July 28, 2026

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Odisha Ranked First in 2024 Urban Governance Index, Leading India in Urban Reforms

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Bhubaneswar: Odisha has secured the top spot in the 2024 Urban Governance Index (UGI), an independent study conducted by the Praja Foundation. This prestigious ranking highlights Odisha’s remarkable success in urban reforms, particularly in empowering local governance structures, decentralization, and fostering citizen involvement. Odisha outperformed 31 cities across the country, showcasing its leadership in urban governance…

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SpaceX Launches Mission to Retrieve Stranded Astronauts from ISS After Boeing’s Starliner Malfunctions

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Cape Canaveral: SpaceX successfully launched a mission on Saturday to retrieve two astronauts, Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, who have been stranded aboard the International Space Station (ISS) following technical issues with Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft earlier this month. The latest SpaceX Crew-9 mission, carrying NASA astronaut Nick Hague and Russian cosmonaut Alexander Gorbunov, aims to bring…

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NIELIT Delhi Hosts Successful “Yuva Rojgar Mela,” Connecting Job Seekers with Top Employers

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New Delhi: The National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology (NIELIT), an autonomous scientific society under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, organized a successful job fair, “Yuva Rojgar Mela,” at its Delhi office in Janakpuri today. The event aimed to provide placement opportunities for NIELIT alumni and students, with over 1,300…

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PM Modi Dedicates Bidkin Industrial Area to the Nation

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Pune: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today virtually dedicated the Bidkin Industrial Area (BIA) in Maharashtra to the nation, marking a significant step forward in India’s industrial growth. The event, held at Auric Hall, was attended by Maharashtra’s Governor Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan, Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, and other key dignitaries, as the Prime Minister joined the proceedings…

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India Marks Decade of ‘Make in India’ Initiative, Minister Piyush Goyal Urges Focus on High-Quality Manufacturing

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New Delhi: As India celebrates ten years of the transformative “Make in India” initiative, Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, today emphasized the need for the Indian industry to prioritize the production of high-quality goods that adhere to sustainable practices. Speaking at an interactive session with over 140 CEOs from companies benefiting from the…

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Sekar Patchai and Tanvi Jagdish Shine on Day 1 of Palkbay SUP Challenge 2024

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Rameswaram: Tamil Nadu’s Sekar Patchai and Tanvi Jagdish dominated the Men’s and Women’s Technical categories, respectively, on the first day of the Palkbay Stand-Up Paddle (SUP) Challenge 2024, held at Pirappanvalasi Beach. The national SUP championship, organized by Quest Academy under the aegis of the Surfing Federation of India, saw thrilling competition across all categories….

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Odisha Cabinet Approves Mukhyamantri Kamadhenu Yojana to Boost Milk Production

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Bhubaneswar: The Odisha State Cabinet has officially approved the launch of the Mukhyamantri Kamadhenu Yojana (MKY), a comprehensive state sector umbrella scheme designed to enhance milk production across the state. The initiative will span five years, from the Financial Year 2024-25 to 2028-29, with a substantial budgetary outlay of ₹1,423.47 crore. The MKY encompasses various…

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Odisha Cabinet Approves Revised Fee Structure for Advocate General and Housing Project for High Court Staff

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Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Cabinet on Saturday granted post facto approval for the revision of the fee structure for the Advocate General’s appearances before the High Court, Supreme Court, and various authorities and tribunals. This move comes in response to the substantial increase in the price index and the changing socio-economic conditions in the state. According…

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2nd ProDG Classical Chess Tournament Kicks Off in Bhubaneswar

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Bhubaneswar: The 2nd ProDG Classical Chess Tournament, organized by the Professional Chess Training Academy (PRO-CHESS-TA) in collaboration with the Sports & Youth Services Department, began today with over 100 participants competing for top honors. The tournament, running from 28th September to 2nd October, is set to be one of the most prestigious state-level chess events this…

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Odisha Cabinet Approves Data Dissemination Policy for Official Statistics

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Bhubaneswar: To enhance transparency and promote informed decision-making, the Odisha Cabinet on Saturday approved the ‘Data Dissemination Policy of Official Statistics, 2024’ for the Directorate of Economics & Statistics (DE&S) under the Planning & Convergence Department. According to an official press release, the policy will provide a comprehensive framework for the timely release of statistical…

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