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Good news for EPF employees as government clears 8.25% interest for 2025-26

Bhubaneswar, June 18 -- In a major relief for millions of salaried employees across the country, the government has approved an 8.25 per cent interest rate on Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) deposits ... Read More


President Murmu to begin two-day Odisha visit; PM Modi to join on June 20

Bhubaneswar, June 18 -- President Droupadi Murmu is scheduled to arrive in Odisha on Friday afternoon for a high-profile, two-day official visit. The President will land at the Dandbose Airstrip at 3:... Read More


Hyderabad man quit a coveted Amazon job to drive cabs, says 'I enjoy the trips' and has zero regrets; watch

Bhubaneswar, June 18 -- For many professionals, landing a job at Amazon is considered a major career milestone and a symbol of success. However, walking away from such an opportunity is something few ... Read More


Paper leaks to piracy: Is Telegram a growing threat to India?

Bhubaneswar, June 18 -- Instant messaging platform Telegram has reportedly come under increased scrutiny in India amid concerns over its alleged misuse for question paper leak networks, circulation of... Read More


Odisha Vigilance arrests Puri forester for accepting Rs 25,000 bribe, raids on

Bhubaneswar, June 18 -- A forester stationed in Odisha's Puri was arrested by Odisha Vigilance officials on Thursday while allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs. 25,000 from a tractor owner. The accused ... Read More


FSSAI issues advisory on use of food-grade, corrosion-resistant knives in food businesses

Bhubaneswar, June 18 -- The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a fresh advisory directing all food business operators (FBOs) to strictly use food-grade, corrosion-resistan... Read More


OJEE-2026: Registration link activated as Board announces complete three-round counselling calendar

Bhubaneswar, June 18 -- Odisha Joint Entrance Examination Board (OJEEB) released the schedule for the Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Counselling 2026. Qualified candidates can now participat... Read More


Odisha and Singapore finalise strategic investment mechanism with eight MoUs

Bhubaneswar, June 18 -- Bilateral partnership between Odisha and Singapore is set to be further strengthened following the state's decision to establish a structured mechanism dedicated to implementin... Read More


Sital Sasthi 2026: Bhubaneswar gears up for Lord Lingaraj and Goddess Gouri's wedding with grand cultural showcase

Bhubaneswar, June 18 -- Elaborate arrangements have been made to celebrate the Sital Sasthi festival of Lord Lingaraj with grand cultural celebrations in Bhubaneswar. The organising committee announc... Read More


Sital Sasthi 2026: Divine marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati to be solemnised tonight with Vedic rituals

Bhubaneswar, June 18 -- Divine wedding ceremony of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, marking the most anticipated moment of Sambalpur's annual Sital Sasthi festival, is scheduled to take place tonight, ... Read More