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New Delhi: The Indian government has given its nod for the 30th tranche of electoral bonds, marking the commencement of its sale starting January 2. This decision aligns with the provisions outlined in the Electoral Bond Scheme 2018, initially notified by the Government of India through Gazette Notification No. 20 on 2nd January 2018, with…

New Delhi: The COVID-19 sub-variant JN.1 has been identified in Odisha, marking its presence in a total of 10 states across the country, as per the latest data released by the Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium (INSACOG). With a total of 196 cases reported nationwide, the sub-variant has been detected in states such as Kerala, Goa,…

Puri: On the auspicious occasion of January 1, the administration of Shree Jagannath Temple took decisive steps to enhance the sanctity and decorum within the revered 12th-century shrine. In a significant move, the temple authorities made the dress code mandatory for devotees seeking entry into the sacred temple premises. With effect from January 1, a…

Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik laid the foundation stone for the commencement of the first phase of the Bhubaneswar Metro Rail Project today at a ceremony held near Trisulia, marking a significant milestone in the state’s infrastructural development. The ambitious project’s initial phase will establish a crucial link between Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA)…

Japan: A powerful earthquake, registering a preliminary magnitude of 7.6, struck north-central Japan on Monday, leading to heightened concerns about potential tsunamis along the coastal regions of Ishikawa, Niigata, and Toyama prefectures. The Japan Meteorological Agency promptly issued a tsunami warning following a series of robust earthquakes that rattled western areas. Notably, a major tsunami…

Sriharikota: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) commenced the new year with a remarkable achievement, launching the PSLV-C58 carrying the X-ray Polarimeter Satellite (XPoSat) on January 1, 2024. In its 60th mission, the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) soared into the skies at 9:10 a.m. from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. Approximately 22…

Debrigarh: The winter season of 2023 at Debrigarh Sanctuary witnessed a substantial increase in tourist footfall, attracting visitors from various parts of India and foreign countries. The primary attractions, including Safari, Cruise, and interactions with local communities, contributed to the sanctuary’s popularity. As of the end of December 2023, Debrigarh Ecotourism has already generated revenue…