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Union Jal Shakti Minister Bishwesar Tudu
BJP targets Odisha govt over ‘Mo Ghara’ scheme, brands it meaningless

“If people will look closer they will understand that why this scheme has been launched at a time when lakhs of sanctioned houses under the PM Awas Yojana are lying undistributed with the State government,” said Union Jal Shakti Minister, Bishweswar Tudu.

Mahendra Singh Dhoni
Mahendra Singh Dhoni to join politics? Anand Mahindra’s ‘future leader’ remarks spark debate

In a tweet, Mahindra called Dhoni ‘an obvious future leader.’ This has sparked a debate about whether Dhoni will be seen in the political arena during the crucial 2024 elections.

RI Office Dahita, Padmapur
RI in vigilance net for accepting bribe of Rs 3300; arrested

As per reports, Suna demanded Rs 300 each as bribe to prepare land maps from 11 persons. A middleman named Samadeb Banchhor, gave the total bribe of Rs 3300 to Suna for the job.

drain mishap
Back-to-back mishaps in Cuttack: Girl injured in box drain tragedy dies

The girl was reportedly stuck under large pipes installed at the spot for the construction of the ongoing box drain project in the city.

Naba Das Murder Case
Naba Das murder: BJP slams CB chargesheet, reiterates demand for CBI probe

Opposition Chief Whip, Mohan Majhi said that "In the Crime Branch chargesheet, there is no mention of the bullet and whether it was the same which was fired from the gun of Gopal Das or it was some other bullet that hit Naba Das

Thunderstorm Alert
IMD predicts no change in max temp; thunderstorms likely in Odisha districts

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) further informed that the cyclonic circulations over south Chhattisgarh and south Telangana have become less marked.

car mishap
Taladanda canal car mishap: Officials asked to submit report, says Cuttack Collector

“In connection with yesterday’s incident, the superintending engineer of the R&B department and Sub-Collector (Sadar) have been asked to submit a report,” informed the Cuttack Collector.

Lord Nilamadhab goes without food for 2 days in Nayagarh as servitors stall rituals seeking cop's transfer
Lord Nilamadhab goes without food for 2 days in Nayagarh as servitors stall rituals seeking cop's transfer

The agitating servitors demanded the transfer of Kantilo outpost officer.  

Odisha tribal girl, who topped district in Plus II Commerce, turns labourer to meet education cost
Odisha tribal girl, who topped district in Plus II Commerce, turns labourer to meet education cost

These days Karama Muduli works as a daily labourer under the scorching sun to meet her education cost as her parents, who work as daily wagers, are unable to afford her education.

CHSE +2 Science, Commerce Results
Odisha Plus 2 Science, Commerce results to be announced tomorrow

As per the CHSE Controller of Examinations, the Plus 2 Science and Commerce stream results will be announced at 11 am tomorrow.

  • Tuesday, 30 May 2023
  • CHSE
Odisha Vigilance
Odisha Vigilance detects bribery through PhonePe, warns bribe takers and facilitators

In a tweet, the Vigilance Directorate wrote, “Odisha Vigilance is committed to take strong action against bribe takers and their facilitators. Remember, you aren't safe when taking bribe through PhonePe. We will follow the digital footprints and come after you.”

+2-exam
Odisha govt announces to increase Plus 2 seats after high pass percentage in Matric exam

As per the official announcement made by the school and mass education minister and department secretary, the Plus seats will be increased from 2023-24 academic year.

Woman, 6-year-old daughter killed in road mishap in Odisha, roadblock staged  
Woman, 6-year-old daughter killed in road mishap in Odisha, roadblock staged  

Muktar Khan of Mulisingh area under Tirtol police limits along with his daughter-in-law and two granddaughters was going to a nearby hospital on a scooter. As they were nearing Chasapada Square, a sand-laden truck hit them. 

Man hacks wife to death, ends life in Odisha 
Man hacks wife to death, ends life in Odisha 

Some villagers first spotted Bhaskar’s body hanging from a tree a few yards from his house and immediately informed his family members. 

Dresses not stitched but woven 110 years ago, a centre of attraction in Odisha’s Subarnapur 
Dresses not stitched but woven 110 years ago, a centre of attraction in Odisha’s Subarnapur 

The simple-looking dresses are attracting crowds not because of them being ancient ones but because of another startling fact. The fact is that they are not stitched but woven.

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