BHUBANESWAR: With only two days remaining for the Rajya Sabha elections in the Odisha Legislative Assembly, the political climate in the state has reached a fever pitch. As the three major parties—the ruling BJP, the main opposition BJD, and the Congress—finalize their strategies, the battle for the upper house seats has become a high-stakes contest. Congress […]
Read More Text.BHADRAK: Despite having a vast network of water bodies and a large fishing community, Bhadrak district is struggling to meet its local demand for fish. The district currently faces a 50% deficit in production, making it heavily dependent on supplies from Andhra Pradesh to feed its population. The Demand-Supply Gap According to official reports, Bhadrak requires […]
Read More Text.KENDRAPARA: The foundational education system in Kendrapara district is facing a severe infrastructure crisis, with nearly 40% of Anganwadi centers operating without their own dedicated buildings. Thousands of children are currently forced to attend classes on school verandas, in local clubs, or within the private residences of Anganwadi workers. The Numbers: According to official data, there […]
Read More Text.WASHINGTON — The Pentagon has launched a high-level investigation into a devastating strike on an Iranian elementary school that resulted in the deaths of 168 children. The move comes as the Trump administration faces intensifying international scrutiny regarding the incident. If the inquiry confirms that American forces were responsible for the attack on the girls’ school […]
Read More Text.The Government of Odisha has introduced a new approach to budget preparation—the multi-year budgeting system. Simply put, every department will now know their allocated funding for the next three years. The objective is to facilitate long-term planning and transform Odisha into a $500 billion economy by 2036 and a $1.5 trillion economy by 2047. This […]
Read More Text.The Government of Odisha has taken a significant step toward strengthening its digital ecosystem. An indigenous email system under the domain @odisha.gov.in, along with a video conferencing platform named “Alap” and an “e-Diary,” have been made mandatory for official government work. Developed by the Odisha Computer Application Centre (OCAC), the primary objective of these systems is […]
Read More Text.The Odisha government’s recent declaration—that it has created or filled 38,000 government positions within the first 17 months of its term—has struck a chord with the state’s youth and provided a powerful narrative for the ruling party. However, while these figures are frequently highlighted in public addresses and job fairs, they currently lack a foundation […]
Read More Text.Cuttack: Vice President CP Radhakrishnan commemorated the 129th birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, praising his extraordinary courage, unwavering patriotism, and selfless sacrifices for the nation. Addressing the gathering on Parakram Diwas in Cuttack, he emphasized that Netaji not only fought for India’s independence but also envisioned the country’s development and future progress. Radhakrishnan […]
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Former Indian cricketer Atul Wasan has commented on the ongoing dispute between India and Bangladesh regarding the upcoming T20 World Cup. He advised the Bangladesh Cricket Board to avoid shifting the match away from India and instead focus on resolving tensions between the two nations. Wasan emphasized that maintaining sports diplomacy could be more beneficial […]
Read More Text.Bangladesh’s former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has spoken publicly for the first time since going into exile, warning that the country is facing extreme violence and terror. Addressing an online gathering in New Delhi, she said Bangladesh, once liberated under her father Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, is now under attack by extremist forces and foreign interference. […]
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