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Liquor Mafia Brutally Attacks Excise Team; 3 Constables Injured

Growing lawlessness by the liquor mafia was on display in Bodapoda village under Nayagarh Sadar police station, as an excise raid turned into a violent ambush. Three excise constables—Keivalya Swain, Deviprasad Padhi, and Neela Lohit Mallik—sustained injuries during the coordinated
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Sky-High Success: Bhubaneswar Airport Shatters Traffic Records in 2025

The Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA) achieved a historic milestone in 2025, recording its highest-ever annual passenger traffic. Data reveals that 5,152,765 passengers traveled through the terminal, supported by 38,547 flight movements, catapulting BPIA to the 13th busiest airport in India.
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Ritual Deadlock Ends: Lord Lingaraj Resumes Public Darshan

Normalcy has returned to the 11th-century Lingaraj Temple after a 24-hour deadlock left the deity "fasting" and rituals suspended. Following the Mangala Alathi today, thousands of devotees finally regained darshan after a tense dispute between the Badu and Brahmin Niyogs. The stale
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Long-Term Consent Isn’t Coercion: HC Acquits Man of Rape Charges

In a significant ruling, Justice Radhakrishna Patnaik of the High Court has held that a long-term physical relationship cannot be termed "coercion." The court overturned a lower court's seven-year sentence for an accused in a 2006 case from Subarnapur district. The victim had al
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Honor & Valor: India Celebrates 78th Army Day

Today, January 15, marks a momentous occasion as the nation celebrates Indian Army Day, honoring the relentless sacrifice and bravery of our soldiers. The significance of this date traces back to 1949, when Field Marshal K.M. Cariappa made history by becoming the first Indian Commander-in-Chief
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Manja Menace: Youth Critically Injured; Police Raid Markets

A festive Makar Sankranti turned tragic in the capital today after a youth sustained life-threatening injuries when his neck was slit by illegal kite-flying wire (Manja). The victim is currently in critical condition at a local hospital. Following the incident, the Commissionerate Police launch
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Faith Flows at Sangam: Lakhs Take Holy Dip for Makar Sankranti

A wave of spiritual fervor swept across the Sangam today as lakhs of devotees gathered for the Makar Sankranti bathing festival. Under clear, fog-free skies, the ritual began at dawn, with an estimated two lakh people completing their holy dip by 7:00 AM. As the sun emerged, the riverbank
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Golden Grace: Devotees Flock to Ghatgaon for Maa Tarini’s Suna Besha

On the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti, the holy shrine of Ghatgaon became a sea of devotion as Maa Tarini appeared in her spectacular Suna Besha (Golden Attire). Since 6:30 AM, thousands of devotees have queued for a glimpse of the deity, following the traditional Makar Buda (holy dip).
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Blooming Horizon: SOA to Host Inaugural Two-Day "Pushpa" Festival

To mark International Flower Day, the Institute of Agricultural Sciences (IAS) at SOA University will host its first-ever Pushpa Festival on January 19th and 20th. Held at Campus-4, this two-day event aims to bridge the gap between floral beauty and industrial growth. The debut day features vib
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Divine Splendor: Mahaprabhu Dazzles in Makar Chaurasi Besha

On the holy occasion of Makar Sankranti, the Shree Jagannath Temple witnessed a surge of spiritual fervor as Mahaprabhu gave darshan in the rare and exquisite Makar Makara chaurasi Besha. Marking the Sun's auspicious Uttarayan journey, the temple administration implemented a special schedule to acco
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Sun Enters Capricorn: Odisha Celebrates Makar Sankranti with Fervor

As the Sun begins its northward journey into the Capricorn sign, Odisha has erupted in vibrant celebrations for Makar Sankranti. Marking the end of winter, the festival was observed today with traditional rituals and deep spiritual devotion. At the heart of the festivities is the iconic M
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Academic Icon Passes Away: SOA Mourns Renowned Physicist Prof. R.N.P. Choudhary

The academic community is in mourning following the demise of Prof. R.N.P. Choudhary, an eminent researcher and Emeritus Professor at SOA’s ITER. The 80-year-old scholar passed away on Sunday after a prolonged illness. A distinguished alumnus of the University of Edinburgh, Prof. Choud
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Security Breach: Youth Detained After Approaching CM Majhi at Utkal University

A security scare unfolded at Utkal University today when an unidentified youth attempted to intercept Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. The incident occurred as the CM arrived to attend a Youth Day function on the campus. As Chief Minister Majhi stepped out of his vehicle and headed toward the
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Police Excellence Honored: 46 Officers Receive DG’s Medal in Cuttack

In a prestigious ceremony at R.K. Padhi Memorial Hall, State DGP Yogesh Bahadur Khurania conferred the Director General of Security Medal upon 46 distinguished police personnel. The awards recognize exceptional service, unwavering dedication, and outstanding performance across various ranks.
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Odisha Echoes with Collective ‘Vande Mataram’

A powerful wave of patriotism swept across Odisha today as students, teachers, and educators gathered to sing ‘Vande Mataram’ in unison. Marking the 150th anniversary of the iconic national song, the collective recital took place across all schools, colleges, and universities in th
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