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OTET Question Paper Leak: Crime Branch Gets 2-Day Remand of Main Accused

In a major development in the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) question paper leak case, the Crime Branch has secured a two-day remand of the main accused, data entry operator Jitan Maharana, and teacher and Xcad Teachers' Association leader Vijay Kumar Mishra. The remand is on the 11th
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Madhuri Dixit to Shine Spotlight on Odisha Handlooms

Bollywood actress Madhuri Dixit has been appointed as the brand ambassador of Odisha's handloom industry. The announcement was made by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi at the 'EKTA' program held on the occasion of National Handloom Day 2025 in Bhubaneswar. Key Highlights - Promotion
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Odisha Govt to Fill 22,896 Group C Posts by August 31

The Odisha government is taking steps to address unemployment in the state by filling 22,896 Group C posts across 10 key departments. Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja has directed all concerned departments to complete the recruitment process by August 31, 2025. Departments with Most Vacancies
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Tragic Accident in Jagatsinghpur: Father-Daughter Duo Killed on Cuttack-Paradip Highway

A devastating road accident occurred near Kujang Kothia Sahi on the Cuttack-Paradise State Highway in Jagatsinghpur, Odisha. Rajkishore Vishal (Babu), and his 9-year-old daughter Loria of Belpur village lost their lives after being hit by a van. The father was returning home with his daughter
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Puri Bandh Over Minor Girl's Death Sparks Controversy

BJD Calls for 6-Hour Protest Amidst Opposition from Victim's Family and Villagers The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) in Odisha's Puri district held a six-hour bandh today from 6 am to 12 noon, demanding justice for a 15-year-old girl from Balanga Bayabar village who died after being set on fire by uni
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Odisha Student Tragedy: Final Year Girl Dies After Setting Herself Ablaze in Kendrapara

A tragic incident shook Odisha's Kendrapara district yesterday when a final-year Plus 3 student from Pattamundai College died after allegedly setting herself on fire at her home in Badapada village under Pattamundai police limits. The incident occurred while the girl's parents and other family
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Former Odisha Minister Bibhuti Bhusan Singh Mardaraj Passes Away at 70

Bhubaneswar: Former Odisha Minister and Deputy Speaker of the state assembly, Bibhuti Bhusan Singh Mardaraj, passed away at the age of 70 while undergoing treatment for heart problems at a private hospital in Bhubaneswar around 12:30 AM on Thursday. Key Details: - Political Career: Ma
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Odisha Celebrates National Handloom Day with Bollywood Star Madhuri Dixit

Bhubaneswar is buzzing with excitement as the state celebrates National Handloom Day today, August 7, 2025. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi will kick off the festivities at Janata Maidan, with Bollywood actress Madhuri Dixit in attendance as a special guest. Key Highlights of the Celebr
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BJD Calls 6-Hour Bandh in Puri Demanding Justice for Balanga Patient

The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) observed a 6-hour bandh in Puri district today, from 6 am to 12 noon, demanding justice for a patient from Balanga who died under mysterious circumstances. The protest led to disruptions in traffic, especially near the Pipili tollgate where roads were blocked. Shops a
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Odisha Makes Odia Signboards Mandatory for Commercial Establishments

The Odisha government has directed all commercial establishments in urban areas to display signboards with at least 60% of the content in Odia script. This move aims to promote and preserve the state's rich cultural and linguistic heritage while enhancing public convenience. Key Highlights o
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College Student Dies by Self-Immolation in Kendrapara, Odisha Amid Harassment Allegations

A tragic incident occurred in Kudaiyapada village under the Pattamundai rural police station in Kendrapara district, Odisha. A final-year college student died after allegedly setting herself on fire at her home. The student's father alleged that she was being harassed and blackmailed by a male fr
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Odisha Launches Breastfeeding Centers in Public Places for Women’s Comfort

In a bid to support nursing mothers and promote maternal and child health, the Odisha government is setting up breastfeeding centers in various public places across the state. Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida inaugurated the state’s first breastfeeding center at the Odisha State Comm
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CBSE Mandates 75% Attendance for Class 10 & 12 Board Exams 2026

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced a mandatory 75% attendance requirement for students appearing in the Class 10 and Class 12 Board Exams in 2026. This move aims to enhance classroom engagement, discipline, and ensure regular academic progress among students. Key High
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High Alert at Indian Airports Amidst Terror Threat (Sept 22 - Oct 2)

All airports across India have been put on high alert due to a potential terror threat from September 22 to October 2, 2025. The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS), under the Ministry of Civil Aviation, issued this notification on August 4. Key Security Measures Implemented - En
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Tragic Accident Claims Life of A Man in Balasore

A fatal road accident occurred near the Sora police station in Balasore district, Odisha, resulting in the death of Zahid Kadri, a resident of Sora Mahala village. According to sources, Zahid Kadri was riding a bike on the Sora road when he stopped upon seeing a police van patrolling due t
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