August 1, 2026

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Bhubaneswar Shines at 17th Urban Mobility India Conference, Wins Best Public Transport System Award

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Gandhinagar: Bhubaneswar emerged as a standout city at the 17th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference & Exhibition 2024, winning the prestigious “Best Public Transport System” award. Held at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar, the three-day event spotlighted sustainable urban mobility and recognized Bhubaneswar’s achievements in transforming its public transit infrastructure. Union Minister Manohar Lal, in his…

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New SOP Launched to Strengthen Protection of Women and Children on Railways

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Bhubaneswar: To safeguard women and children on railway premises, the Railway Protection Force (RPF) in collaboration with the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MoWCD) launched an updated Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) on October 25, 2024, at Rail Bhawan, New Delhi. This comprehensive SOP provides a robust framework for protecting children and addressing incidents of…

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Tiger Translocation: Similipal Tiger Reserve Receives Royal Bengal Tiger from Maharashtra

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Bhubaneswar: Odisha has welcomed a Royal Bengal Tiger from Maharashtra, which will be rehabilitated in the core area of Similipal Tiger Reserve in Mayurbhanj district, marking a significant step in efforts to bolster the state’s big cat population. A special team from Similipal Tiger Reserve transported the tiger from Maharashtra’s Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve on Sunday….

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Twin City Police Introduce Body Cameras at Reception Desks to Enhance Transparency and Accountability

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Bhubaneswar: In a move to enhance transparency and accountability at police stations, the Twin City Commissionerate Police on Sunday launched a pilot project equipping officers at the reception desks with body cameras. This initiative aims to monitor and record interactions between police personnel and complainants, providing an additional layer of protection and oversight. The launch…

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Cyclone Dana: Over 3.5 Lakh People Affected In Odisha

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Bhubaneswar: Cyclone Dana and the resulting floods have impacted 3.59 lakh people across 14 districts in Odisha, Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari announced on Sunday. The hardest-hit districts include Kendrapara, Balasore, and Bhadrak. According to Pujari, nearly 810,896 residents have been evacuated to 6,210 cyclone relief centers, ensuring a safe shelter for affected…

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Odisha CM Reports Normalcy Returning to Cyclone-Hit Districts

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Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced today that the situation in the three worst-affected districts of Balasore, Bhadrak, and Kendrapara is steadily returning to normalcy following the recent cyclone. After a comprehensive review of the post-cyclone restoration efforts, Majhi reported that a total of 8,09,513 people had been evacuated to cyclone shelters, with only…

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State Govt Rewards ASHA Worker Shivani Mandal for Heroic Service During Cyclone Dana

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Bhubaneswar: In a heartfelt gesture of appreciation, the State government has rewarded ASHA worker Shivani Mandal for her extraordinary dedication and humanitarian efforts during Cyclone Dana. Today, the Block Development Officer (BDO) of Rajnagar block visited her home in Khasamunda village to present her with the work order for a pucca house under the Pradhan…

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MeitY Issues Advisory Urging Social Media Platforms to Curb Spread of Hoax Bomb Threats Affecting Airlines

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New Delhi: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has issued a stern advisory, urging intermediaries, including social media platforms, to take immediate action against the spread of hoax bomb threats targeting airlines operating in India. The Ministry emphasized that social media intermediaries must adhere to legal guidelines set forth in the IT Act,…

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India to Establish First Space Station “Bharatiya Antriksh Station” by 2035, says Union Minister

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New Delhi: India will soon join the league of nations with its own space station, as Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced the ambitious plan to establish the “Bharatiya Antriksh Station” by 2035. The announcement came today during a press interaction where Dr. Singh, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, also unveiled…

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Odisha Govt Ensures Support Farmers Affected by Cyclone Dana

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Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is fully prepared to provide assistance to farmers whose crops suffered extensive damage from Cyclone Dana, Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo announced on Saturday. Singh Deo shared the government’s support plans at a review meeting held at Krushi Bhavan, where officials gathered…

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