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"Touch me not, speak me not, see me not": Subarnapur Collector's indirect jibe at BJD sparks row

India, Feb. 2 -- A political controversy erupted after Subarnapur Collector Nruparaj Sahoo made remarks that were seen as an indirect attack on the previous Biju Janata Dal (BJD) government. Addressi... Read More


Odisha: IFS Officer Sanath Kumar N appointed Director of Nandankanan Biological Park

India, Feb. 2 -- The Odisha government on Monday appointed Indian Forest Service (IFS) officer Sanath Kumar N as the new Director of Nandankanan Biological Park, replacing Manoj V Nair. Official Noti... Read More


All schools in Odisha's Jajpur town to remain closed on Feb 3 for President's visit

India, Feb. 2 -- All schools in Odisha's Jajpur town will remain closed on February 3 in view of President Droupadi Murmu's visit, the District Education Officer (DEO) said in a notification. The Pre... Read More


Smartphones, new dress code for Mission Shakti women in Odisha from Utkal Dibas

India, Feb. 2 -- In a major revamp of the Mission Shakti programme, the Odisha government has announced smartphones and introduction of a new dress code for women members. New dress code from April ... Read More


Odisha: Youth critical as footwear spat triggers brutal assault in Balasore village

India, Feb. 2 -- A minor dispute escalated into a violent attack, leaving a youth critically injured in Basta area of Odisha's Balasore district today. The victim, identified as Gagan Sethi, a reside... Read More


Traffic restrictions to be imposed in Bhubaneswar due to President Murmu's visit; check details

India, Feb. 2 -- The Commissionerate Police has announced traffic restrictions in Bhubaneswar in view of the six-day visit of President Droupadi Murmu to Odisha, beginning February 2. As per the noti... Read More


Ten Odisha Forest Service officers served show-cause notices for failing to join duty after transfer

India, Feb. 2 -- For failing to report at new places of posting following transfer orders, ten Odisha Forest Service (OFS) officers have been issued show-cause notices. In a letter dated January 28, ... Read More


Union Budget 2026: Centre allocates record sum for rail sector in Odisha

India, Feb. 2 -- The Centre has allocated a record sum of Rs 10,928 crore for the railway sector in Odisha in the Union Budget 2026-27. This was revealed by Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to... Read More


Woman lecturer found hanging at rented house in Odisha's Khordha

India, Feb. 1 -- A tragic incident unfolded in Odisha's Khordha district as a woman lecturer was found hanging at her rented residence in the Bolagarh area on Sunday. The deceased has been identified... Read More


Multiple deaths at Nandankanan Zoo in Odisha; Eight animals die in just 8 days

India, Feb. 1 -- A wave of animal deaths has struck Nandankanan Zoo over the past week, raising concerns among authorities and wildlife enthusiasts. In the last eight days, five saltwater crocodiles, ... Read More