Bhubaneswar: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued directives to the Chief Secretary of Odisha for the immediate transfer of two IAS and six IPS officers from their current election-related posts to non-election-related positions. The transfers come in light of the upcoming elections and are aimed at ensuring a smooth and impartial electoral process….
Bhubaneswar: Ahead of the upcoming Odisha Assembly elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) unveiled its initial roster of candidates on Tuesday. The list comprises 112 nominees who will represent the party in various constituencies across the state. Among the prominent names featured in the first list is veteran BJP leader Suresh Pujari, who has been…
Paradip: Paradip Port Authority (PPA) has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the highest cargo handling major port in India, surpassing Deendayal Port, Kandla. The port’s remarkable journey reached new heights with a record-breaking achievement of clocking an incredible 145.38 million metric tonnes (MMT) cargo throughput in the fiscal year 2023-24. This significant accomplishment marks…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik expressed profound sorrow over the passing of renowned Odia bhajan singer Shantilata Barik Chhotray, who breathed her last at the age of 63 while undergoing treatment for cancer at a private hospital in Bhubaneswar. In a heartfelt statement, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik extended his condolences to the bereaved family…
Bhubaneswar: Santilata Barik Chhotray, a celebrated Odia bhajan singer, breathed her last at the age of 63 while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in the city on Monday. The news was confirmed by her husband, Basant Chhotray. Chhotray had been battling throat cancer for some time, and her health had been deteriorating, leading to…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant political development, actor-turned-politician Anubhav Mohanty officially joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) today, marking his departure from the ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD) in Odisha just days ago. The Kendrapara Member of Parliament made his entry into the BJP fold at a formal ceremony held in New Delhi, where he was…
Bhubaneswar: Social activist and prominent Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leader, Linkan Subudhi, announced her resignation from the party today, citing concerns over the treatment of women within the organization, just ahead of the forthcoming elections in 2024. In a significant move, Subudhi tendered her resignation from the post of state general secretary of Biju Mahila…
Bhubaneswar: On the occasion of Utkal Divas Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik unveiled the rejuvenated Rambha Palace, now transformed into a heritage palace hotel. Located in Ganjam district, the historic Rambha Palace holds a special place in Odia history, having hosted the inaugural session of ‘Utkal Sammilani’. The Chief Minister emphasized the palace’s pivotal role in…
Bhubaneswar: In response to the prevailing heatwave conditions sweeping across the state, the Odisha Government has announced a revision in the timings of Anganwadi centres, effective immediately. The daily activity schedule for Anganwadi centres, whether operating in their own buildings, community halls, or non-school buildings, has been adjusted. Previously running from 9:00 AM to 2:00…
Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) regional centre in Bhubaneswar has forecasted a surge in maximum (day) and minimum (night) temperatures across several districts of Odisha from April 2 onwards, as the cyclonic circulation over north Chhattisgarh and neighbourhood weakens. According to the IMD bulletin released today, the anticipated rise in maximum temperature, coupled with…
