Bhubaneswar: For the first time Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik suffered an electoral defeat. Since 1998 he has won every election. On Tuesday he lost from the Kantabani Constituency to Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) candidate Laxman Bag. However, he won from the Hinjili legislative constituency defeating Sisir Kumar Mishra of the BJP. After ruling Odisha for…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government has confirmed 30 sunstroke deaths in the state so far this season, as extreme summer temperatures continue to take a toll on the population. The Office of the Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) reported that a total of 147 alleged sunstroke death cases have been recorded during this summer. Of these, 30…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Nikunja Bihari Dhal announced on Sunday that 95 companies of Central Police Forces (CPF) will be deployed across the state to ensure smooth and secure counting of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) on June 4 and to maintain law and order. In the recently concluded four-phase Lok Sabha and Assembly…
Bhubaneswar: In a unique initiative to blend ecotourism with astronomical education, Debrigarh Sanctuary in Odisha has launched a “StarGazing” program from May 1, 2024. Community members, trained to identify stars and constellations, now conduct nightly sessions from 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm for visitors. Debrigarh Sanctuary, spanning 353 square kilometers and adjacent to the 700…
Bhubaneswar: Renowned Odisha puppeteer Padma Shri Maguni Charana Kuanra passed away this morning at the age of 88. He breathed his last at his home in Keonjhar after a prolonged battle with age-related illnesses. President Droupadi Murmu had awarded Maguni Charana Kuanra the prestigious Padma Shri in 2023, recognizing his significant contributions to the traditional…
Bhubaneswar: As Odisha braces for the final phase of elections tomorrow, most political leaders are anxiously awaiting the poll outcomes. In stark contrast, a confident and relaxed Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik was seen indulging in one of his favorite pastimes—visiting a bookstore. The voracious reader and author of three books visited the Modern Book Depot…
Bhubaneswar: With Odisha experiencing severe heat wave conditions, the Special Relief Commissioner (SRC), Satyabrata Sahu, has issued a comprehensive advisory to mitigate the risks associated with the extreme temperatures. The advisory, directed at the Collectors of Angul, Bolangir, Bargarh, Boudh, Gajapati, Jharsuguda, Kalahandi, Kandhamal, Keonjhar, Malkangiri, Nuapada, Rayagada, Sambalpur, Sonepur, and Sundargarh, aims to protect…
Bhubaneswar: With the fourth and final phase of polling in Odisha set for June 1 (Saturday), the Odisha Police have implemented extensive security measures to ensure a smooth and peaceful voting process. In this phase, six Parliamentary constituencies—Mayurbhanj, Balasore, Bhadrak, Jajpur, Kendrapara, and Jagatsinghpur—and 42 Assembly constituencies will head to the polls. Odisha DGP Arun…
Bhubaneswar: In a candid interview with ANI, Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik dispelled speculation regarding VK Pandian being his successor, firmly stating that the decision on his successor lies with the people of Odisha. During the exclusive interview, CM Patnaik addressed longstanding rumors and opposition claims, asserting, “VK Pandian is not my successor. The people…
Bhubaneswar: To enhance technical education and foster advanced research, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhubaneswar has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Institute of Life Sciences (ILS). The MoU was signed by Prof. Rajesh Roshan Dash, Dean-Sponsored Research & Industrial Consultancy (SRIC) (In-Charge) of IIT Bhubaneswar, and Prof. Debasis Dash, Director of…
