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Akhi Muthi: CM Celebrates State-Level Farmers’ Day in Cuttack

On the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Tritiya, Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi honored the state’s agrarian roots at the Central Rice Research Institute (CRRI), Cuttack. Marking the start of the farming season, the CM performed the traditional Akhi Muthi ritual, plowing the land and offering pray
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Odisha on High Alert: Twin Cities Brace for 45°C

Odisha is currently under a "Yellow Warning" as a relentless heatwave grips the state. The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) predicts temperatures will soar further over the next three days, with the Twin Cities (Bhubaneswar and Cuttack) potentially crossing a blistering 45°C.
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Akshaya Tritiya: Odisha’s Divine Harvest & Renewal

Akshaya Tritiya, or Akhi Muthi, is the heartbeat of Odisha’s agrarian soul. On this sacred day, farmers worship Goddess Lakshmi and sow the season's first seeds, marking a golden start to the agricultural cycle. Beyond the fields, it signifies the grand beginning of Chandan Yatra. Mahapra
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Ganjam Horror: Cousin Arrested for Kidnapping and Murder over ₹40 Lakh Ransom

A chilling case of betrayal has rocked Mal Tentulia village in Ganjam district, where a young man, Rajdeep Sahu, was brutally murdered by his own cousin. The tragedy unfolded after Rajdeep went missing late Thursday night. The family’s worst fears were realized on Friday morning when they
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Odisha Scorches: Schools Shut as "Feel-Like" Temps Hit 48°C

Odisha is in the grip of a relentless heatwave, with Western districts bracing for a blistering 45°C. In response, the government has extended school and college holidays to six additional districts to protect students from severe heatstroke. While Western Odisha faces dry, extreme heat unt
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SITI-Odisha: A Bold Rebrand for a "Developed Odisha"

The Odisha government has officially replaced the State Planning Board with the State Institute for Transformative Initiatives (SITI-Odisha). Modeled after the Central Government’s NITI Aayog, this restructured body aims to spearhead the state’s ambitious vision for Prosperous Odisha@203
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Legal Eagles: Minister Highlights Rising Career Paths at ‘Lok Sambad’

Law is no longer just a traditional profession; it has evolved into a high-stakes arena of "super specialties." Speaking at the valedictory session of 'Lok Sambad,' a national youth parliament hosted by SOA National Institute of Law (SNIL), Odisha’s Law Minister, Mr. Prithviraj Haric
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Marginal Relief: Fuel Prices Dip Slightly in Twin Cities

Residents of Bhubaneswar and Cuttack received a minor reprieve as petrol and diesel prices saw a slight downward revision today. While the reduction is modest, it offers a flicker of relief to consumers navigating high fuel costs. In the capital, Bhubaneswar, petrol dropped by 0.22 paise to ₹10
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Fatal Dispute: Keonjhar Man Beats Wife to Death Over ₹4,000

A chilling case of domestic violence has shaken Rugudi Sahi in Keonjhar’s Bansapal block, where a minor financial dispute ended in a brutal murder. Srikant Mahakud, who works out of state, allegedly beat his wife, Champa Mahakud, to death following a heated argument over missing funds. Th
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Delimitation Debate: Dharmendra Slams Naveen Over "Fear-Mongering"

The political climate in Odisha has heated up as Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and LoP Naveen Patnaik clash over the Boundary Redetermination (Delimitation) Bill. Pradhan accused the BJD president of spreading "misleading and politically motivated" information to incite fear among the
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Heatwave Lockdown: Balangir Shuts Schools as Temperatures Soar

As a brutal heatwave grips Odisha, life has become a struggle against scorching winds and rising mercury. Responding to the crisis, the Balangir District Collector has ordered the closure of all schools, colleges, Anganwadi centers, and technical institutions from April 18 to 21. This proactive
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Odisha's Administrative Overhaul: 11 OAS Officers Reshuffled

The Odisha government executed a significant administrative shake-up on Thursday, transferring 11 OAS officers to key positions. According to the Public Administration Department, the transition is time-sensitive: officers must join their new roles within seven days or face automatic relief by
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Biju Patnaik: Remembering the Legendary "Eagle of Odisha"

Odisha today observes the Shraddha Diwas of the legendary Biju Patnaik, with Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and opposition leader Naveen Patnaik leading the tributes. Known as the "Tall Man" of Indian politics, Biju Babu was a visionary statesman, a daring aviator, and an architect of m
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Crackdown on Carbide: FSSAI Tightens Grip on Fruit Ripening

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a nationwide mandate to strictly enforce the ban on calcium carbide for ripening fruits. Targeting popular seasonal produce like mangoes and bananas, the regulator has directed all states and union territories to in
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The Dawn of Nari Shakti: Women’s Reservation Act Formally Notified

On April 16, 2026, the Union Law Ministry officially notified the commencement of the Nari Shakti Vandana Act (106th Constitutional Amendment). While this formalizes the law providing 33% reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies, its immediate impact remains a subjec
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