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Bhubaneswar: The Opposition Biju Janata Dal (BJD) Thursday raised serious concerns over the alleged non-payment of financial assistance to more than 50,000 children orphaned during the COVID-19 pandemic since March this year. In a press statement, the regional party condemned the state government over the...

Bhubaneswar: Vice President C P Radhakrishnan Thursday said science must not only generate knowledge but also guide policy and ensure sustainability, with the world facing unprecedented opportunities and complex challenges in the present times. Addressing the 15th graduation ceremony of the National Institute of Science...

Kataka: A motorcycle rider was critically injured after being run over by an ‘Ama Bus’ at Malachandia Square under Badambadi police limits in Kataka Thursday. According to eyewitnesses, bus dragged the rider for nearly 15 metres before coming to a halt. Locals rushed the injured...

Bhubaneswar: Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan Thursday launched the Letter of Authorisation (LoA) for sustainable harnessing of fisheries in the high seas and the Odisha Deep Sea Fishing Mission document. Radhakrishnan, who arrived in the morning on a day-long visit, launched the two programmes in...

Cuttack: State Transport Authority (STA) has launched a special enforcement drive against vehicles operating without valid fitness certificates, insurance or permits, triggering intensive checks across Cuttack. As part of the drive, Cuttack RTO has seized 56 vehicles so far, including autos, tractors, motorcycles and goods...

Bhubaneswar: Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan arrived at Biju Patnaik International Airport Thursday on a one-day visit to Odisha. During the visit, he will attend the national launch programme for the issuance of Letters of Authorisation for the sustainable harnessing of fisheries in the high seas...

Bhubaneswar: In a step towards strengthening the state’s revenue administration and disaster management infrastructure, the state government has decided to begin construction of the proposed Revenue Bhawan near Kalpana Square in Bhubaneswar shortly, while the foundation stone for the Disaster Management Bhawan will be laid...

Bhubaneswar: Law, Works and Excise Minister Prithiviraj Harichandan Wednesday reviewed the expenditure and progress of various infrastructure projects undertaken by the Works Department and directed officials to expedite the execution of ongoing projects while maintaining quality and adhering to timelines. Chairing a review meeting, the...

Bhubaneswar: Odisha will introduce a completely paperless and cashless land registration system across all registration offices in the state in a major reform aimed at enhancing transparency, efficiency and accountability in property registration services. The decision was taken at a high-level review meeting chaired by...