April 20, 2026

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Odisha Celebrates Revolutionary Dharanidhar Nayak’s Birth Anniversary with ₹1,155 Crore Development Push in Keonjhar

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Bhubaneswar: The birth anniversary of legendary freedom fighter Dharanidhar Nayak was celebrated with great fervor today at his ancestral village Kusumita in Keonjhar district, with Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi leading the state-level observance and announcing a slew of development projects to honor the revolutionary’s legacy. Marking the occasion, the Chief Minister laid the…

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Odisha Law Minister Clarifies: Surplus Jagannath Temple Wood Not Used in Digha Temple Idols

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Bhubaneswar: Odisha Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan on Monday firmly dismissed reports that surplus sacred wood (Daru) from the Nabakalebar ceremony of Puri’s Shree Jagannath Temple was used to carve idols for the newly constructed Jagannath temple in Digha, West Bengal. Addressing the media, the Minister clarified that the “balaka” Daru — surplus logs left after…

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India, Japan Reaffirm Strategic Defence Ties; Condemn Terrorism in Bilateral Talks

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New Delhi: In a strong reaffirmation of their deepening defence ties, Raksha MantriRajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with Japanese Minister of Defense Gen Nakatani at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi today. The two leaders reviewed the evolving security landscape, condemned terrorism in all its forms, and committed to intensifying defence cooperation under the…

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Jitendra Singh Charts Bold Roadmap for India’s Science-Driven Future, Anchored by ANRF and AI Innovation

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New Delhi: In a high-level review meeting held on Monday, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, Dr. Jitendra Singh, unveiled a forward-looking vision to accelerate India’s science-led growth through AI-powered innovation, deep-tech startups, and infrastructure democratization. The meeting focused extensively on the evolving role of the newly established…

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Indian Student Japteg Singh Bamrah Wins Global HonorsGradU 2025 Scholarship for Solar Mech Engine Innovation

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Dalhousie: In a groundbreaking achievement for student-led innovation from India, Japteg Singh Bamrah, a Class 12 student at Dalhousie Public School, has been named one of the five global winners of the prestigious HonorsGradU 2025 Scholarship. His award-winning project—the Solar Mech Engine—earned him the “Build a Better Future” Award, placing him at the forefront of…

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Odisha Health Department Gears Up for Ratha Yatra 2025: Comprehensive Medical Preparedness Reviewed

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Bhubaneswar: With the world-famous Ratha Yatra 2025 approaching, the Health and Family Welfare Department of Odisha has ramped up preparations to ensure smooth medical services during the grand festival in Puri. In a high-level meeting held at Lok Seva Bhawan yesterday evening, Aswathy S., Secretary, Health and Family Welfare, reviewed the department’s readiness and laid…

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Odisha Launches Special Camp Court in Bhubaneswar to Expedite Citizen Appeals under ODA Act

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Bhubaneswar: In a major step towards ensuring citizen-centric governance and timely justice delivery, the Housing and Urban Development Department of Odisha today organized a Special Camp Court at UNNATI Bhawan, Bhubaneswar. The day-long session was presided over by Usha Padhee, Principal Secretary to Government, and aimed at fast-tracking the disposal of pending appeal cases filed…

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India Unveils Two Genome-Edited Rice Varieties: A Major Leap in Sustainable Agriculture

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New Delhi: In a landmark moment for Indian agriculture, Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, today announced the development of two genome-edited rice varieties at the Bharat Ratna C. Subramaniam Auditorium, NASC Complex, New Delhi. The announcement marks a significant stride in agricultural innovation and sustainability, with the potential to transform…

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WAVES 2025: Music Industry Titans Chart Roadmap to Globalize Indian Sound

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Mumbai: The third day of WAVES 2025 witnessed a high-energy and deeply insightful session titled “Taking Indian Music to New Heights”, where global music executives, policy experts, and celebrated artists came together to chart the future of Indian music in the global landscape. Bringing together stalwarts from Bollywood, international labels, tech-driven rights management, and music…

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