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CM Mohan Majhi Launches Projects Worth ₹2,612 Crore on World Water Day; Calls for a “Water Secure” Odisha

Bhubaneswar: Celebrating the spirit of conservation on World Water Day 2026, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi launched a massive suite of developmental projects worth ₹2,612 crore. During the state-level function held at the Lok Seva Bhawan Convention Centre, the Chief Minister laid the foundation stones for 17 projects valued at ₹2,292 crore and inaugurated 124 completed […]

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The “User Fee” Controversy : Why BMC’s Push for Garbage Collection Charges Faces Legal and Public Backlash

Bhubaneswar: For the past few days, residents of Bhubaneswar have been under increasing pressure from the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) to pay a “User Fee” for waste management. While many citizens have already paid the amount as directed by BMC officials, a growing wave of concern regarding the legal validity of this fee has sparked a […]

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No Liquor Shops Within 1 km of Puri Jagannath Temple; Online Delivery Ban Recommended

Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to preserve the sanctity of religious sites and protect the youth from substance abuse, the Standing Committee on Excise has issued a series of stringent recommendations to the Odisha Excise Department. Most notably, the committee has recommended a complete ban on liquor shops within a 1-kilometer radius of the Puri Jagannath […]

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Strengthening Digital Sovereignty: Odisha’s Leap Toward Indigenous Governance Systems

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 […]

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Slogans vs. Statistics: Probing the Transparency of Odisha’s Employment Claims

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 […]

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Major Health Move: Odisha Government Imposes Complete Ban on Gutka and Paan Masala

Bhubaneswar: In a major decision, the State Government has banned intoxicants such as Paan Masala, Gutka, and Khaini across the state. The government has imposed restrictions on these substances. A notification in this regard has been issued by the Department of Health and Family Welfare. According to the notification, the directives of the Supreme Court will […]

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Odisha CM Fast-Tracks Rural Infra: Reviews Status of Pending ‘Ama Odisha Nabin Odisha’ Projects

Bhubaneswar, 12/1 : In a significant move to accelerate rural infrastructure development across the state, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi today chaired a high-level review meeting at the Lok Seva Bhawan to assess the progress of ongoing projects initiated under the ‘Ama Odisha Nabin Odisha’ (AONO) scheme. While the current administration has announced the […]

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