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Doctors Defy ESMA: OMSA Continues Protest Across Odisha

Defying the State Government’s implementation of the Essential Services Maintenance Act (ESMA), the Odisha Medical Services Association (OMSA) continued its agitation on Wednesday. Doctors across the state observed a two-hour OPD closure, severely disrupting healthcare services. Despi
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CM Mohan Majhi Orders Healthcare Overhaul; Odisha to Adopt Ayushman Digital Mission

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi chaired a high-level review of the Health and Family Welfare Department today, directing officials to conduct field visits to accelerate infrastructure development. A major highlight was the proposal to implement the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) st
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Odisha Shivers as Mercury Plummets; Jharsuguda Records Lowest Temp Since 1953

A severe cold wave has gripped Odisha, with temperatures dropping significantly across the state. Jharsuguda recorded a bone-chilling 5.1°C, its lowest minimum temperature since 1953. In the capital, the mercury plunged by 7 degrees to reach 7.2°C early Wednesday morning. The Regiona
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Public Darshan Restricted Today for ‘Banakalagi’ Ritual

The sacred Banakalagi Niti, the secret facial ritual of the Holy Trinity, is set to be performed at the Jagannath Temple today on the occasion of Magha Krishna Chaturthi. According to the temple administration, public darshan will remain suspended for five hours, from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, to fa
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Mission 2047: CM Defends VBJ Ramji Bill, Vows End to Corruption

Addressing a high-stakes press conference at the BJP headquarters, the Chief Minister championed the VBJ Ramji Bill as a cornerstone for "Gram Swaraj" and a developed India by 2047. The CM vehemently dismissed opposition claims that the Act is anti-farmer, labeling them as "misin
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Smog Alert: Bhubaneswar Overtakes Delhi; Strict Curbs Imposed

In a shocking environmental shift, air quality in Bhubaneswar has surpassed Delhi’s pollution levels, triggering immediate emergency measures across the Twin Cities. Forest and Environment Minister Ganesh Ram Singh Khuntia announced a stringent crackdown to combat the rising toxicity. Key
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Tragic Highway Collision: Journalist Among Two Dead Near Pipili

A horrific road accident on the Bhubaneswar-Puri National Highway claimed two lives today, including a prominent media professional. The incident occurred near Jamalpur Chack under the jurisdiction of the Pipili police station. The victims, identified as Bhubaneswar-based private channel
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Paddy Procurement Deadlock: Rice Millers Strike Across Odisha

Farmers across Odisha face deep uncertainty as the All Odisha Rice Millers Association announced a statewide boycott of paddy collection starting Tuesday. The decision follows the collapse of high-level talks between the association and Supply Corporation MD, K. Sudarshan Chakravarthy. De
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Jollywood Mourns: Iconic Villain Gyan Ranjan Sahu Passes Away

The Odisha Jollywood industry has been plunged into mourning following the untimely demise of veteran actor Gyan Ranjan Sahu on Monday. Known for his legendary villainous roles, Sahu passed away at Bhuban Medical College while undergoing treatment for jaundice and liver cirrhosis. Sahu’s
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Odisha Shivers as Cold Wave and Dense Fog Grip State

A biting cold wave has paralyzed normal life across Odisha, with the Regional Meteorological Centre predicting an even sharper dip in temperatures. Over the next three to four days, mercury levels are expected to plummet by 2°C to 4°C, intensifying the winter chill across the state.
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Midnight Blaze Devastates Bhadrak Village; Massive Livestock Loss

A catastrophic fire tore through Chhatrapada village in Tihidi Block late last night, reducing a 10-room residential complex to ashes. The inferno, which impacted seven families, resulted in a harrowing loss of life for over 100 goats and 10 cows, who were trapped and burnt alive. Beyond the
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Strict New Screening for Bus Drivers Following Recent Mishap

In a decisive move to curb rising road accidents, Transport Secretary Usha Padhi announced that bus drivers must now clear a mandatory third-party screening test before hitting the road. This follows a high-level meeting where yesterday’s fatal accident was termed "seriously unfortu
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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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