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Crocodile Population and Migratory Bird Count Soar

Odisha’s wildlife is thriving, according to the latest 2025-26 census data released by Forest Minister Ganesh Ramsingh Khuntia. The state’s crocodile population has reached 2,193, marking a healthy 3.54% increase over the previous year. Notable habitats like Satkosia and Tikarpa
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Double Tragedy in Keonjhar: Two Brothers Drown

A wave of grief has swept through the Raisuan area of Keonjhar district following the tragic drowning of two young brothers. The victims, identified as Amaman Ansari (9) and Kushal Ansari (8), sons of daily wage laborer Niruddin Ansari, lost their lives while bathing in a local pond after retu
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Waters of Devotion: The Historic Maluda Panchudola Yatra

The shores of Chilika are currently alive with the Malud Panchudol Yatra, a centuries-old tradition in Puri’s Krishnaprasad block. In a rare spectacle, 23 deities are carried on shoulders through the water to reach the Melan (meeting) ground. This unique procession marks a divine union not o
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Fueling Calm: Odisha Quashes LPG Shortage Rumors

Chief Secretary Anu Garg has moved to dismantle public anxiety regarding an LPG crisis in Odisha, sparked by geopolitical tensions in West Asia. Following a high-level review with IOCL, BPCL, and HPCL, the government confirmed that the state maintains a robust cooking gas inventory with a completely
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Justice Reimagined: CM Majhi Extends Judicial Code Exhibition

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has extended the 'Judicial Code Exhibition' in Bhubaneswar by two days, following its success in raising public awareness about India’s new criminal justice framework. The exhibition, now running until March 12, showcases the transition from British-era laws t
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Second Chance: CHSE Introduces One-Subject Improvement Exam

The Council of Higher Secondary Education (CHSE) has launched a strategic initiative to support +2 students aiming for higher academic benchmarks. In a significant policy shift, students who passed their exams but underperformed in a specific area can now sit for an improvement test in one subject.
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Operation Cyber Kabach: Odisha Police Smash Mule Account Networks

Under the direct command of DGP Yogesh Bahadur Khurania, Odisha Police is intensifying ‘Operation Cyber Kabach’ to dismantle the backbone of digital fraud. The state-wide crackdown has already resulted in the inspection of 32,932 mule (benami) bank accounts and the arrest o
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SustainHealth-2026: Pioneering the Future of Green Healthcare

Odisha witnessed a landmark event as the SustainHealth-2026 national conference concluded at SOA Campus-2. Organized by IBCS, IMS & SUM Hospital, and CAHO, the summit focused on the theme: ‘Decarbonizing Care, Strengthening Resilience, Advancing Innovation.’ This inaugural Odisha e
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Wings of History: Odisha’s Pigeon Post Takes Flight Again

In a nostalgic tribute to a 70-year-old tradition, the Odisha Police recently revived its legendary Pigeon Service at the ‘Nyay Samhita Exhibition’ in Bhubaneswar. Eighteen Belgian Homer pigeons were released in two batches, successfully carrying messages in tiny capsules from Bhubaneswa
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Assembly Showdown: Budget Session Phase II Ignites

The Odisha Assembly is set for a stormy second phase of the budget session starting today. Running until April 8, the session promises a fierce face-off between the ruling party and a rejuvenated opposition. Key flashpoints include rising unemployment, farmer distress, and law and order. The BJ
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Secret Rituals: Mahaprabhu’s Khasapada Niti Today

In observance of Chaitra Krushna Shashti Tithi, the sacred and secret Khasapada Niti of Shrijiu will be performed today at the Puri Temple. Following the noon incense, the Rahala Tapati Sevaks will ascend the Ratnasinhasan to conduct this four-hour ritual, which involves draping the deities in white
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Tragedy at Mahanadi: Two Youths Drown, Four Critical

A somber wave has hit Kandarpur village in Cuttack’s Athagarh area after a bathing trip turned fatal. On Thursday, six local youths swept into deep waters while bathing in the Amangai Mahanadi river. Despite immediate rescue efforts by locals and the fire brigade, two victims identified a
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Minister Suresh Pujari Airlifted to AIIMS Delhi for Cardiac Care

Odisha’s Revenue and Disaster Management Minister, Suresh Pujari, has been shifted to AIIMS Delhi for specialized treatment following a cardiac emergency. The move comes after a specialized medical team at AIIMS Bhubaneswar conducted a thorough evaluation, including an angiography, to as
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CISF at 57: The "Steel Shield" of Modern India

The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) celebrates its 57th Raising Day, marking nearly six decades of evolving from a modest unit into a 2-lakh-strong elite force. Protecting 361 vital installations—including 71 airports, 18 nuclear plants, and the Delhi Metro—the CISF secures the
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Divine Omen or Natural Occurrence? Eagle Sighting Sparks Debate

A stir has gripped devotees after an eagle was spotted perched atop the Patitapabana (fallen leaves) area of the temple this afternoon. The bird circled the shrine before settling for a significant duration, a sight that has triggered intense speculation among locals and intellectua
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