for its skilled youth to showcase their talent, with the Odisha Skills Competition 2026-27 scheduled to be held across the state in three phases, beginning November 28. The competition will bring together aspiring candidates from all...

By ARINDAM GANGULY, OP Bhubaneswar: Childhood, once synonymous with carefree play, outdoor adventures and innocent curiosity, is increasingly turning into a race against academic deadlines, parental expectations and digital distractions. Packed schedules, examination pressure and shrinking playgrounds are leaving children with little time to simply...

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi Friday approved the grant-in-aid for 194 high schools and increased the monthly honorarium of part-time art, music and sports teachers from Rs 10,000 to Rs 16,000, addressing long-standing demands of teachers and non-teaching staff in educational institutions. The decisions...

Bhubaneswar: The Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha, Friday announced the schedule for the 2027 matriculation (Class X) examinations. According to the official notification, the annual High School Certificate, Madhyamik and State Open School Certificate examinations (for 2024) will be held from March 12 to...

Bhubaneswar: Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan Friday described Congress leader Rahul Gandhi as a "liar" and accused him of working to weaken democracy in the country by creating false narratives on the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Chouhan, who took part in a programme...

By MANAS CHANDRA PATTANAIK, OP Nirakarpur: Imagine 100 students trying to learn in a single classroom, with many struggling to hear their teachers. This is the reality at Ugratara Government High School in Nuagarh panchayat under Tangi block of Khordha district, where 421 students share...

Bhubaneswar: National Commission for Women (NCW) Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar Friday called for greater awareness and collective action to prevent stalking, asserting that respecting women's choices, consent and dignity is the true expression of strength. Addressing an awareness workshop on stalking, jointly organised by the Odisha...

By TRINATH MOHANTY, OP Bhubaneswar: More than 1,500 illegal firearms are reportedly in the hands of criminals in Bhubaneswar, raising serious concerns over public safety and the city’s law-and-order situation. According to an intelligence report submitted to the police, these firearms are being smuggled into...

Baripada: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi Friday attended the cultural gathering of the National Bandana Festival–2026, organised at Aguada in Mayurbhanj district as the chief guest. On the occasion, he praised the Kudumi community for its rich ancient traditions, hard work, agricultural heritage and deep-rooted...