December 6, 2025

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Odisha Urban Conclave 2025 Kicks Off in Bhubaneswar: Leaders Unite to Shape Smarter, Sustainable Cities

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Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Urban Conclave 2025, a flagship two-day event organized by the Housing & Urban Development Department, Government of Odisha, commenced today in Bhubaneswar with a vision to steer the state’s urban transformation towards a smarter, inclusive, and sustainable future. The conclave, themed “Collaborate. Build. Progress.”, aligns with the long-term developmental goals of Viksit…

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Six New Butterfly Species Discovered in Arunachal Pradesh’s Upper Siang, Expanding India’s Biodiversity Map

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Itanagar: A recent biodiversity survey in the remote forests of Upper Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, has led to the discovery of six butterfly species previously unrecorded in India. The breakthrough highlights the Eastern Himalayas’ unmatched ecological richness and the vital role of community-led conservation in safeguarding it. The discovery was made during a collaborative study…

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Explosion on Railway Track Disrupts Train Services in Assam’s Kokrajhar

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Guwahati:  Train services were severely affected in lower Assam’s Kokrajhar district after a powerful explosion tore through a section of railway track between Kokrajhar and Salakati stations in the early hours of Thursday. The blast, suspected to have been triggered by an improvised explosive device (IED), caused significant damage and brought traffic on the busy…

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Fire Erupts at ISRO Ahmedabad Campus; Swift Response Averts Major Damage

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Ahmedabad: A fire broke out on Thursday afternoon at the IT server building inside the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) campus in Ahmedabad, sparking concern over possible data loss and equipment damage. Firefighters acted swiftly to contain the blaze before it could spread to adjoining facilities. Officials said the fire started on the upper floor…

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Govt Tightens Regulation of Edible Oil Sector with Amended VOPPA Order, 2025

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New Delhi: The Department of Food and Public Distribution, under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, has notified a significant amendment to the Vegetable Oil Products, Production and Availability (Regulation) Order, 2011 (VOPPA Order). The VOPPA Order, 2025 aims to enhance regulatory oversight, ensure transparency, and strengthen monitoring of India’s edible oil…

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India Rises to 9th Position Globally in Total Forest Area: FAO Report

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Bhubaneswar: India has achieved a remarkable milestone in global environmental conservation, securing the 9th position worldwide in terms of total forest area, according to the Global Forest Resources Assessment (GFRA) 2025 released by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in Bali. Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav shared the development on social…

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Raksha Mantri Confers Honorary Rank of Lieutenant Colonel on Neeraj Chopra

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New Delhi: Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh on Wednesday formally conferred the Honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Territorial Army upon star javelin thrower and two-time Olympic medalist Neeraj Chopra during a solemn pipping ceremony at South Block, New Delhi. Interacting with Lt Col (Hony) Neeraj Chopra and his family, Rajnath Singh hailed the ace athlete…

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International Symposium on Shree Anna 2025 to Focus on Women’s Role in Agricultural Heritage

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Bhubaneswar: The International Symposium on Shree Anna 2025 will be held on November 10 and 11, highlighting the theme “International Symposium on Shree Anna & Women’s Participation in Agricultural Heritage.” This year’s edition will feature a dedicated session on women farmers, recognizing their vital role in preserving traditional food crops and promoting sustainable agriculture. A…

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Chief Electoral Officers’ Conference Begins in New Delhi; Odisha CEO Attends

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Bhubaneswar: A two-day Conference of Chief Electoral Officers (CEOs), organized by the Election Commission of India (ECI), commenced today at the India International Institute of Democracy and Electoral Management (IIIDEM), New Delhi. The Chief Electoral Officer of Odisha, R.S. Gopalan, IAS, attended the conference along with Additional CEO Sushant Mishra and Deputy CEO Dr. Laxmi…

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State-Level Kala Utsav 2025 Begins in Bhubaneswar, Showcasing Odisha’s Young Artistic Talent

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Bhubaneswar: The State-Level Kala Utsav 2025 was inaugurated on Wednesday at Government Girls’ High School, Unit-6, Bhubaneswar, celebrating the artistic brilliance of students from across Odisha. The event was inaugurated by Ananya Das, State Project Director, OSEPA, who graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. In her address, Das lauded the creativity and talent of…

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