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Sonia Gandhi · Odisha

Odisha: Ex-MLA expelled from Congress for anti-party activities

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Voter · Odisha

Five states/UTs set for draft voter roll release Tuesday: ECI kicks off 'Claims and Objections' phase

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The Election Commission (EC) announced Monday that the draft electoral rolls for five regions — West Bengal, Rajasthan, Goa, Puducherry, and Lakshadweep — will be officially published on Tuesday, December 16.See the Story

Unemployment · Odisha

Rising unemployment: Over 9,000 candidates appear for 187 Home Guard posts in Odisha's Sambalpur

Sambalpur: In an incident highlighting the rising unemployment, more than 9,000 candidates appeared for the Home Guard recruitment examination conducted by the Sambalpur police on Tuesday, even though only 187 posts are available. The recruitment drive covered Home Guard posts for 24 police stations, drawing an unexpectedly large number of applicants for a job that requires a minimum educational qualification of Class V. The high turnout surpris…See the Story

Odisha to Begin Bird Census on January 6

Odisha will begin its annual bird census on January 6 as migratory birds arrive across the state’s wetlands and sanctuaries. Forest and Environment Minister Ganesh Ram Singh Khuntia announced the initiative, highlighting the importance of conservation and tourism. The census will cover major sites including Chilika Lake, Nalabana, Mangalajodi, Hirakud Dam, and Nandankanan Zoological Park. […] The post Odisha to Begin Bird Census on January 6 app…Odisha, Odisha · Odisha Read Article

Odisha: Record cremations push Puri Swargadwar to brink

Puri: An unprecedented surge in cremations at Puri Swargadwar has triggered serious concerns over sustainability and forest conservation as mounting pressure on firewood supplies threatens to overwhelm Odisha’s largest cremation ground. With dependence on traditional wood-based cremation practices clashing with record daily demand, the ecological and logistical crisis only seems to be growing. The number of bodies arriving for last rites has be…Odisha, Odisha · Odisha Read Article

Agitators Attack Sub-Collector's Vehicle During Deogarh Bandh in Odisha, Many Detained

Deogarh: Odisha's Deogarh district witnessed tension on Wednesday as a district-wide bandh called by the Zilla Mahila Ekata Mancha turned violent over the demand for round-the-clock services at the old district hospital, as the protesters allegedly attacked the sub-collector's vehicle. As part of the protest, the agitators blocked National Highway 49 near Ambedkar Chhak in the morning, disrupting vehicular movement. Police reached the spot and r…Odisha, Odisha · Odisha See the Story

Rising unemployment: Over 9,000 candidates appear for 187 Home Guard posts in Odisha's Sambalpur

Plus II Student Dies Mysteriously In Odisha Ashram School; Family Alleges Murder

Sonepur: A Plus II student died under mysterious circumstances at a residential school in Odisha’s Sonepur district on Tuesday with his family alleging that he was beaten to death. As per information, the incident took place at Tarbha Ashram School. The deceased student was studying in second year of Plus II and staying in the hostel of the residential school. While the exact cause of his death is yet to be ascertained, his family members allege…Odisha, Odisha · Odisha Read Article

Odisha Prepares for National Road Safety Month 2026: Awareness on Wheels

In a reaffirmation of its commitment to safer roads and responsible mobility, Odisha has begun preparations for National Road Safety Month 2026. This observance will take place from January 1 to January 31, 2026, as notified by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, Government of India. A preliminary meeting was held today at Kharavel […] The post Odisha Prepares for National Road Safety Month 2026: Awareness on Wheels appeared first on Pr…Odisha, Odisha · Odisha Read Article

Houses Illegally Built By Drug Trafficker On Govt Land Razed To Ground In Puri

Puri: Stepping up the crackdown on drug smugglers in Odisha’s Puri, police on Tuesday demolished three illegally constructed houses belonging to notorious Tiki Khan. Tiki Khan happens to be the son-in-law of alleged brown sugar dealer Sukanti Panda. Four houses of Sukanti Panda were earlier razed on December 4 as part of the ongoing anti-narcotics operation. As per sources, Sukanti Panda is currently lodged in jail after she had been arrested fo…Odisha, Odisha · Odisha Read Article

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Odisha: Ex-MLA expelled from Congress for anti-party activities

Five states/UTs set for draft voter roll release Tuesday: ECI kicks off 'Claims and Objections' phase

Rising unemployment: Over 9,000 candidates appear for 187 Home Guard posts in Odisha's Sambalpur

Odisha to Begin Bird Census on January 6

Odisha: Record cremations push Puri Swargadwar to brink

Agitators Attack Sub-Collector's Vehicle During Deogarh Bandh in Odisha, Many Detained

Rising unemployment: Over 9,000 candidates appear for 187 Home Guard posts in Odisha's Sambalpur

How Munda tribals of Rantal are reviving Odisha’s indigenous rice varieties

Odisha Law Minister Defends MLA Salary Hike, Questions LoP's Post-Hoc Criticism

Odisha Deputy CM Reviews Khandagiri & Udayagiri Tourism Development Project

Plus II Student Dies Mysteriously In Odisha Ashram School; Family Alleges Murder

Odisha Prepares for National Road Safety Month 2026: Awareness on Wheels

Houses Illegally Built By Drug Trafficker On Govt Land Razed To Ground In Puri

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Odisha to Begin Bird Census on January 6

Odisha: Record cremations push Puri Swargadwar to brink

Agitators Attack Sub-Collector's Vehicle During Deogarh Bandh in Odisha, Many Detained

Rising unemployment: Over 9,000 candidates appear for 187 Home Guard posts in Odisha's Sambalpur

How Munda tribals of Rantal are reviving Odisha’s indigenous rice varieties

Odisha Law Minister Defends MLA Salary Hike, Questions LoP's Post-Hoc Criticism

Odisha Deputy CM Reviews Khandagiri & Udayagiri Tourism Development Project

Plus II Student Dies Mysteriously In Odisha Ashram School; Family Alleges Murder

Odisha Prepares for National Road Safety Month 2026: Awareness on Wheels

Houses Illegally Built By Drug Trafficker On Govt Land Razed To Ground In Puri

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