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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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Chill Returns: Odisha Braces for Another Cold Surge

After a brief lull, the cold wave is set to intensify from the 4th, with night temperatures expected to fall 2‑4 °C. The Meteorological Centre says minima will hover between 13‑15 °C on the 2nd and 3rd, while coastal districts may stay at 15 °C or higher. Dense fog is forecast for Tu
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‘Sholay’ Restored Version to Feature Original Climax: Javed Akhtar

Eminent scriptwriter and lyricist Javed Akhtar announced Saturday that a restored version of the iconic blockbuster Sholay will soon be released with its original ending, where the villain Gabbar Singh is killed. Speaking at the 3rd SOA Literary Festival, Akhtar explained that the origina
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Odisha Observes World AIDS Day with Awareness Rally

World AIDS Day was observed today (December 1) with an awareness procession flagged off by State Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr. Mukesh Mahaling at Capital Hospital. The rally aimed to promote public awareness about prevention and ensure treatment, striving to eradicate AIDS from society.
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49 Bangladeshis Deported Since New Government Took Power: CM

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi informed the Assembly today that 49 identified Bangladeshi nationals have been deported from the state since the new government assumed office. Responding to a question by MLA Manas Kumar Dutt regarding the status of Bangladeshi infiltrator identification, t
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Nandankanan Zoo Set for New Arrivals in Animal Exchange

Nandankanan Zoological Park is preparing to welcome 19 animals of four species this week following an exchange agreement with the Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Zoo in Surat, Gujarat. A two-member team from Nandankanan traveled to Surat to finalize the deal. The new arrivals will include 5 wate
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Another Tragedy at KIT University: Student Found Dead in Hostel

Controversy has once again hit KIT University after the body of a first-year Computer Science student, Rahul Yadav (from Chhattisgarh), was recovered from a hostel room on campus late last night. Hostel authorities informed Infocity Police after other students found Rahul hanging from the
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State Government Pushes Healthy Eating: Mandatory Oil Content Boards for Public Centers

Expressing concern over public health, the State Government's Women and Child Development Department is implementing a drive to promote healthy eating habits and reduce consumption of excessive fats. In a letter to all District Collectors, the department has mandated the installation of "O
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No Promotion Without Asset Disclosure: Govt. Cracks Down on Employees

The government has issued a stern directive stating that employees who fail to submit their annual list of assets will be denied promotions. The Public Administration Department, through a letter from ACS Surendra Kumar to all departments, has mandated that all government employees must submit
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