Prasoon Joshi Appointed Chairman of Prasar Bharati

Bhubaneswar: The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting has appointed noted lyricist and communications expert Prasoon Joshi as the Chairman of Prasar Bharati, the country’s public service broadcaster. A prominent creative professional, Joshi is widely recognised for his contributions across literature, advertising, cinema and public communication. Known for his evocative writing and strong cultural connect, his…

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Odisha Unveils ‘ShaktiShree’ App and Internship Guidelines to Strengthen Higher Education Ecosystem

Bhubaneswar: Marking a push towards safer campuses and industry-aligned education, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Saturday introduced the ShaktiShree mobile application along with a structured internship guideline framework for students in higher education institutions. The announcements were made during a national-level workshop attended by Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and State Higher Education…

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Pahel Shah Shines in Junior All-Around; Railways Clinch Senior Team Gold at National Gymnastics Championships

Bhubaneswar: Day 3 of the Junior & Senior Artistic Gymnastics National Championships 2026–27 witnessed high-quality performances in the Women’s Artistic Gymnastics (WAG) events at the Gymnastics High Performance Centre, Kalinga Stadium. In the Junior Women’s Individual All-Around competition, Pahel Shah from Maharashtra clinched the gold medal with a score of 41.366, showcasing consistency and precision…

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Chief Secretary Urges Ethical Governance as OAS Batch Completes ROTI Training

Bhubaneswar: The Revenue Officers’ Training Institute (ROTI) on Friday hosted the valedictory ceremony for the Odisha Administrative Service (OAS) DR-2023 batch, marking the successful completion of their institutional training programme. The four-week training, conducted from April 6 to May 2, saw 30 OAS probationers undergo intensive preparation in administrative functions and governance. The ceremony was…

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Kuldeep Kumar Sets National Record in Men’s Pole Vault at Indoor Meet in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar: A new national record headline marked the opening day of the inaugural Indian Indoor Open Combined Events and Pole Vault Competition, as Kuldeep Kumar delivered a standout performance to clinch gold in the men’s pole vault event. Representing Madhya Pradesh, the 21-year-old cleared 5.41 metres on his first attempt, surpassing the previous national record…

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World Skill Center Extends Admission Deadline to May 15 for 2026–27 Session

Bhubaneswar: The World Skill Center (WSC) has extended the deadline for submission of online applications for its 2026–27 academic session to May 15, giving aspirants across the country additional time to apply for its industry-oriented programmes. The entrance examination for admission is scheduled to be held on May 31, 2026, while the new academic session…

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Odisha Emerges Top Performer Under AMRUT 2.0, Drives Urban Water Transformation

Bhubaneswar: Odisha has emerged as one of the top-performing states under the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation, with the state government accelerating urban water and infrastructure projects through focused implementation and strong administrative oversight. Officials said the programme is being rolled out across 89 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), with 345 projects worth ₹4,030.18…

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Odisha Charts Ambitious Education Overhaul to Emerge as ‘Knowledge Hub’

Bhubaneswar: Laying out a comprehensive vision for education-led growth, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday announced a series of reforms and investments aimed at transforming the state into a “knowledge hub” under the National Education Policy 2020. Speaking at a national-level workshop on NEP implementation in Bhubaneswar, Majhi said the state is focusing…

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Ashutosh Gowariker Appointed Festival Director for 57th IFFI in Goa

New Delhi/Goa: The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting has appointed noted filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker as the Festival Director for the 57th edition of the International Film Festival of India, scheduled to be held in Goa. Gowariker, known for his significant contributions to Indian cinema, brings decades of association with IFFI, reflecting his long-standing engagement with…

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Thunderstorms, Gusty Winds to Lash Odisha for a Week; IMD Issues Alerts

Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to witness an extended spell of unstable weather over the next week, with the India Meteorological Department forecasting widespread thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds and intermittent rainfall across the state. An Orange warning has been issued for the first 24 hours, followed by Yellow alerts for the remaining period. The Meteorological Centre…

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