April 13, 2026

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Odisha Holds First State Level Insurance Committee Meeting to Deepen Insurance Penetration

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Bhubaneswar: The inaugural meeting of the State Level Insurance Committee (SLIC) was held today in Bhubaneswar, chaired by Development Commissioner cum Additional Chief Secretary, Anu Garg, IAS. The SLIC is envisioned as a tripartite institutional mechanism involving the Insurance Regulatory Development Authority of India (IRDAI), the Odisha State Government, and insurance companies. Its primary objective…

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MeitY Launches Cyber Security Grand Challenge 2.0 with ₹6.85 Crore Prize Pool

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New Delhi: The Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) today launched the second edition of the Cyber Security Grand Challenge (CSGC 2.0) to bolster India’s cybersecurity capabilities. The initiative, inaugurated by MeitY Secretary S. Krishnan, is being implemented by the Data Security Council of India (DSCI). With a significant prize pool of ₹6.85 crore,…

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah Inaugurates ₹241 Crore Development Projects in Mansa, Gujarat

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Mansa, Gujarat: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, today inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for multiple development projects worth approximately ₹241 crore in Mansa, Gujarat. The event was attended by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and other dignitaries. In his address, Amit Shah reflected on the transformative measures taken by Prime…

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah Inaugurates ₹194 Crore Development Projects in Kalol, Gujarat

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Kalol, Gandhinagar: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, today inaugurated 19 developmental works and laid the foundation stone for 8 new projects, collectively worth ₹194 crore, in Kalol, Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The projects span critical infrastructure, education, and community development, marking another milestone in the state’s progressive journey. In his address, Shah highlighted…

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Alliance Air Expands Connectivity in Manipur with New Flight Routes

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Imphal: The Union Minister for Civil Aviation, Sh. Rammohan Naidu, and Manipur Chief Minister, N. Biren Singh, today inaugurated three new flight routes operated by Alliance Air, further boosting regional connectivity. The new routes include Imphal-Kolkata, Imphal-Guwahati, and an additional flight on the Imphal-Dimapur sector, with return services available on all routes. The flights, launched…

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Odisha Implements National Education Policy 2020 Across All Educational Institutions

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Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has officially announced the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 in all educational institutions under the School and Mass Education Department. The landmark decision, detailed in a notification issued on Wednesday, aims to strengthen the state’s education system by aligning with the National Curriculum Framework while incorporating local contextual…

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PM Modi Commissions INS Surat, INS Nilgiri, and INS Vaghsheer at Naval Dockyard

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Mumbai: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today marked a historic moment in India’s naval history by commissioning three frontline combatants—INS Surat, INS Nilgiri, and INS Vaghsheer—at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai. The tri-commissioning ceremony, the first of its kind in India, highlighted the nation’s strides in defense self-reliance and maritime strength. Addressing the gathering on Army…

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Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Launches Portal for 3rd Edition of Kashi Tamil Sangamam

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Bhubaneswar: Union Minister for Education, Dharmendra Pradhan, today inaugurated the registration portal for the third edition of Kashi Tamil Sangamam (KTS), a celebration of the deep cultural ties between Tamil Nadu and Kashi. Scheduled to take place in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, the event will run from February 15 to February 24, 2025. The portal, kashitamil.iitm.ac.in,…

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Odisha CM Launches Enhanced Pension Scheme for Elderly and Differently-Abled Citizens

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Bhubaneswar: To ensure financial security and dignity for the elderly and differently-abled citizens, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi today launched an enhanced pension scheme during his visit to Keonjhar district. Under the revamped scheme, individuals aged 80 years or above and those with a disability level of 80% or higher will receive a monthly…

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Bhitarkanika National Park Closed for Annual Crocodile and Bird Census

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Kendrapara: Bhitarkanika National Park in Odisha’s Kendrapara district has been closed to visitors until January 22 to facilitate the annual census of crocodiles and migratory birds, officials announced on Tuesday. Assistant Conservator of Forests, Manas Das, informed that several teams have been deployed to conduct the headcount in the park’s creeks, rivers, wetlands, and mangrove…

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