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New Year Bonanza: CM Mohan Majhi Hikes DA for State Employees

In a significant New Year gift, Chief Minister Mohan Majhi has announced a 5% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) for government employees. This increase raises the DA from 55% to 60%, based on the Sixth Pay Commission scale. The Finance Department confirmed that the hike will be implemented retros
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Drug Bust at Biju Patnaik Airport: ₹4 Crore Hydroponic Weed Seized

For the second day running, Biju Patnaik International Airport has intercepted a major drug shipment. Customs officials seized 3.99 kg of premium hydroponic marijuana, valued at approximately ₹4 crore, from a passenger arriving from Bangkok. Acting on a tip-off, the Intelligence and Custo
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Santali Literary Icon Malati Murmu Passes Away at 51

The Santali community is in mourning following the demise of renowned writer and activist Malti Murmu, who passed away at her official residence today. She was 51. Her mortal remains will be cremated this afternoon at her ancestral village, Chandua, in Mayurbhanj. A formidable force in the M
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Anu Garg Shatters Glass Ceiling: Odisha’s First Woman Chief Secretary Takes Charge

History is being scripted in Odisha today as Anu Garg, a 1991-batch IAS officer, takes office as the state’s 47th Chief Secretary. Following a notification from the Public Administration Department, Garg succeeds Manoj Ahuja, whose tenure concludes today, December 31. A native of Lu
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Odisha Braces for Bone-Chilling Cold and "Yellow Warning" Fog

A severe cold wave is tightening its grip across Odisha, with the Meteorological Department predicting a further temperature dip of 2°C to 3°C over the next four days. Dry northwestern winds are expected to intensify the chill, sending 15 cities plunging below the 10°C mark. W
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Puri on High Alert: Government Holidays Cancelled as Lakhs Flock for New Year 2026

In anticipation of a massive surge of devotees for New Year 2026, Puri District Collector Divyajyoti Parida has cancelled all government staff leave until January 4. Officials have been strictly ordered to remain at headquarters to manage the expected influx of lakhs of pilgrims seeking Lord Jaganna
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Janpath Jive: Bhubaneswar Set for Season’s First ‘Path Utsav’ on January 4

The capital city is gearing up for a vibrant Sunday as the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) announced the return of Path Utsav starting January 4. The stretch from Master Canteen to Ram Mandir Chowk will transform into a cultural carnival from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM. This year’s editio
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Konark Glows: Thousands Pull ‘Hiranya Rath’ to Chandrabhaga on Samba Dashami

Spiritual fervor gripped the Sun Temple city today as thousands gathered to celebrate the holy Samba Dashami. Marking the occasion, the magnificent Hiranya Rath—a 24-foot chariot featuring six wheels and seven symbolic horses—commenced its journey from Ananta Abhut Matha to the sacred Ch
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Human Sagar Death Mystery: Arpita Chaudhary & Somesh Satpathy Move HC for Bail

The investigation into the tragic demise of popular singer Human Sagar has intensified as singers Arpita Chaudhary and Somesh Satpathy moved the Orissa High Court seeking anticipatory bail. The legal move follows a formal complaint lodged at the Markat Nagar Police Station by Human’
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Wedding Bells for 'ViRash': Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna to Wed in February!

The long-standing rumors surrounding South cinema’s most beloved pair, Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, are finally materializing into a grand celebration. Sources close to the couple reveal that the duo is set to tie the knot on February 26 in the royal city of Udaipur, Rajasthan.
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Puri Gears Up for 2026: Shri Jagannath Temple to Stay Open Overnight

To welcome the New Year, the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) has announced a special "Nitikanti" schedule for devotees. On December 31, the Lord will rest for only three hours, with doors reopening at 11:00 PM and rituals commencing by 2:00 AM to accommodate the massive influx
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Vigilance Crackdown: Two Odisha Officials Under Scanner for Disproportionate Assets

The Odisha Vigilance department launched simultaneous raids today on two government officials—Jitendra Kumar Panda, Additional Tehsildar of Barang, and Jitendra Kumar Jena, PEO of Bancho Panchayat—following allegations of accumulating massive wealth beyond their known sources of income.
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Samba Dashami: Odisha Glows as Devotees Seek Sun God’s Healing Touch

In a vibrant display of faith, Odisha today celebrates Samba Dashami, a unique festival dedicated to the Sun God, Surya Narayan. Rooted in the Puranic legend of Krishna’s son, Samba, who was cured of leprosy through rigorous penance at Chandrabhaga, the day remains a powerful symbol of healing
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Jewels of the Lord: Three-Phase Roadmap Set for Ratnabhandar Inventory

The Ratnabhandar Monitoring Committee, led by Justice Biswanath Rath, has finalized a comprehensive 11-page guideline for the historic census of Lord Jagannath’s treasures. While a definitive January start date is pending government approval, Chairman Rath aims to complete the audit before the
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Mission Grassroots: Naveen Patnaik Overhauls BJD Youth and Student Wings

Following the party’s foundation day, Biju Janata Dal (BJD) supremo Naveen Patnaik has signaled a massive organizational reset. In a bid to strengthen the party's foundation, the BJD has released an extensive list of 160 new office bearers for the Biju Yuva Janata Dal and 145 for the Biju Chha
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