Cuttack: A fire broke out in a biscuit factory in Jagatpur Industrial area in Odisha's Cuttack district Saturday, a fire officer said. Though most of the properties at the biscuit factory were damaged in the blaze but there was no loss of life, said assistant...
Bhubaneswar: Amid reports of rise in COVID-19 cases in Singapore, Thailand and Hong Kong, Odisha government Saturday said it is closely monitoring the situation and is in constant coordination with the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The state has also reportedly ramped up...
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik Saturday congratulated Neeraj Chopra for his maiden javelin throw of over 90 metres in an international event in Doha. Chopra finally breached the elusive 90m frontier with a 90.23m throw, but the...
Bhubaneswar: Hailing it as a "landmark decision", BJP's OBC Morcha and other social organisations thanked Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi for announcing 11.25 per cent reservation for students belonging to the Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBCs) in higher education. On the other hand,...
Bhubaneswar: At least nine people, including six women, were killed and some others injured in separate incidents of lightning strikes across Odisha amid thunderstorms in the state, officials said. While three persons died in Koraput district, two each died in Jajpur and Ganjam districts, and...
Bhubaneswar: In a bid to tackle drainage issues plaguing several areas in the City, Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja Friday chaired a high-level meeting that focused on urgent and sustainable solutions to persistent waterlogging and drainage challenges, particularly during monsoon. Key officials, including Housing and Urban...
Bhubaneswar: On the occasion of National Dengue Day Friday, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi appealed to the citizens to act together for eliminating dengue. “Every life matters. Let’s act together to eliminate dengue-clear stagnant water, stay vigilant, and protect our families. A cleaner, healthier #Odisha...
Bhubaneswar: In order to curb the rising stray dog population, and prevent safety and health related risks, Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) launched a comprehensive dog sterilisation and rabies vaccination programme here Friday. City Mayor Sulochana Das inaugurated the drive in presence of dignitaries, including Health...
Bhubaneswar: The sultry summer months, which often keep people indoors seeking cool comfort, also offer a valuable opportunity for students to explore new interests and develop skills beyond the regular academic curriculum through engaging summer camps. In a bid to provide children a creative break...
Bhubaneswar: Odisha government has set up the State Transgender Welfare Board to look into the rehabilitation and welfare of transgender persons, according to a notification. Around 30,000 transgender persons live in the state, officials said. The board has been formed in accordance with the provisions...
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