Cuttack: The Orissa High Court has taken cognizance of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking intervention against the private practice of government doctors, citing its adverse impact on the quality of healthcare services provided in state-run medical facilities. The PIL, filed by Cuttack-based social activist Narayan Chandra Jena, prompted a two-judge bench comprising Chief Justice…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) Susanta Nanda revealed the arrest of seven individuals associated with an inter-state wildlife racket. The operation led to the seizure of a substantial quantity of leopard hides and pangolin scales, shedding light on the rampant illegal wildlife trade in the region. As per PCCF Nanda’s announcement on…
Bhubaneswar: BJP State Vice President Lekhasri Samantsinghar made a significant political shift by joining the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) at the party’s headquarters, Sankha Bhawan, in Bhubaneswar. Her decision to switch parties came mere hours after tendering her resignation from the primary membership of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). In a ceremony attended by prominent…
Bhubaneswar: Biju Janata Dal (BJD) Chief Naveen Patnaik has taken a strategic step in bolstering the party’s organizational structure by appointing seasoned leaders as Parliamentary Constituency Coordinators for key constituencies in Odisha. In a recent announcement, Chandra Sekhar Sahu has been entrusted with the responsibility of overseeing party affairs as the Parliamentary Constituency Coordinator for…
Bhubaneswar: Residents of Odisha can anticipate a reprieve from the scorching heat as the Meteorological Department has predicted rain and thunderstorms over the next 24 hours. According to the latest bulletin issued by the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), the state is likely to experience rain, thunderstorms, and lightning accompanied by gusty winds due to the…
Bhubaneswar: The Air Quality Index (AQI) in seven areas across Odisha has been classified as ‘poor,’ according to the latest data released by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). The affected areas include Angul, Barbil, Bileipada, Keonjhar, Nayagarh, Rourkela, and Suakati. Angul reported a ‘poor’ air quality index with a value of 257, with PM2.5…
Bhubaneswar: In light of the prevailing model code of conduct enforced due to dual elections in the state, the Odisha government has decided to celebrate Bhubaneswar Foundation Day for one day only. The decision was made during a preparatory meeting for the official celebration, chaired by Development Commissioner Anu Garg, in Bhubaneswar on Saturday. Addressing…
Bhubaneswar: Debrigarh Ecotourism has marked a historic achievement by recording an impressive revenue of Rs. 3.45 Crore during the financial year from April 1, 2023, to March 31, 2024. This remarkable feat was accomplished alongside a significant tourist footfall of 70,000 visitors, making it the highest revenue-generating ecotourism destination in Odisha. The tourist composition at…
Bhubaneswar: A significant fire erupted at the Kaniha plant of the National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) in Talcher on Saturday, triggering a massive response from firefighting teams and raising concerns over the safety of the facility. According to sources familiar with the incident, the fire originated from the coal conveyor belt at the plant, engulfing…
Bhubaneswar: As Odisha grapples with scorching temperatures and intense heat wave conditions, the state government has taken proactive measures to ensure the well-being of its citizens. In a recent development, the Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) has issued directives to the Sports Department, imposing restrictions on outdoor sports activities during the hot summer months. The SRC’s…
