CM Majhi Reviews Cyclone ‘Montha’ Preparedness, Emphasises Zero Casualties

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Thursday reviewed the state’s preparedness to face Cyclone ‘Montha’ at Lok Seva Bhawan and directed officials to ensure “zero casualties” through timely evacuation and coordinated response. Although the cyclone is currently impacting parts of Andhra Pradesh, Odisha is expected to experience heavy rainfall and strong winds, especially across…

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Residential Hands-on Skill Development Training for Vocational Students Kicks Off Across Odisha

Bhubaneswar: A five-day Residential Hands-on Skill Development Training Programme for students of Government Vocational Higher Secondary Schools has commenced across Odisha, aiming to strengthen practical competencies and boost employability among youth. The training, organised by the Directorate of Higher Secondary Education (DHSE), is being held simultaneously at three premier institutions — the Central Tool Room…

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Gukesh Outclasses Nakamura in Saint Louis, Wins Hearts with Calm Sportsmanship

Saint Louis (USA): World Chess Champion D. Gukesh produced a composed and commanding performance to defeat American Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura in the rapid format at the Clutch Chess Champions Showdown 2025 in Saint Louis. The victory, which sealed their mini-match, came amid heightened attention following their controversial face-off weeks earlier. According to NDTV, Gukesh’s win…

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Cyclone ‘Montha’ Set to Hit Andhra Coast Tonight, Heavy Rainfall and Strong Winds Lash Odisha

Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday issued a midday alert, warning that Severe Cyclonic Storm ‘Montha’ (pronounced Mon-Tha) is inching closer to the Andhra Pradesh coast and will likely make landfall near Kakinada late this evening or night. The system is expected to unleash heavy rain, strong winds, and rough sea conditions across…

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Strong Quake Shakes Western Turkey’s Balikesir Province; 19 Injured, No Fatalities Reported

Istanbul: Panic gripped parts of western Turkey late Monday after a 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck Balikesir province, injuring at least 19 people and damaging several structures. The powerful tremor sent residents rushing out of their homes as buildings swayed across multiple cities. Health Minister Kemal Memisoglu said the majority of the injuries occurred when people leapt…

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Odisha on High Alert as Cyclone ‘Montha’ Nears Landfall; Over 11,000 Evacuated

Bhubaneswar: With Cyclone ‘Montha’ barreling toward the Andhra Pradesh coast, the Odisha government has intensified its preparedness measures, evacuating more than 11,000 people from vulnerable coastal and low-lying regions. The cyclone’s outer bands have already brought heavy rain and strong winds to several southern districts of the state. Authorities said the government plans to evacuate…

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