Odisha Chief Minister Inaugurates 29 Police Stations, Outposts, and SDPO Buildings to Strengthen Law Enforcement

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated 29 new police stations, outposts, and Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) buildings across Odisha. The virtual inauguration marked a milestone in the state’s commitment to creating a secure and citizen-centric environment. Addressing the occasion, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik emphasized that the upgraded infrastructure and technological support provided to the Odisha…

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Orissa High Court Issues Notice to State Govt on PIL Against Private Practice by Govt Doctors

Cuttack: The Orissa High Court has taken cognizance of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking intervention against the private practice of government doctors, citing its adverse impact on the quality of healthcare services provided in state-run medical facilities. The PIL, filed by Cuttack-based social activist Narayan Chandra Jena, prompted a two-judge bench comprising Chief Justice…

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Masterclass on Editing by Ollie Huddleston Highlights Storytelling Techniques at MIFF 2024

Mumbai: “As an editor, you need to be involved in the story, fall in love with the characters—whether with fiction or documentaries,” said Ollie Huddleston, an award-winning film editor with over 30 years of experience in television and cinema documentaries. Huddleston shared his insights during a masterclass titled ‘Shaping Characters,’ organized on the penultimate day…

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Prime Minister Modi Donates BHISHM Cubes to Ukraine for Humanitarian Assistance

New Delhi: In a gesture of solidarity and humanitarian support, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today presented four BHISHM (Bharat Health Initiative for Sahyog, Hita & Maitri) Cubes to the Government of Ukraine. The donation was made during an official handover, where Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed his gratitude to the Indian Prime Minister for the timely…

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Empowering Dreams: Odisha’s Educational Revolution Under the 5T HST Program

Bhubaneswar: To transform the educational landscape of Odisha, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik recently inaugurated 286 schools across six districts – Khurda, Sonepur, Puri, Nayagarh, Boudh, and Nabarangpur. This significant development unfolded as part of the 4th phase of the Odisha Government’s pioneering 5T High School Transformation Program, with an ambitious plan to cover a total…

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Chief Secretary sets deadline to finish Birsa Munda International Hockey Stadium by Nov 30

Rourkela: Chief Secretary Suresh Chandra Mahapatra along with senior officials visited Rourkela on Thursday and reviewed the work progress of Birsa Munda International Hockey Stadium, expansion of Rourkela airport, and other peripheral development work ahead of the Men’s Hockey World Cup-2023. The Chief Secretary was accompanied by Sports and Youth Services department Secretary R. Vineel…

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IIMC, IIMCAA Must Join Hands to Upskill Journalists: Prof. Anand Pradhan

Bhubaneswar: The Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) and its alumni body, the IIMC Alumni Association (IIMCAA), should collaborate more closely to enhance the professional skills of journalists, said Prof. Anand Pradhan, Regional Director of IIMC Dhenkanal, on Saturday. Addressing Connection 2025—the annual alumni meet of the IIMC Odisha Chapter held in Bhubaneswar—Prof. Pradhan emphasized the…

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