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Keonjhar: The state government has reconstituted the trust board of Keonjhar District Mineral Foundation (DMF) after a gap of seven years. According to a notification (10611/24) issued by the Planning and Convergence department July 24, the board now comprises 31 members. The Keonjhar Collector will...

Kendrapara: Police Wednesday arrested six persons, including a 20-year-old engineering student, in Kendrapara for looting the house of a retired doctor by posing as Vigilance officials, police said. According to Derabish police station inspector-in-charge (IIC) Ambika Prasad, the accused were arrested after a special squad...

Phulbani: The body of a Class V girl in Pionda area of Phulbani town in Kandhamal district was found hanging at her residence, raising suspicion of murder, allegedly by her paternal aunt’s son, who was staying with the family. Given the sensitive nature of the...

Paradip: Paradip Port Authority (PPA) has achieved a historic milestone by clocking a record 50 Million Metric Tonne (MMT) cargo throughput within the first four months of the current financial year (FY 2025–26). This feat marks the fastest 50 MMT ever handled in the port’s...

Phulbani: Whether in a spicy curry or as crisp, golden chips, jackfruit has always been a seasonal delight. But that’s about to change. Processed jackfruit products, such as diced cuts, chips and powder, will now be available year-round, making it easier for households to enjoy...

Chandbali: A tuition teacher from Chandanbindha village under Chandbali police limits of Bhadrak district was arrested Tuesday for allegedly misbehaving with a Class V girl student. According to a written complaint lodged by the girl's father at the police station, the accused, identified as Ajit...

Keonjhar: Two minor girls drowned in a pond at Nakajhari village under Ghatgaon police station in Keonjhar district Tuesday. The deceased were identified as Amrita Bala, 7, and Bhumi Naik, 10, of the village under the Ghatgaon block. According to sources, both were studying at...

Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to protect Odisha’s rich spiritual and architectural heritage, the state government plans to introduce a comprehensive policy aimed at streamlining rituals, improving temple management, and conserving ancient temples. Law, Works, and Excise Minister Prithiviraj Harichandan announced the initiative Wednesday during...

Koraput: In a major step toward blending clean energy with agriculture, Odisha hosted its first state-level summit on Agri-Photovoltaics (APV) Wednesday. The event brought together policymakers, researchers, farmers, and industry leaders to explore solar-powered farming solutions. Organised by Passing Gifts, a subsidiary of Heifer International,...

Bhubaneswar: Continuing its effort to relocate and rehabilitate slum dwellers in the Capital city under its Affordable Housing Projects (AHP) and In-situ Slum Redevelopment (ISSR) schemes, Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) conducted a lottery draw for the allotment of houses to 38 beneficiaries at the BDA...