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Orissa HC orders govt to amend VRS in OCS, rejects petition on grounds of 'larger public interest'

India, Feb. 27 -- The Orissa High Court has directed the state government to amend the voluntary retirement provisions in the Odisha Civil Services (Pension) Rules, 1992. The court ordered the changes... Read More


Servitor falls from Lingaraj temple while performing Mahadeepa ritual on Maha Shivratri, hospitalised

India, Feb. 27 -- A sebayat (temple servitor) accidentally slipped and fell while climbing to place the Mahadeepa on the pinnacle of the Lingaraj Temple in Bhubaneswar, as part of the Maha Shivratri r... Read More


Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava Controversy: Fake content, manipulation or PR strategy to pump in more money?

Orissa, Feb. 26 -- Chhaava led by Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna has emerged as a blockbuster. Despite allegations of corporate and block booking on Maddock Films, this Dinesh Vijan-produced flic... Read More


Aamir, Shah Rukh, Salman Khan will turn 60 this year; What will happen if Khan era ends?

Orissa, Feb. 26 -- The trio of Aamir Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, and Salman Khan will turn 60 this year, Aamir, SRK, and Salman were born in the same year- 1965. While Aamir will celebrate his 60th birthday... Read More


Maha Shivratri Special: Bull 'offering obeisance' at Lord Shiva Temple is the best thing on the internet, watch

Orissa, Feb. 26 -- Maha Shivratri being one of the most significant festivals is celebrated with immense fervour and devotion in India. Devotees observe fasting, visit Lord Shiva temples, conduct pooj... Read More


Class 10 girl 'giving birth at Chitrakonda hostel' sparks political debate in Odisha

Orissa, Feb. 26 -- After reports that a Class 10 student gave birth at a hostel in Chitrakonda block of Malkangiri district, the matter has become a point of contention. Deputy Leader of Opposition Pr... Read More


'New Bhubaneswar' & 5 'Tri-Cities' to transform Odisha's urban landscape

Orissa, Feb. 26 -- Odisha government's annual budget in 2025 placed a strong emphasis on urban and rural development. A major highlight is the proposed 'New Bhubaneswar' at around Rs 408 crore earmark... Read More


Bhadrak horror: Elderly woman hacked to death, two others critical in armed intruders' attack

India, Feb. 25 -- A woman died on the spot while two others sustained grievous injuries after a violent break-in at a house in Deopada village of Rajendranagar panchayat under Bhandaripokhari block in... Read More


KIIT girl student death case: Nepalese students 'reluctant' to return to university amid safety concerns

India, Feb. 25 -- The recent unrest at KIIT University in Bhubaneswar over a Nepali student's death, allegedly by suicide, has reportedly left many fellow students hesitating to resume their studies. ... Read More


Odisha's Olive Ridley conservation efforts bear fruit with record nesting at Ganjam's Rushikulya beach

India, Feb. 25 -- More than 7,00,000 Olive Ridley turtles have arrived at Rushikulya beach in Ganjam district in the last one week, creating a record-breaking nesting event. This remarkable number exc... Read More