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Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 crosses 4 crore registrations, sets new participation record

Bhubaneswar, Jan. 11 -- Registrations for the programme, which brings together students, parents and teachers, stood at more than four crore as of January 8, 2026. The overwhelming response highlights... Read More


Travellers collide with stationary truck at Taptapani Ghat, 3 injured

Bhubaneswar, Jan. 11 -- At least 20 passengers had a narrow escape after a travellers vehicle met with an accident at Taptapani Ghat along the Ganjam-Gajapati border on Sunday. Three persons, includin... Read More


Cold wave relents as night temperatures rise across Odisha

Bhubaneswar, Jan. 11 -- After days of biting cold, the severe winter conditions have eased, bringing much-needed relief to people across the state. The intensity of the cold wave has reduced since las... Read More


Demand for non-veg and alcohol-free Puri gains momentum after ban in Ayodhya

Bhubaneswar, Jan. 11 -- After the local administration in Ayodhya imposed a complete ban on the distribution and online delivery of non-vegetarian food within a 15-kilometre radius of the Ram Temple, ... Read More


Odisha CM lays foundation for Rs 451.24-crore water supply project in Sambalpur

Bhubaneswar, Jan. 11 -- Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi laid the foundation stone on Sunday for an ambitious mega water supply project, aimed at ensuring continuous access to safe drinking water. Af... Read More


India records landmark growth in clean energy capacity in 2025

Bhubaneswar, Jan. 11 -- India registered a record-breaking year in its clean energy journey in 2025, with non-fossil fuel installed capacity rising to 266.78 GW, marking a 22.6 per cent increase over ... Read More


IND VS NZ 1st ODI: Heartbreak for fans as Virat Kohli falls short of 54th ODI century by 7 runs

Bhubaneswar, Jan. 11 -- Millions of cricket fans were left disappointed on Sunday after Virat Kohli narrowly missed out on his 54th One-Day International century, falling just seven runs short for 93 ... Read More


Mandatory service charge by restaurants illegal: CCPA takes action against 27 establishments

Bhubaneswar, Jan. 11 -- The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has taken suo motu action against 27 restaurants across the country for mandatorily levying service charges on food bills, term... Read More


From fantasy to reality check: Indian vlogger's trip to Europe sparks debate

Bhubaneswar, Jan. 11 -- What happens when a dream Europe trip collides with on-ground reality? An Indian travel vlogger's candid video showing the less glamorous side of popular European cities has ta... Read More


Transport Commissioner warns agencies over sand-induced road accidents in Odisha

Bhubaneswar, Jan. 11 -- Expressing deep concern over recent tragic accidents caused by sand on roads in Odisha, the Transport Commissioner on Sunday issued a strict warning though a letter. The letter... Read More