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Train fare revision from December 26; no hike in these categories

Bhubaneswar, Dec. 25 -- Indian Railways has rationalised its passenger fare structure with effect from December 26, 2025, aiming to strike a balance between passenger affordability and long-term opera... Read More


Top Maoist leader Ganesh Uike among four killed in Odisha encounter, carried Rs 1.10 crore bounty.

India, Dec. 25 -- In a major blow to Maoist leadership, four armed Maoists, including senior Central Committee member Ganesh Uike, were killed during an encounter with security forces in Kandhamal dis... Read More


Odisha celebrates Christmas with midnight prayers, churches decked up to mark festivities.

India, Dec. 25 -- Christmas began with religious devotion and festive fervour across Odisha, with churches witnessing large congregations during midnight prayers. Churches remained crowded until late ... Read More


Iconic Indian snacks leave American vlogger delightfully surprised in first taste test, watch

Bhubaneswar, Dec. 25 -- Indian snacks, known for their punchy spices, layered flavours and addictive textures, have long been favourites at home. Now, they're winning hearts far beyond Indian borders.... Read More


Odisha Vigilance arrests Sambalpur senior revenue assistant in DA case

Bhubaneswar, Dec. 25 -- Odisha Vigilance on Thursday arrested Basudev Bhoi, Senior Revenue Assistant in the office of the Settlement Officer, Major Settlement, Sambalpur, in connection with a dispropo... Read More


Gold ornaments, cash looted from Rekula Mangala temple in Kamakhyanagar; locals warn of protest

Bhubaneswar, Dec. 25 -- Miscreants decamped with gold ornaments worth several lakhs of rupees and cash from the donation box after breaking into the Rekula Mangala temple in Kamakhyanagar in Dhenkanal... Read More


Odia comedian Mr Gulua alleges death threats, Rs 50 lakh extortion; seeks police and government protection

Bhubaneswar, Dec. 25 -- Odia comedian and YouTuber Ashis Kumar Das, popularly known as Mr Gulua, has raised serious allegations of threat to life and extortion, claiming that unknown persons have been... Read More


Man hacks wife to death in Bolangir, hospitalised after assault by family

Bhubaneswar, Dec. 25 -- A woman was allegedly hacked to death by her husband following a domestic dispute in Jarlakani village under Deogaon police station limits in Bolangir district late on Wednesda... Read More


Top Maoist leader Ganesh Uike among four killed in Odisha encounter, carried Rs 1.10 crore bounty

Bhubaneswar, Dec. 25 -- In a major blow to Maoist leadership, four armed Maoists, including senior Central Committee member Ganesh Uike, were killed during an encounter with security forces in Kandham... Read More


'New faces could split BJD': Senior leader Bhupinder Singh's remarks fuel Sujata Karthikeyan entry debate

Bhubaneswar, Dec. 25 -- Internal differences within the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) sharpened on Thursday after senior party leader Bhupinder Singh issued a strong caution against the induction of 'new face... Read More