Odisha Shuts All Schools and Colleges Amid Scorching Heatwave; CM Announces Safety Measures for Students

Bhubaneswar: In a decisive move to protect students from the intensifying heatwave sweeping across Odisha, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has ordered the closure of all educational institutions, from Anganwadi centers to Class 12, starting April 23. The measure applies uniformly to both government and private institutions across the state. The announcement was made following…

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Indian Railways Announces 540 Additional Train Services for Holi Festival Rush

New Delhi: In light of the festive fervour surrounding the celebration of Holi, Indian Railways has stepped up to accommodate the surge in passenger demand by introducing 540 additional train services across various routes. The move aims to facilitate convenient travel for rail passengers and alleviate the strain caused by the extra rush during this…

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DGMO Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai Reviews Security and Border Infrastructure During Manipur Visit

Imphal: Director General Military Operations (DGMO) of the Indian Army, Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai, visited Manipur on February 24 and 25 to assess the security situation along the Indo-Myanmar Border (IMB) and review ongoing border infrastructure developments in the state. During his visit, Lt Gen Ghai met with Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla, State Security…

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Odisha Tennis Association Kicks Off AITA OTA All India Super Series Tennis Tournament 2024

Bhubaneswar: The fervour of competitive tennis echoed through the Kalinga Stadium Tennis Complex in Bhubaneswar as the AITA OTA All India Super Series Boys & Girls Under-12 & Under-14 Juniors Tennis Tournament 2024 commenced on March 2nd. Hosted by the Odisha Tennis Association (OTA), the tournament is scheduled to run until March 8th, bringing together…

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Train Services to Be Temporarily Disrupted for Modernization Work on Budhapank-Salegaon Line

Bhubaneswar: In a continued effort to enhance railway infrastructure and passenger safety, Indian Railways will be undertaking critical track linking and non-interlocking operations at Meramandali Railway Station under the Dhenkanal-Angul section. The operations are part of the ongoing modernization work on the Budhapank-Salegaon 3rd and 4th Line Project, covering a crucial 27.28 km stretch between…

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DHW Participants Clean and Explore Kumbheswar Temple on Raja Utsav

Dhenkanal: While much of Odisha revelled in swings, sweets, and celebrations for the Raja festival, a quieter, more reflective celebration unfolded in the village of Deopada, where heritage enthusiasts gathered for the 26th edition of the Dhenkanal Heritage Walks (DHW). This special trail led participants to the centuries-old Kumbheswar Temple, blending spiritual discovery with cultural…

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