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GPS Tracking & AI Guards: Odisha’s +2 Exams Go High-Tech

In a major leap toward "copy-free" examinations, the Council of Higher Secondary Education (CHSE) is deploying advanced technology for the Odisha +2 Board Exams starting tomorrow. For the first time, question papers and answer sheets are being transported in vehicles equipped with GP
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India Ready to Test Bench Strength Against Netherlands Today

After clinching a Super 8 berth with a dominant victory over Pakistan, Team India is set to face the Netherlands in their final group-stage clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium today, February 18. With qualification secured, the management is likely to experiment with the playing XI to optimi
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Amit Shah Set for Key Odisha Visit: Focus on Security & Legal Reforms

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled for a high-profile, one-day visit to Odisha on March 7, 2026. The visit underscores the Center's commitment to internal security and administrative modernization. Shah will lead two major government engagements during his stay: CRPF Raising
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Mission Rath Yatra 2026: Chief Secretary Reviews Preparations

With the 2026 Puri Rath Yatra approaching, Chief Secretary Smt. Anu Garg chaired the second high-level review meeting today at Lok Seva Bhavan. The session focused on accelerating infrastructure and safety protocols following the initial coordination roadmap set on January 13. The meeting
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Devotion or Penance? Techie Walks 4km on Knees for Love this Shivaratri

In a striking display of "eternal love" and spiritual penance, a highly educated youth from Muniguda made headlines this Shivaratri by performing a grueling 4km "prostration walk" to the Kapileshwar Temple. Lokanath Dangari, a Chennai-based firm operator, spent eight hours t
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Rajpal Yadav Granted Interim Bail in ₹9 Crore Case

After 11 days in Tihar Jail, Bollywood comedian Rajpal Yadav was granted interim bail by the Delhi High Court today. The relief comes in a long-standing ₹9 crore cheque bounce case, allowing the actor to attend his nephew’s wedding on February 19. Justice Sharma granted bail until M
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Fortress Assembly: Black Commandos to Guard Odisha Budget Session

Ahead of the State Assembly’s budget session starting tomorrow, Police Commissioner S. Devdutt Singh has enforced a massive security blanket over the capital. The session, running in two phases from February 17 to April 8, will feature elite Black Commandos and a specialized Tactical Unit for
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CBSE Boards 2026: 46 Lakh Students to Begin Exams Tomorrow Under Strict Rules

The CBSE Class 10 and 12 board examinations are set to commence this Tuesday, with over 46 lakh candidates appearing nationwide. In a high-stakes move to ensure discipline, Examination Controller Dr. Sanyam Bhardwaj has confirmed a strict "No Entry" policy after 10:00 AM. Key guidelin
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Former Sambalpur MLA Dr. Raseswari Panigrahi in Critical Condition

Eminent physician and former MLA Dr. Raseswari Panigrahi is currently battling a severe lung infection at her residence. Her condition turned critical on Monday morning after she experienced acute breathing difficulties, necessitating immediate oxygen support. A team of specialists, led b
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Midnight Inferno Near Shrimandir: Transformer Gutted in Shridand

Panic gripped the Shridand area near the historic Shrimandir late last night after a massive fire engulfed a main electrical transformer. The blaze, which raged for over an hour, blanketed the vicinity in thick smoke before fire teams could contain the situation. Two fire tenders rushed t
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Curtains Fall for Melody Queen: Geeta Patnaik Passes Away at 73

The Odia music industry is in deep mourning following the demise of legendary vocalist Geeta Patnaik. The veteran singer passed away Sunday evening at a private hospital in Cuttack while undergoing treatment for a brain stroke. She was 73. Patnaik, a household name since the 1970s, fell i
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AI for All: PM Modi to Launch India AI Impact Expo 2026 Today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will officially inaugurate the India AI Impact Expo 2026 at Bharat Mandapam today at 5 PM. Marking a milestone in India's tech journey, the Prime Minister noted that global participation reflects the immense "potential of our youth" and India's growing role in
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CM Majhi Announces ₹4 Lakh Ex-Gratia for Ganjam Student’s Tragic Demise

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has expressed deep condolences following the sudden death of Mihir Pradhan, a Class 10 student from Ganjam’s Bagalpur village. In a gesture of support for the bereaved family, the CM announced an ex-gratia of ₹4 lakh from the Chief Minister’s Relie
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Class 10 Student Collapses and Dies During Morning Walk

A pall of gloom descended on Bagalpur village this Mahashivaratri following the sudden demise of a Class 10 student. The deceased, identified as Mihir Pradhan, was a resident student at the Sri Aurobindo Purnanga Education Centre. The incident occurred early morning when Mihir, while on a
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Sambalpur Hits the Fast Track: 10,000 Join MCL Hirakud International Half Marathon 2026

The iconic earthen embankment of Hirakud transformed into a global racing track as Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan flagged off the MCL Hirakud International Half Marathon - 2026. The event saw a massive turnout of over 10,000 participants, including international elite runners from Kenya, Et
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