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Odisha to Emerge as ‘Growth Engine’: Governor’s Address Marks Start of State
The Budget Session of the Odisha Legislative Assembly commenced on February 17 and will continue until April 8, 2026, in two phases. The session opened with Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati...
Over 5.6 Lakh Students to Appear for Odisha Matric Exams; CCTV Monitoring at All Centres
The annual Matriculation examinations in Odisha will commence on February 19, with 5,61,979 students set to appear for the High School Certificate (HSC) examinations across the state this year. The...
In Farewell Address, Muhammad Yunus Flags ‘Seven Sisters’ Vision as Bangladesh Enters New Political Phase
Outgoing Bangladesh chief adviser Muhammad Yunus invoked India’s northeastern “Seven Sisters” states alongside Nepal and Bhutan while outlining a sub-regional economic vision in his farewell speech, a formulation that may...
Dense Fog Disrupts Bhubaneswar and Cuttack; Visibility Drops to 50 Metres in Puri
Dense fog severely disrupted normal life across Odisha’s twin cities — Bhubaneswar and Cuttack — on Tuesday morning, significantly affecting vehicular movement and reducing visibility on key roads and highways....
US Ambassador Sergio Gor Explores Bengaluru with Tejasvi Surya
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor spent an engaging evening in Bengaluru with BJP MP Tejasvi Surya, blending cultural experiences with strategic dialogue on strengthening India–US relations. Sharing photos and...
Low Pressure Develops Over Bay of Bengal Region; IMD Warns of Rough Sea Conditions
A Low Pressure Area has developed over the east Equatorial Indian Ocean and adjoining central parts of the south Bay of Bengal, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). As...
Hampi Rape and Murder Case: Court Awards Death Penalty to Three Convicts
In a significant judgment, the court has awarded the death penalty to three convicts in the Hampi rape and murder case. The ruling comes after months of investigation and trial,...
Tight Security and Traffic Diversions in Bhubaneswar as Odisha Assembly Budget Session Begins
The Odisha Legislative Assembly's Budget Session will commence on February 17, 2026, in Bhubaneswar, with stringent multi-layered security measures enforced to ensure smooth proceedings. The session, spanning two phases from...
Ex-Sambalpur MLA Dr. Raseswari Panigrahi Passes Away at 79
Dr. Raseswari Panigrahi, former Biju Janata Dal (BJD) MLA from Sambalpur and a highly respected gynecologist and professor, breathed her last at 8:50 PM on Monday at her residence in...
Odisha Braces for Two More Days of Fog as Paralakhemundi Hits 35°C
The Regional Meteorological Centre has issued a fog warning for the next two days across Odisha, even as the state continues to experience predominantly dry weather with rising daytime temperatures....
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