December 5, 2025

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Odisha to Enhance School Facilities with Comprehensive Water and Sanitation Upgrades

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Bhubaneswar: To improve infrastructure in educational institutions, the Odisha government has announced a comprehensive plan to provide drinking water, tap water connectivity, rainwater harvesting facilities, and toilet provisions across all private, government, and government-aided schools in the state. The initiative was discussed in a high-level coordination meeting held at Lok Seva Bhawan on Tuesday, chaired…

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DigiYatra Facility Launched at Biju Patnaik International Airport for Seamless Travel

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Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards enhancing passenger convenience, the DigiYatra facility was officially launched at Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA), Bhubaneswar, on Friday. The facility aims to offer a hassle-free travel experience by eliminating the need for long queues and enabling contactless entry for passengers. BPIA Director Prasanna Pradhan explained the details of the…

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First Consignment of Indian Pomegranates Exported to Australia, Showcased at Fine Food Australia 2024

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Mumbai: The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) successfully facilitated the first consignment of Indian pomegranates from Mumbai to Melbourne, Australia. This landmark event underscores India’s growing capabilities in meeting global quality standards while opening new revenue streams for Indian farmers. The consignment, which weighed 1.1 metric tons and included 336 boxes…

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India Conducts First National Pandemic Preparedness Mock Drill “Vishanu Yuddh Abhyas”

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Ajmer, Rajasthan: Under the framework of the National One Health Mission (NOHM), a nationwide mock drill, “Vishanu Yuddh Abhyas” (Virus War Exercise), was conducted from August 27 to August 31, 2024, in Ajmer district, Rajasthan. The exercise aimed to assess India’s pandemic preparedness and the coordinated response of the National Joint Outbreak Response Team (NJORT),…

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Nandankanan Zoo Welcomes Two Giraffes from Kolkata Under Animal Exchange Program

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Bhubaneswar: Nandankanan Zoological Park has welcomed two new residents—a male and female giraffe from Kolkata’s Alipore Zoological Garden—under an animal exchange program. The male giraffe is 1 year and 5 months old, while the female is 1 year and 1 month old. With their arrival, the zoo’s giraffe population has increased to three. Transporting the…

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Chief Secretary Visits World Skill Center, Praises Skill Development Initiatives

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Bhubaneswar: Chief Secretary of Odisha, Manoj Ahuja, visited the World Skill Center in Bhubaneswar today, exploring its state-of-the-art laboratories and engaging with students about the advanced skill courses offered at this premier institution. Accompanying him was NBS Rajput, Principal Secretary to the Governor & Skill Development and Technical Education Department, Government of Odisha. During the visit,…

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Odisha Govt Orders Closure of All Dance Bars, Tightens Regulations on Liquor Sales

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Bhubaneswar: In a decisive move aimed at curbing nightlife excesses and illegal liquor trade, the Odisha government on Friday announced the complete shutdown of all dance bars in the state. The announcement was made by Excise Minister Prithiviraj Harichandan during the adjournment motion in the Odisha Assembly, signaling a major shift in the state’s regulatory stance…

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70th National Film Awards: Kantara, Aattam, and Thiruchitrambalam Shine in 2022 Winners List

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New Delhi: The Jury for the 70th National Film Awards announced the winners for the year 2022 today, highlighting remarkable achievements in Indian cinema. The awards, presented by eminent filmmakers and personalities from across the Indian cine-world, recognized outstanding contributions in various categories. The Best Feature Film award was given to Aattam (The Play), directed…

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CSIR National Physical Laboratory Hosts Brainstorming Meeting on Enhancing Global Competence Through Certified Indian Reference Materials

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New Delhi: The CSIR National Physical Laboratory (NPL) convened a one-day brainstorming meeting focused on “Enhancing Global Competence in Quality by Providing SI Traceable Measurements through Bharatiya Nirdeshak Dravyas (BNDs) [Certified Indian Reference Materials]” at its New Delhi campus today. The event was inaugurated by a distinguished panel including Rajesh Kumar Singh, Secretary of DPIIT…

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Ministry of Coal Reports Record 74.07 Million Tonnes Production in July 2024

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New Delhi: The Ministry of Coal has reported a substantial increase in overall coal production for July 2024, achieving a total of 74.07 million tonnes (MT). This marks a 6.69% increase compared to the 69.42 MT produced in July 2023. Coal India Limited (CIL) contributed significantly to this growth, with production rising to 55.04 MT…

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