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Bhubaneswar: The state government Tuesday announced a revision of the rates for the project-affected families under the Odisha Resettlement and Rehabilitation Policy, 2006, which will be implemented from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2028, officials said. This was the 10th biennial revision of various...

Bhubaneswar: The flood situation in Odisha remained grim Tuesday as over 1 lakh people in six districts are still affected, despite a fall in water levels in major rivers, officials said. A total of 79 rescue teams are working in the flood-hit districts of Bhadrak,...

Bhubaneswar: The Opposition BJD Tuesday strongly opposed the proposed move by the BJP government to lease out Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA) to a private entity, terming the proposed privatisation an “attack on Odia Asmita” and warning of an agitation if the decision is not...

Bhubaneswar: The 19th UMI conference will provide Odisha with an opportunity to showcase its transformation in urban mobility, including modern public transport systems, transport electrification, non-motorised transport initiatives, smart urban infrastructure and sustainable multimodal connectivity, said Housing and Urban Development department Additional Chief Secretary Usha...

Bhubaneswar: The state government Tuesday said the investigation into alleged irregularities of around Rs 12 crore in the purchase and customisation of 51 Mahindra Thar vehicles by the Forest department will be conducted with complete transparency and impartiality, assuring that strong action will follow if...

Bhubaneswar: The monsoon session of the Odisha assembly is scheduled to commence September 22 and continue till October 3, officials said Tuesday. The session will have eight official business days, according to the provisional calendar issued by the assembly secretariat. Several issues are likely to...

Bhubaneswar: Four people narrowly escaped after a truck allegedly lost control and rammed into a car near Pahala in Bhubaneswar Tuesday, dragging the vehicle for about 100 meters. The impact severely damaged one side of the car, while all four occupants escaped without serious injuries....

Kataka: Odisha T20 League 2026 will get underway September 18 at Kataka's iconic Barabati Stadium, with the tournament final scheduled for September 27. The 10-day competition will bring together cricketers from across the state, offering established players and emerging talent an opportunity to compete in...

Bhubaneswar: After Kataka, Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation’s health department intensified inspections at sweet shops in Pahala Tuesday, with officials using a testing van to check the quality of ‘chhena’ and paneer amid concerns over adulteration ahead of the festive season. Officials inspected several popular sweet shops...