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Cuttack IIC Arrested by Vigilance; ₹5 Lakh Seized in Bribery Raid

In a major crackdown on corruption, Odisha Vigilance arrested Vijay Kumar Barik, the Inspector-in-Charge (IIC) of Cuttack CRRI Police Station, on Sunday. Barik was apprehended at Rajmahal Chowk while allegedly accepting a ₹40,000 bribe from a licensed liquor dealer. Following the trap, Vigil
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CM Announces ₹4 Lakh Ex-Gratia After Fatal ‘Aama Bus’ Collision

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has announced an assistance of ₹4 lakh from the Relief Fund (CMRF) for the family of Bishnu Patra, an auto driver killed in a collision with an ‘Aama Bus’ at Rupali Chack on Saturday. Expressing deep grief, the CM also wished a speedy recovery to a stude
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CM Majhi Orders Safety Overhaul for ‘Aama Bus’ After Rising Accidents

Concerned by a string of recent mishaps, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has ordered a comprehensive safety overhaul of the state’s ‘Aama Bus’ service. Taking a serious view of the accidents, the CM directed the Commerce and Transport Department to prioritize driver skill develop
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Security Breach: Outrage as Footwear Found Inside Temple Premises

A serious security lapse has sparked outrage at the temple after reports surfaced of an individual entering the inner sanctum wearing shoes. The incident came to light on Saturday morning when a temple servitor discovered a shoe discarded near the Bhog Mandap gate. The servitor, who personally
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SOA IDS Launches Historic "White Coat New Year Pledge" Tradition

The Institute of Dental Sciences (IDS) marked the New Year by launching a landmark tradition: the White Coat New Year Pledge Program. Held on Thursday, the event saw faculty, postgraduates, and interns gather to take a formal oath of professional integrity. Dean Prof. (Dr.) Ruchi Bhuyan,
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IMS & SUM Hospital Ranks 15th Nationally; Celebrates New Year Success

The Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS) & SUM Hospital ushered in 2026 with a celebratory event on Thursday, marking a year of significant milestones. Under the leadership of Dean Prof. (Dr.) Sanghamita Mishra, the institution recognized its climb to the 15th position in the NIRF Ranking 2
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Grand Home Coming For 1500 SOA Aluminis

It was a grand home coming for around 1500 alumnis of Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan Deemed to be University here on Saturday as the former students were reunited with their former classmates, relived their relationship with teachers and walked down memory lane as they visited their alma mater.
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₹7 Crore Feast: Capital’s Massive Non-Veg Splurge Before New Year Silence

BHUBANESWAR – The capital city bid farewell to 2025 with an extraordinary culinary frenzy, recording non-vegetarian ("Amish") sales worth a staggering ₹7.01 crore on December 31. As the year ended on a Wednesday—a traditional non-vegetarian day—residents spared no expense
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Mission 2036: CM Majhi Outlines 15-Point Vision for New Chief Secretary

Marking her first working day, Chief Secretary Anu Garg received a strategic 15-point mandate from Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi to transform Odisha into a $500 billion economy by 2036. The directive prioritizes the Vision Document 2036, emphasizing rapid industrialization and administrativ
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New Dawn at Samaleswari: Thousands Throng Temple to Welcome 2026

The New Year has arrived with a wave of spiritual fervor as devotees gathered in massive numbers at the Maa Samaleswari Temple to usher in 2026. Following age-old traditions, the temple gates opened at 5 AM for initial rituals, with public darshan commencing at 6 AM. To manage the overwhe
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Fog Paralysis: Flights Grounded as Odisha Shivers at 5.2°C

A massive blanket of dense fog has brought Odisha to a standstill this New Year’s Day, grounding air traffic at the capital’s airport. With visibility dropping below 50 meters, only one flight has managed to take off since morning, leaving hundreds of passengers stranded. The region
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Faith Over Frost: Millions Throng Temples to Ring in 2026

Devotion triumphed over the winter chill as millions of devotees flocked to shrines across India to seek blessings on the first day of 2026. From the historic temples of Delhi to the coastal spiritual hubs of Mumbai, the New Year began with a resonant echo of prayers for prosperity. In Ujjain,
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New Year 2026: Mandatory PAN-Aadhaar Linking and 8th Pay Commission Kick Off

As India rings in 2026, major financial shifts have officially taken effect. The most critical change is the deactivation of unlinked PAN cards. As of today, January 1, any PAN not linked to an Aadhaar card is considered inoperative, blocking tax filings, refunds, and high-value banking transactions
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New Year Bonanza: CM Mohan Majhi Hikes DA for State Employees

In a significant New Year gift, Chief Minister Mohan Majhi has announced a 5% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) for government employees. This increase raises the DA from 55% to 60%, based on the Sixth Pay Commission scale. The Finance Department confirmed that the hike will be implemented retros
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Drug Bust at Biju Patnaik Airport: ₹4 Crore Hydroponic Weed Seized

For the second day running, Biju Patnaik International Airport has intercepted a major drug shipment. Customs officials seized 3.99 kg of premium hydroponic marijuana, valued at approximately ₹4 crore, from a passenger arriving from Bangkok. Acting on a tip-off, the Intelligence and Custo
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