April 21, 2026

News

New Railway Overbridge Connects Cuttack and Jagatsinghpur, Boosting Connectivity

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Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards enhancing connectivity and reducing traffic congestion, Odisha Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan on Monday inaugurated a new railway overbridge linking Cuttack and Jagatsinghpur districts. Constructed at a cost of ₹60.965 crore, the 511-meter-long bridge aims to streamline transportation between the two districts, benefiting approximately 100,000 people daily. The bridge connects…

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CRUT Partners with NTPC and GRIDCO to Launch Hydrogen-Powered Buses in Odisha

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Bhubaneswar: In a major step towards sustainable public transportation, a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on Monday by NTPC Limited, GRIDCO Limited, and Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT). This collaboration is set to bring hydrogen-powered buses to Odisha, revolutionizing the state’s transit system with green energy technology. The MoU, valid for five years,…

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Rourkela Smart City Ltd. Board Reviews Progress in 28th Meeting

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Bhubaneswar: The 28th Board of Directors meeting of Rourkela Smart City Ltd. was convened today, chaired by Development Commissioner and Additional Chief Secretary Anu Garg. The meeting was attended by Usha Padhee, Principal Secretary of the Housing and Urban Development Department; Manoj Satyawan Mahajan, Collector and District Magistrate of Sundargarh; and Ashutosh Kulkarni, CEO of…

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Odisha Triumphs in IDC Under-19 National Cricket Tournament for the Hearing Impaired

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Bhubaneswar: The Odisha cricket team clinched the coveted title in the IDC Under-19 National Cricket Tournament for the hearing impaired, delivering a stellar performance that highlighted their exceptional skill and determination. The victory has brought immense pride to the state and stands as a testament to the resilience and talent of differently-abled athletes. The Director of…

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Odisha Launches Pani Panchayat Pakhya 2025 with Focus on Water Governance and Sustainability

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Bhubaneswar: The first leg of Pani Panchayat Pakhya, 2025, commenced on December 22, 2024, with a series of events held across 136 divisions of Odisha. Scheduled to run from December 22, 2024, to January 5, 2025, the fortnight-long observance aims to strengthen water governance through the active participation of Pani Panchayats and allied stakeholders. Division-level…

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah Highlights Strengthened Intelligence Capabilities and Future Challenges

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New Delhi: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, delivered the ‘37th Intelligence Bureau Centenary Endowment Lecture’ in New Delhi today. The event was attended by the Union Home Secretary, Director of the Intelligence Bureau, former Directors of the Intelligence Bureau, Directors General of Central Police Forces and Central Armed Police Forces, and…

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TRAI Launches Upgraded Website with Enhanced Features for Stakeholder Engagement

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Bhubaneswar: The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has unveiled an upgraded website designed to broaden its reach and improve engagement with a wider audience. Recognizing the growing significance of digital platforms, the new website incorporates advanced features to disseminate regulatory information more effectively. The revamped website offers comprehensive insights into telecom and broadcasting regulations,…

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