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Under Subhadra Yojan, every woman will receive a cash voucher of Rs 50,000 which can be encashed over two years. The party has promised to create 25 lakh Lakhpati Didis by 2027 with industrial clusters for every 500 SHGs to facilitate product marketing and promotion

Nadda said, "We have committed to create 25 Lakpati Didis in Odisha by promoting industry cluster with help of 500 SHGs and to provide R10,000 assistance to fishermen during non-production period."    

In Odisha, a government teacher was caught campaigning for the BJD, sparking controversy and prompting BJP demands for action. This incident highlights potential violations of laws restricting political activities by government employees during elections.

Sanjukta Satapathy, president of Mission Shakti in Kendrapara, is accused of MCC violations for participating in BJD's campaign activities. BJP's Krushnachandra Panda demands action after alleging her involvement in urging votes for BJD.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar discussed India's role as a 'Vishwa Bandhu' (world friend) emphasizing its diplomatic influence and global partnerships. Highlighting record FDI inflows and strategic connectivity projects with countries like UAE, Iran, and Russia, he outlined India's effort to enhance global cooperation.

The Indian National Congress (INC) announced candidate changes for five assembly seats in Odisha, including notable entries like Debasis Nayak and Sudarshan Das. The reshuffle comes ahead of the upcoming elections, reflecting strategic adjustments within the party.

In Jajpur, Odisha, two family members were electrocuted to death while one is critically injured. Ganesh Mandal and his son Ashu died during a home electrical repair, with Tulasi Mandal now in critical condition at Danagadi hospital.

The Mahanadi riverbed at Kakhadi, Athagarh, has become a crucial breeding ground for the endangered Indian Skimmer, with 165 birds recorded this season. Measures for their protection include round-the-clock surveillance and local community engagement.

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In Bhubaneswar, pirated NCERT books valued over Rs 10 lakh were seized from a book store following student complaints.

BJP leader and Tripura’s former Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb urged people to vote for the BJP for a double-engine government in the state.

As per political analysts, the support of Bengali voters is important for any candidate to win the election as they generally vote in favour of a single party unanimously based on certain issues.

Supporters of Samir Dash, an MLA from Nimapara, protested against BJD's decision to cancel his ticket for the upcoming election.

Following stern actions by the ECI on the erring officials, some other officials remote-controlled by the State government are reportedly in a fix.

Fire Services department personnel and Forest Department staff struggled to control the blaze amidst scorching heat, complicating their efforts.