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NTA to conduct nationwide mock drill ahead of NEET-UG re-exam; Odisha deploys extensive security arrangements

Bhubaneswar, June 20 -- The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct a nationwide mock drill on Saturday (June 20) ahead of the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination scheduled for June 21, as part of its stan... Read More


Spain 'hijacks' India's century-old folk sport Gilli-Danda, 'rebrands' it as Billarda? Viral clip fuels discussion, watch

Bhubaneswar, June 20 -- Long before cricket bats, gaming consoles and smartphones captured children's attention, dusty village grounds and neighbourhood lanes across India echoed with the sound of a w... Read More


Zoological Survey of India assesses ecological and development needs of Odisha's Chilika Lake

Bhubaneswar, June 20 -- A special team from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) is conducting a detailed assessment of the ecological condition and developmental needs of Chilika Lake in Odisha's Pur... Read More


Mumbai's 82-year-old snack seller spends 12 hours on the footpath to make Rs 300 a day, watch

Bhubaneswar, June 20 -- For many, old age brings a chance to slow down and enjoy the fruits of years of hard work. But for countless others, financial responsibilities make retirement an impossible dr... Read More


President Murmu, PM Modi offer prayers at tribal sacred groves in Odisha's Mayurbhanj, launch Rs 47,600 cr development projects

Bhubaneswar, June 20 -- President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday visited Pahadpur village in Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, in a joint engagement in the tribal-dominated r... Read More


NTA rectifies NEET re-exam centre error after Nagpur student allotted Abu Dhabi venue

Bhubaneswar, June 20 -- Administrative error by NTA regarding a Nagpur candidate who was allotted an examination centre in Abu Dhabi for the upcoming NEET-UG 2026 re-examination was resolved on Saturd... Read More


No escape for offenders: Centre unveils 'Abhigyan' app; criminals to be tracked in 35 seconds

Bhubaneswar, June 20 -- Union Home Ministry launched an advanced technology-enabled identification system designed to trace individuals with criminal records within 35 seconds across the country. Dev... Read More


CBSE Class 10 Second Board Result 2026 expected soon; over 6.8 lakh students await scores

Bhubaneswar, June 20 -- CBSE is expected to announce the Class 10 Second Board Result 2026 soon on its official websites. The purpose of the exam was to provide students with an opportunity to improve... Read More


Man hacked to death while asleep in Odisha's Bargarh, old family feud suspected

Bhubaneswar, June 19 -- A man was allegedly hacked to death with an axe while asleep at his house in Odisha's Bargarh district's Turla village under Jharbandh police limits late Thursday night. Police... Read More


Thousands join Sambalpur's grand 'Shiva Vivaha' celebrations during Sital Sasthi

Bhubaneswar, June 19 -- Grand celebration of Shiva Vivaha is being observed on Friday during Sambalpur's renowned Sital Sasthi festival. While wedding rituals are currently underway in some localities... Read More