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Mahanadi Water Dispute: Technical Team Meeting Set for Tomorrow

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Mukesh Mahaling, responding on behalf of the Chief Minister, informed the Assembly today that a crucial meeting of the Joint Technical Team regarding the Mahanadi water dispute will be held tomorrow, December 5th. The Minister's statement came in response to
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Probe Launched into Harassment Allegations at Utkal Music College

An investigation has commenced into serious allegations of harassment and 'casting couch' against Shatrughan Samal, a professor in the Drama Department of Utkal Music College. Following widespread media reports, a three-member team led by Deb Prasad Das, Special Secretary of the Odia Lang
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Odisha Govt Sanctions ₹1 Crore Aid for Bargarh Dhanu Yatra

The state government has announced significant financial and logistical support for the world-famous Bargarh Dhanu Yatra, which is scheduled to run from December 24 to January 3. The Odia Language, Literature and Culture Department has sanctioned a financial assistance of ₹1 crore for the
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CBI Probe Uncovers Silicon Corporation's Role in SI Recruitment Fraud

A major scandal involving fraud in the recruitment of Sub-Inspectors (SI) has shaken the state, with the central investigation revealing the involvement of Silicon Corporation and Panchsoft. The investigation, initially handled by the Crime Branch and later taken over by the CBI, led to t
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Ekamra Project to be Fast-Tracked for Mahashivaratri Deadline

BHUBANESWAR: The Ekamra Project is set to be expedited to meet a deadline before Mahashivaratri, with emergency work planned for immediate completion, according to Ekamra MLA Babu Singh. Due to delays by the previous contractor, a new tender will be issued within 15 days to award the remaining
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Fatal Elephant Attack in Deogarh's Riamal; Elderly Man Killed

An elderly man was killed, and a woman was critically injured in two separate incidents of elephant violence reported today in the Juradanga village under the Kundeigola forest section of Riamal. The deceased has been identified as Kunj Dehuri (70). According to reports, the elephant fata
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Sunil Narine Achieves Historic 600 T20 Wickets Landmark

Kolkata Knight Riders legend and Abu Dhabi Knight Riders captain, Sunil Narine, created history by completing 600 wickets in his T20 career during the ILT20 2025-26 season opener against Sharjah Warriors. Narine dismissed England's Tom Abel to become only the third bowler and second spinn
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CM Majhi Extends Greetings on Indian Navy Day

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi extended his greetings to all naval personnel and their families on the occasion of Indian Navy Day today, December 4th. Taking to social media platform X, the Chief Minister paid tribute to the "boundless brave soldiers of the Indian Navy" for
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Over 10,700 Cases Filed Against Unscrupulous Traders in Two Years: Minister Patra

Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Minister Krishna Chandra Patra informed the Assembly today that the Weight and Measures Department registered 10,756 cases against traders across the state over the last two years. Responding to a query from MLA Arvind Mohapatra, the Minister disclosed t
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Tight Security for Barabati T20 Counter Ticket Sale on December 5

Ahead of the public counter sale for the India-South Africa T20 match tickets on December 5th, the Cuttack DCP has reviewed extensive security arrangements to manage the expected crowds. A kilometer-long, zigzag iron barricade has been constructed in the OCA academy area, designed to acco
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Ministers Assigned District-Wise Oversight for Kharif Rice Procurement

The State Government has initiated a major effort to ensure clean and orderly Kharif rice harvesting, placing ministers in charge of monitoring district-level markets (Mandis). Supplies Minister Krishna Chandra Patra announced today that a ministerial committee has been formed, with each
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Barabati T20 Tickets Sell Out Instantly Online; Counter Sale Starts Dec 5

Online ticket sales for the upcoming India-South Africa T20 match at Barabati Stadium on December 9 saw overwhelming demand, with the designated 2,000 tickets selling out within minutes of the website opening yesterday at 2 PM. The swift sale, covering galleries 2, 4, 7, and some premium
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35 Students Hospitalized After Mass Food Poisoning at Koraput Hostel

Thirty-five boarders of the PMShri Vidyalaya hostel in Bypariguda block were admitted to the Bypariguda Medical College late Monday night after complaining of severe stomach pain, suspected to be due to food poisoning. The incident occurred around 9:30 PM after the students had dinner. As
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General Darshan at Puri Srimandir to be Halted for Banakalagi Niti on Wednesday

General public darshan at the Shri Jagannath Temple (Srimandir) in Puri will be suspended for approximately four hours on Wednesday evening to facilitate the secret ritual of Mahaprabhu's Banakalagi Niti. The special ceremony will commence after the second Bhogamandap ritual concludes. Durin
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Chargesheet Filed in Constable Subhamitra Sahu Murder Case; 'Husband' Deepak Raut Main Accused

The investigation into the murder of traffic constable Subhamitra Sahu is nearing completion with the Capital Police Station filing a 680-page chargesheet in the Khordha District Magistrate court within three months. The chargesheet names self-proclaimed 'Husband' Deepak Raut as the main
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