Odia Short Story Collection ‘Unmilana’ Released in Puri Amid Literary Fervour

Puri: The holy town of Puri witnessed a vibrant literary evening on Sunday as the Odia short story collection ‘Unmilana’, co-authored by Prasanta Mishra (Pundarika) and Kumar Aurojyoti (Ambarisa), was officially launched. Published by Astitva Prakashan, the anthology was introduced to readers in a grand event marked by thoughtful discussions and cultural performances. The occasion…

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Odisha Strengthens War on Drugs at 5th NCORD Meeting in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards curbing the menace of narcotic trafficking and drug abuse, the 5th state-level meeting of the Narco Coordination Centre (NCORD) was held on Monday at Lok Seva Bhawan in Bhubaneswar. Chaired by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja, the high-level review meeting brought together top officials from state and central enforcement agencies…

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OAV Students Shine in CBSE Class X & XII Exams 2025, Register Remarkable Improvement

Bhubaneswar: Students of Odisha Adarsha Vidyalayas (OAVs) have delivered an exceptional performance in the CBSE Class X and XII Annual Examinations 2025, registering a significant leap in pass percentages and academic excellence across streams. In Class X, the overall pass percentage soared to an impressive 91.8%, a sharp rise from 82.26% recorded in 2024. A…

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Majhi Flags Off ₹420-Crore Development Drive in Mayurbhanj, Unveils Vision for Transformative Growth

Mayurbhanj: In a major push towards accelerating regional development in northern Odisha, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday rolled out a slew of infrastructure and welfare projects worth over ₹420 crore in Mayurbhanj district. The grand event, held at Bisoi, witnessed an enthusiastic public turnout as the Chief Minister inaugurated and laid the foundation…

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Ashwini Vaishnaw Inaugurates India’s First 3nm Chip Design Centres in Noida and Bengaluru

New Delhi: Union Minister for Electronics & Information Technology, Railways, and Information & Broadcasting, Ashwini Vaishnaw, on Monday inaugurated two cutting-edge semiconductor design facilities of Renesas Electronics India Private Limited, located in Noida and Bengaluru. Marking a major milestone for India’s growing tech prowess, these facilities include the nation’s first design center to work on…

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Puri Heritage Walks Explores Sacred Narendra Sarovar and Historic Ashrams

Puri: The 10th edition of the Puri Heritage Walks (PHW) unfolded a rich tapestry of spiritual legacy and cultural storytelling yesterday as around 20 heritage enthusiasts from Puri, Bhubaneswar, Konark, and Rourkela embarked on a guided trail around the revered Narendra Sarovar and its surrounding landmarks. The walk commenced with a visit to the sacred…

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Any adventurism would attract ‘fierce and punitive’ response: Indian military’s message to Pakistan

New Delhi: In the aftermath of the “understanding” between India and Pakistan, Indian military leadership on Sunday asserted any future adventurism on the part of Pakistan or its terror outfits would meet a befitting “fierce and punitive” response.  Three senior military officers, Lt General Rajiv Ghai, Vice Admiral AN Pramod, and Air Marshal Awadhesh Kumar Bharti…

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India’s Tech Supremacy in Modern Warfare Proven: Dr. Jitendra Singh on National Technology Day

New Delhi: “Modern warfare is entirely technology-driven, and India’s supremacy has been proven over the last four days,” said Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, addressing the 27th National Technology Day celebrations at the Ambedkar International Centre. The Minister underscored India’s remarkable transformation into a technology-driven defence power under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership. Dr. Jitendra…

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Rajnath Singh Inaugurates BrahMos Integration & Testing Facility in Lucknow

Lucknow: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday inaugurated the BrahMos Integration and Testing Facility Centre in Lucknow, hailing it as a significant milestone in India’s journey towards defence self-reliance. Addressing the gathering virtually, Singh declared Operation Sindoor not merely a military manoeuvre, but a resounding assertion of India’s political, social, and strategic resolve. “Operation Sindoor…

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