News from Bhubaneswar

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi to disburse the third installment of Subhadra Yojana on August 9 in Jeypore, benefiting over one crore women. The scheme's steering committee reviewed implementation and discussed eligibility criteria.

Odisha faces backlash as OSSSC cancels RI, ARI, Amin, and ICDS Supervisor exams due to Sify Technologies' alleged malpractice, sparking protests among aspirants.

Odisha faces heavy rainfall as IMD issues orange and yellow alerts for several districts, urging residents to stay alert and avoid outdoor activities during severe weather.

Senior OAS officer Sarthak Saurabh Mohapatra accused by wife Archana Dash of abandoning her and their newborn in a hospital, alongside allegations of domestic abuse. An FIR has been lodged at Mahila Police Station. Archana further alleged that she had been subjected to mental and physical harassment by her husband, mother-in-law, and sister-in-law soon after marriage.

Over 350 professors have applied for 13 Vice-Chancellor positions in Odisha's universities, with delays anticipated due to incomplete Syndicate formations. The BJP-led government's reforms aim to resolve past legal issues. The scrutiny is further prolonged because several professors have applied to multiple universities.

Odisha's Health Department issues urgent advisory as snakebite cases surge post-floods, emphasising the 'golden hour' for treatment and anti-venom availability in affected districts. This period is critical for minimising the neurotoxicity and myotoxicity, and for early diagnosis. Besides, expert advice is very important during this time to save a life.

Odisha Vigilance uncovered significant assets in a raid on Assistant Engineer Ashok Kumar Panda's property, revealing joint investments with Raja Kishore Jena and attempts to evade detection.

Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida announced the reopening of the Subhadra Portal for applications post-August 9, offering young women a chance to avail financial benefits.

Odisha's PWD to integrate AI for faster tender processing, reducing evaluation time from months to a week, as announced by Minister Prithviraj Harichandan.

The Bhubaneswar Metro Rail project faces delays as DMRC terminates contracts for Phase-I, but the state confirms it's not scrapped. A revised DPR is underway to align with urban transport needs.

Infocity in Bhubaneswar faces severe road damage due to unscientific pipeline excavation, worsened by monsoon rains, causing safety hazards and traffic disruptions.

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi launched 'Akanksha Haat Abhiyan', a week-long campaign to enhance market access for indigenous products from underdeveloped areas, aiming to improve local economies.

IMD predicts heavy rainfall in Odisha due to cyclonic circulation, with thunderstorms and gusty winds expected in several districts, including Keonjhar and Kalahandi.

Odisha's Similipal Tiger Reserve is set to welcome male tigers to aid in the breeding and conservation of its two thriving tigresses, Zeenat and Yamuna, marking a strategic shift from the failed Satkosia relocation project. This initiative was announced by the Odisha Forest Department on International Tiger Day.

Odisha initiates its first Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls since 2002, aiming to eliminate fake voters and update details through door-to-door verification by BLOs, amidst mixed political reactions. The survey is expected to begin very soon, and its success will depend on the cooperation of local administrations and transparent procedures.