Bhubaneswar: In a major embarrassment to the state bureaucracy, the Odisha government has suspended Dharamgarh Sub-Collector Dhiman Chakma, a 2021-batch IAS officer, following his arrest in a sensational bribery case. The officer was caught allegedly accepting a bribe of ₹10 lakh, triggering immediate administrative action. The suspension was confirmed on Tuesday through an official notification issued…
Bhubaneswar: A national conference on “Good Governance and Developed Odisha – 2036 & 2047” was inaugurated today at the Convention Centre in Bhubaneswar. The event brought together senior policymakers, experts, and officials to outline a shared vision for a modern, efficient, and inclusive Odisha over the next two decades. Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Agriculture…
Bhubaneswar: Marking a significant step towards strengthening urban policing infrastructure, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi today inaugurated the newly constructed office building of the Bhubaneswar Urban Police Deputy Commissioner (DCP). Built at a cost of ₹7.80 crore, the four-storey facility spans 2,272 square meters and is equipped with modern amenities to improve service delivery…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE-2025) results were declared today, marking a key milestone for thousands of students aspiring to join technical and professional courses across the state. The announcement was made by Skill Development and Technical Education Minister Sampad Chandra Swain at an official ceremony held at the SCTEVT Conference Hall. Congratulating the successful…
Bhubaneswar: In a landmark move to promote regional language-based learning, the Higher Education Department of the Government of Odisha has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), New Delhi, to offer a wide range of academic programmes in the Odia language. The collaboration will enable IGNOU to offer Bachelor’s…
Puri: As the sacred town of Puri gears up for the grand Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra, the Odisha Government has assured devotees that preparations are well on track. With less than two weeks remaining for the Snana Yatra—a key prelude to the main event—officials confirmed that nearly 80% of…
Bhubaneswar: In a major move to support families affected by human-wildlife conflicts, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has announced an increase in the compensation for deaths caused by wildlife attacks from ₹6 lakh to ₹10 lakh. The decision comes as a significant relief to villagers living in close proximity to forest areas, who frequently bear…
Cuttack: Odisha Police Constable Anupama Swain was honoured on Monday by Director General of Police (DGP) Yogesh Bahadur Khurania for bringing international acclaim to the state with her stellar performance at the 9th Jiu-Jitsu Asian Championship held recently in Amman, Jordan. At a special felicitation ceremony held at the State Police Headquarters in Cuttack, DGP…
Puri: The 11th edition of the Puri Heritage Walk (PHW) was successfully held on Sunday, drawing together twenty heritage researchers from across Odisha. The walk, aimed at exploring the rich cultural and architectural legacy of Srikhetra, brought to light intricate traditions behind the making of Lord Jagannath’s chariots, as well as significant insights into temples and…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Vigilance Department on Sunday caught Dhiman Chakma, IAS (2021 batch) and Sub-Collector of Dharamgarh in Kalahandi district, red-handed while accepting a bribe of ₹10 lakh from a local businessman at his official residence. The bribe amount was reportedly part of a larger demand of ₹20 lakh, allegedly made by the Sub-Collector under threats…
