Miscellaneous News Updates

GHATS SUBMERGED
WATCH: Rising Ganga Waters Submerge Varanasi Ghats

The rising water level of Ganga River has submerged several low-lying area of Varanasi, including some famous ghats. As per reports, the area from the Assi Ghat to the Namo Ghat is completely submerged. Water level had crossed danger mark on Saturday which led to inundation of many agricultural and residential areas near the banks of the river.

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Bank Holiday On Nuakhai
Nuakhai in Odisha: Banks to remain shut on September 1

The Odisha government on Monday announced that the banks will remain closed on September 1, 2022, on the occasion of Nuakhai.

After Demolition
WATCH | Supertech’s Twin Towers Demolition Aftermath

Noida Supertech’s Twin Towers were turned to dust at 2:30pm on Sunday (28th August).The entire area looks war-ravaged as scattered dust, piles of cement, ash and rubble debris mask the ground. To restore normalcy, around 100 water tankers and 300 staff were deployed to begin the cleaning process. No significant damage has been reported in the buildings adjacent to the demolished towers.

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Distorted Ganesh idols in Cuttack: Orissa High Court refuses to intervene
Distorted Ganesh idols in Cuttack: Orissa HC refuses to step in

The idol makers claimed that they will incur heavy loss if they are not allowed to sell the idols and have to demolish them. They urged the HC that they should be allowed to sell the idols.

THIS IS VERY RISKY!
WATCH: Passenger Slips While Boarding Moving Train At Cuttack Railway Station

A passenger at the Cuttack railway station had a close shave after he slipped and got stuck between the train and the platform while trying to board a moving train. Immediately, an RPF Constable and people present at the platform jumped to the rescue of the passenger and pulled him to safety. Watch these visuals.

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New Number Plate | Mandatory HSRP – Check Vehicle’s Deadline & What’s The Penalty

High Security Registration Plate (HSRP) Deadline Extended. HSRP Deadline In Odisha Extended From Aug 31 to Sep 30. Sep 30 Deadline for Vehicle Numbers ending with 1,2,3,4. Deadline for Vehicle Numbers ending with 5, 6: Oct 31. Last Date for Numbers ending with 7, 8: Nov 30. Last Date for Numbers ending with 9, 0: Dec 31. NO HSRP Penalty between Rs 5000 & Rs 10,000.

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Inspiring! Freak mishap couldn’t stop this Jeypore boy from becoming a football player
Inspiring! Freak mishap couldn’t stop this Jeypore boy from becoming a football player

His unwavering determination and never-give-up attitude is helping him scale greater heights.

SPY CAMERA IN BULB
Say Bye To CCTV Camera! Check Out Spy LED Bulb Cameras Which Also Have WiFi Features

CCTV cameras will soon become a thing of the past. Specially designed electric bulbs will now serve dual purpose. These bulbs will not only provide light but also function as spy cameras.

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CDA’s eviction drive sparks tension at Petanal
CDA’s eviction drive sparks tension at Petanal

Meanwhile, CDA has decided to write to the state government following the eviction drive seeking rehabilitation of the slum-dwellers.

ANSWER KEY VIRAL
Special OTET 2022: Viral 'Answer Keys' Real Or Fake? Malkangiri DEO Responds

The tentative answer keys believed to be of the special Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) have reportedly gone viral on social media shortly before the commencement of the examination in Malkangiri district on Monday (Aug 29). The district education officer said the authenticity of answer keys is being verified.

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NEW TOURIST DESTINATION
Arunachal Pradesh’s Kaho Village Will Soon Become A Tourist Destination

Kaho village of Arunachal Pradesh situated along the easternmost India-China LAC (Line of Actual Control) will soon become a tourist destination. Kaho village is a prominent part of Indian history as villagers here played an important role in the 1962 Indo-China war. When Kaho was under China’s aggression, the civilians had helped the Indian Armed Forces who were outnumbered during an attack. 

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Special OTET 2022: 'Answer keys' go viral on social media before exam in Malkangiri
Special OTET 2022: 'Answer keys' go viral on social media before exam in Malkangiri

Upon verification, it was found that the viral answer keys were of the exam held.

Bhuasuni dumping yard issue: Stalemate continues as village meeting yields no result, another meetin
Bhuasuni dumping yard issue: Stalemate continues as village meeting yields no result, another meeting today 

All eyes are on the outcome of the second village meeting scheduled to be held today to end the impasse over the Bhuasuni dumping yard.

This is why goods train seems longer than passenger train 
This is why goods train seems longer than passenger train 

The lengths of a goods train and passenger train should not exceed 650 metres.

No bridges: These two Odisha villages tell the tale of 'govt apathy'
No bridges: These two Odisha villages tell the tale of 'govt apathy'

Even after tall claims of the State government, residents of many villages in the rural belts of Odisha continue to suffer due to lack of proper road connectivity.

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