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Bhubaneswar: In what could be the stepping stone of a new political equation in Odisha ahead of the general elections, expelled BJD leader and former minister Damodar Rout was seen at the Congress camp today. Rout along with leaders of several political outfits was seen attending the ‘Sambidhan Banchao’ conference at Congress Bhawan here in […]

Bhubaneswar: Following unrest on campuses, the students’ union elections in seven educational institutions including two universities- Ravenshaw University and Sambalpur University were cancelled today. Sources said the authorities of Ravenshaw University decided not to hold the students’ union election following demonstration by several student groups who were demanding holding of direct elections. It is for […]

Bhubaneswar: Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan today claimed that the Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) will come to power in Odisha in the upcoming elections. Pradhan’s statements came in reponse of the recent India Today survey which claimed that Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik still enjoyed top position in terms of popularity in the state. Patnaik left […]

Bhubaneswar/Puri: Making BJP’s intent clear ahead of the upcoming general elections, national president of the saffron party, Amit Shah, today slammed the Biju Janata Dal (BJD)-led State government for its failure in ensuring development of the State. While addressing the executive meeting of party’s Mahila Morcha in Puri, Amit Shah claimed that Odisha will become […]

Jharsuguda: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today dedicated Jharsuguda airport, the second commercial airport in Odisha, to the people of the nation during his one-day visit to the State. Apart from inaugurating the Jharsuguda Airport, the maiden flight under UDAN (Ude Desh Ka Aam Naagrik) scheme from Jharsuguda to Raipur was also flagged off today. With […]

Bhubaneswar: The recent arrest of journalist Abhijit Iyer Mitra by Odisha police in New Delhi on charges of making derogatory statements about Odisha and Konark Sun Temple has landed the Odisha government in the firing line with journalists across the spectrum criticising such high handedness. The turn of events that led to the arrest of […]

Bhadrak: The flood situation in Bhadrak continues to remain grim with Baitarani River crossing its danger mark near Akhuapada today. The river was flowing at 18.47 metres against the danger mark of 17.83 metres till the last reports came in. Though the district did not receive any rainfall yesterday, flood water is yet to recede […]

Bhubaneswar: After Telangana, speculations are now rife over dissolution of Odisha Assembly which could pave way for early elections. The statements of ruling-BJD spokesperson Arun Sahoo today added fuel to such speculations in the State. “From the ongoing buzz in media to discussions everywhere and preparations by the Election Commission of India, the BJD is […]

Bhubaneswar: The proceedings of the monsoon session of Odisha Assembly were disrupted following ruckus created by ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD) over fuel price rise and also by Congress members on teachers’ agitation in the State. The monsoon session of the Assembly witnessed uproarious scenes after BJD members staged protest over rising prices of petrol […]

Balasore: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik today dedicated Fakir Mohan Medical College and Hospital to the people of the state. “With the opening of the Fakir Mohan Medical College and Hospital, the long cherished dream of the people of Balasore has been fulfilled. With this, the strength of seats in seven medical colleges has gone […]

Bhubaneswar: Amidst the on-going tug of war between Odisha and Chhattisgarh over release of excess floodwater by the latter without prior information, the Mahanadi River Water Disputes Tribunal is slated to hold its first hearing on September 29 in New Delhi. On this backdrop, all eyes will be on Odisha government’s stand on the Mahanadi […]

Cuttack: The Board of Secondary Education (BSE) Odisha today announced major reforms in the conduct of the matriculation examination. As per the decision, the examination pattern of matriculation examination will be changed and a new pattern will be implemented from 2020-21 session. Confirming the development, BSE president Jahanara Begum informed that OMR sheet and multiple […]

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government directed Collectors of several districts to remain ‘alert’ keeping in view a possible flood in Mahanadi basin as Hirakud dam opened five additional gates today. Special Relief Commissioner Bishnupada Sethi informed that excess flood water from Hirakud dam is being released through 25 gates. As a result, nearly 8 to 8.5 […]

Bhubaneswar: The Vice President of India M Venkaiah Naidu today urged young doctors to treat medical profession as a ‘mission’ and not as commission. Delivering the first convocation address of AIIMS, Bhubaneswar, the VP stressed on bridging the gap between health care facilities in rural and urban areas in the country. In the fast paced […]

Bhubaneswar: Vice-President Venkaiah Naidu arrived here at Biju Patnaik International Aiport on a day’s tour to Odisha today. He was received by Odisha Governor Ganeshi Lal, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, Union Ministers Jual Oram and Dharmendra Pradhan at the aiport. The Vice President is scheduled to attend the first convocation of AIIMS, Bhubaneswar. Elaborate security […]