Bhubaneswar: Ahead of the General Elections 2024, Odisha Chief Minister and Biju Janata Dal (BJD) President Naveen Patnaik unveiled the first list of nine candidates for the Lok Sabha seats in the state. The announcement, made on Wednesday, marks the commencement of BJD’s electoral campaign as the party gears up for the upcoming polls. Among…
Bhubaneswar: Manmath Routray, the younger son of Jatni MLA Suresh Routray, officially joined the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) at a grand event held at Shankha Bhawan in Bhubaneswar on Wednesday. Manmath’s decision to join the BJD comes after he resigned from his position as a pilot at Air India in January last year to venture…
Bhubaneswar: The Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) has acquired Gopalpur Port Limited (GPL) for INR 3,080 crore. The acquisition, detailed in an exchange filing with the Bombay Stock Exchange, entails APSEZ obtaining a 95% stake in Gopalpur Ports Limited from existing shareholders. This includes a 56% stake from SP Port Maintenance Private…
Bhubaneswar: With the Holi festival approaching, the fire department in Bhubaneswar has taken proactive measures to ensure the safety of residents by deploying firemen at five vulnerable locations along with essential rescue equipment. In anticipation of potential hazards during the festive celebrations, the Odisha Fire and Emergency Services rescue team will be stationed near several…
Bhubaneswar: In a remarkable display of skill and determination, Odisha’s wheelchair fencers showcased their expertise at the National Wheelchair Fencing Championship held in Tamil Nadu, emerging as one of the standout performers in the tournament. A total of 13 fencers, the largest contingent from Odisha to date, participated in the championship, where they clinched an…
Bhubaneswar: The East Coast Railway (ECoR) has etched its name in the annals of Indian Railways history by surpassing all previous records in freight loading during the Financial Year 2023-24. From April 1, 2023, to March 25, 2024, ECoR achieved a monumental feat by loading a staggering 250 million tons of freight, eclipsing the earlier…
Bhubaneswar: Residents of Odisha are advised to brace themselves for soaring temperatures as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) regional center predicts the onset of heatwave conditions in the state from April 1. According to the latest forecast issued by the IMD, Odisha is expected to experience a gradual rise in maximum temperatures, commonly known as…
Bhubaneswar: The Nandankanan Zoological Park in Bhubaneswar is abuzz with excitement as it welcomes three adorable new additions to its family. Asiatic lioness Rewa has given birth to three cubs, marking a joyous occasion for the park. Lioness Rewa has brought three healthy cubs into the world, expanding the lion population at the park to…
Bhubaneswar: Aspiring individuals seeking to enhance their skills and pursue advanced career opportunities are in for a treat as the World Skill Center in Bhubaneswar gears up to commence spot admissions for various advanced and industry-ready courses for the academic session 2024-25. The admission process is scheduled to commence from March 27 and will continue…
Bhubaneswar: In the wake of the festival of Holi, Bhubaneswar is bracing itself with tight security arrangements to ensure the safety and smooth conduct of the festivities on March 26 (Tuesday). At least 15 platoons of police personnel are set to be deployed across the city to prevent any untoward incidents during the colourful celebrations….
