Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik extended his congratulations to the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) following the triumphant flight-test of the Indigenous Technology Cruise Missile (ITCM), a significant milestone in India’s defence capabilities. The successful flight-test of the Indigenous Technology Cruise Missile (ITCM) took place at the Integrated Test Range (ITR) in Chandipur, located…
Bhubaneswar: With the scorching sun beating down relentlessly, Bhubaneswar emerged as the hottest place in Odisha for the second time this month as the mercury soared above 40 degrees Celsius. At 2:30 PM today, the capital city of Odisha recorded a sweltering maximum temperature of 43.6 degrees Celsius, making it the hottest spot in the…
Bhubaneswar: As the electoral machinery gears up for the upcoming polls in Odisha, the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Nikunja Dhal, revealed that the Election Commission (EC) has efficiently handled 3,854 complaints received through the C-Vigil app. These complaints pertained to violations of the model code of conduct. Dhal highlighted the proactive approach of the EC…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant political development, renowned Ollywood actor Varsha Priyadarshini officially joined the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Thursday. The induction ceremony took place at the BJD headquarters, Sankha Bhawan, where Rajya Sabha MP Sasmit Patra welcomed her into the party. Varsha Priyadarshini, known for her notable contributions to the Odia film industry, has…
Bhubaneswar: With the electoral fervour gripping the state, Odisha braces itself for the commencement of the electoral process as the Gazette notification for the first phase of elections has been officially issued. As per the schedule unveiled by the Election Commission, the window for filing nominations opens today, April 18, and will remain open until…
Bhubaneswar: The All India Congress Committee (AICC) made a significant announcement on Thursday, revealing the party’s nominees for four key Assembly seats in Odisha. The selections were finalized by the Congress Central Election Committee in preparation for the upcoming elections to the Odisha Legislative Assembly. The following candidates have been chosen to represent the Congress…
Bhubaneswar: AIIMS-Bhubaneswar has achieved yet another milestone in healthcare innovation with the launch of a state-of-the-art service for the placement of Artificial Urinary Sphincters (AUS). This groundbreaking facility, a first-of-its-kind in Odisha, promises new hope and improved quality of life for patients grappling with severe urinary incontinence. The Artificial Urinary Sphincter implantation procedure is widely…
Bhubaneswar: In response to the increasing demand from travelers and to accommodate the additional rush during the summer season, the East Coast Railway has announced the operation of Special Trains from its jurisdiction to various destinations across the country. Additionally, the services of existing Special Trains have been extended to cater to the needs of…
Bhubaneswar: Meesho, India’s leading e-commerce marketplace, has forged a significant partnership with the Odisha Skill Development Authority (OSDA), Government of Odisha, and the World Skill Center (WSC), Bhubaneswar, by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This collaboration, facilitated by Palladium Consulting India Pvt Ltd, the lead implementation partner of the “SWAKALPA” program, aims to empower…
Bhubaneswar: Customs officials at the Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar thwarted an attempt to smuggle gold worth approximately Rs 70 lakh. The passenger, who had arrived from Bangkok, attempted to evade detection by concealing around 1 kg of gold capsules in his rectum. The intricate smuggling attempt was discovered during a routine security check…
