Puri: In a major step to boost security and improve operations at the revered Puri Jagannath Temple, the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) has deployed 20 retired Army personnel to oversee the functioning of the Anand Bazaar area, where the sacred Mahaprasad is sold to devotees. This initiative aims to reform the Bazaar by ensuring…
Bhubaneswar: In a landmark case in Bhubaneswar, a servitor from the Lingaraj temple, Kundan Mohapatra, has been convicted within just 28 days of his arrest, marking the first instance of such swift justice in the city. Mohapatra was apprehended on February 19 on charges of misbehaving with female tourists from Sweden. The rapid resolution of…
New Delhi: The Indian government is harnessing the substantial potential of the food processing sector, placing significant emphasis on the comprehensive advancement of all sub-segments throughout the entire value chain, spanning from farm gates to retail outlets.
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Vigilance Department on Sunday caught Dhiman Chakma, IAS (2021 batch) and Sub-Collector of Dharamgarh in Kalahandi district, red-handed while accepting a bribe of ₹10 lakh from a local businessman at his official residence. The bribe amount was reportedly part of a larger demand of ₹20 lakh, allegedly made by the Sub-Collector under threats…
Bhubaneswar: The Council of Higher Secondary Education (CHSE), Odisha, announced the results of the Plus Two examinations for Arts, Commerce, and Science streams on Sunday. The overall pass percentages reveal a strong performance across all streams, with the Science stream leading at 86.93 percent. The Arts stream saw a pass percentage of 80.95 percent, while…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has achieved a significant milestone in tax collection, recording the highest-ever Gross GST (CGST+ IGST+ OGST + Cess) collection of Rs. 5902.25 Cr during April 2024. This marks a substantial increase from the corresponding collection of Rs. 5035.74 Cr recorded in April 2023, registering an impressive growth rate of 17.21%, surpassing the national average…
Bhubaneswar, June 12, 2024: Senior BJP leader and Ranpur MLA, Surama Padhy, is set to become the new Speaker of the Odisha Legislative Assembly. The announcement comes following the BJP’s victory over the Naveen Patnaik-led BJD in the 2024 state elections, securing the party’s mandate to form the government. Surama Padhy, born on December 29,…
Hyderabad: The aviation industry in Asia has gathered in full force at the Begumpet Airport in Hyderabad for the commencement of the four-day “Wings India 24” extravaganza, the largest event in the Civil Aviation sector in the region.
Bhubaneswar: Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan paid a visit to INS Chilka, the premier ab-initio training establishment of the Indian Navy. During his visit, the CDS was briefed on the critical role INS Chilka plays in shaping the future sea warriors of the Indian Navy and provided an overview of the Agniveer…
New Delhi: SJVN Limited, a leading hydroelectric power company, has once again proven its commitment to social development and sustainability by winning two prestigious awards at the 15th CIDC Vishwakarma Awards 2024. The awards, instituted by the Construction Industry Development Council (CIDC), recognize SJVN’s exemplary efforts in corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives and its role…
