January 24, 2026

Odisha

Redevelopment Underway for 57 Railway Stations in Odisha under the Amrit Stations Scheme

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Bhubaneswar: In a significant move toward modernizing railway infrastructure, the East Coast Railway (ECoR) is spearheading the redevelopment of 57 railway stations across Odisha as part of the ambitious Amrit Stations Scheme. The stations selected for redevelopment include Angul, Badampahar, Balangir, Balasore, Balugaon, Barbil, Bargarh Road, Baripada, Barpali, Belpahar, Betnoti, Bhadrak, Bhawanipatna, Bhubaneswar, Bimlagarh, Brahmapur,…

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5T Chairman Kartik Pandian, Surveys Sports Facilities in Rourkela

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Bhubaneswar: Chairman of 5T and Nabin Odisha, Kartik Pandian conducted a comprehensive tour of various sports facilities in Rourkela, underlining the government’s commitment to fostering sports talent and building top-notch infrastructure in the region. Pandian’s visit included an inspection of the soon-to-be-inaugurated Rourkela Gymnastics Academy, situated near the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium. The academy, set…

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Education Boost in Odisha as 576 Hindi and Sanskrit Teachers Join Government High Schools

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Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to strengthen the education system in Odisha, a total of 576 Hindi and Sanskrit teachers have been appointed in various government high schools in the state. Among them, 368 teachers specialize in Hindi, while 208 are experts in Sanskrit. The formal induction took place during an orientation program and recruitment…

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Indian Men’s Hockey Team Faces Shootout Defeat Against Netherlands in FIH Pro League Clash

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Rourkela: The Indian Men’s Hockey Team experienced a heartbreaking shootout defeat against the Netherlands in their sixth match of the FIH Hockey Pro League 2023/24 at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium. The tightly contested game ended in a 1-1 draw at the end of regulation time, leading to a shootout where the Netherlands emerged victorious…

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Odisha Government Invokes ESMA to Restrain Fire Services Strikes

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Bhubaneswar: In a move to ensure uninterrupted emergency services, the Odisha Government has enforced the Odisha Essential Services (Maintenance) Act (ESMA), prohibiting strikes by firemen and their supervisory ranks. The Home Department invoked ESMA in the public interest, considering the vital role of Fire Services in community life. The disruption of such services could result…

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Hogdeer from Nandankanan Zoo Find a New Home at Sambalpur Zoo

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Sambalpur: In a noteworthy development, the Hirakud Wildlife Division authorities have successfully transferred eight Hogdeer, also known as Kuji Harina in Odia, from Nandankanan Zoo to Sambalpur Zoo as part of their ongoing animal exchange program. The consignment, comprising four males and four females, arrived today, enriching the diverse fauna of Sambalpur Zoo. The Hogdeer,…

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Government of Odisha Welcomes 367 New Officers and Staff

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Bhubaneswar: In a notable development, 367 officers and staff have been inducted into various departments of the Government of Odisha. The Chief Minister, Naveen Patnaik, presided over a special orientation function organized for the new recruits. The official press release details the diverse roles of the new appointees, encompassing 80 staff nurses, 40 pharmacists, 40…

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Chairman of 5T and Nabin Odisha, Kartik Pandian, Applauds Hockey Enthusiasm in Sundargarh

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Bhubaneswar: Kartik Pandian, Chairman of 5T and Nabin Odisha, visited the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium in Rourkela today to witness the Men’s FIH Pro League 2023/24 match between India and Netherlands. Expressing his enthusiasm for the sport, Kartik Pandian highlighted the immense popularity of hockey in Sundargarh and the decisive role it played in the…

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Govt Issues Comprehensive Guidelines to Mitigate Impact of Heat Wave in Odisha

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Bhubaneswar: As the specter of a looming heat wave threatens Odisha, the state government has issued comprehensive guidelines to safeguard the well-being of its citizens. Recognizing the crucial role of public awareness in preventing heat-related illnesses and casualties, the government has called for immediate awareness campaigns to educate people about the associated risks, preventive measures,…

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