Odisha News

    November 4, 2026

    Veteran Odisha Politician Ras Bihari Behera Passes Away

    Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s political fraternity is mourning the demise of veteran politician and former minister Ras Bihari Behera, whose death marks…
    November 4, 2026

    Gidipabali Landslide: Rescue Operation Suspended Indefinitely, 11 Feared Dead

    Bhubaneswar: Hopes of rescuing 11 people missing after a massive landslide buried Gidipabali village in Odisha’s Ganjam district have faded,…
    November 4, 2026

    Odisha Govt Sanctions Rs 3.30 Crore for Kartika Brata Arrangements in Puri

    Puri: The Odisha Culture Department has sanctioned Rs 3.30 crore for facilities and arrangements for devotees observing Kartika Brata in…
    November 4, 2026

    Central Team Assesses Cyclone Arnab Damage in Ganjam, Gajapati

    Brahmapur, Nov 4: An eight-member central team on Wednesday began assessing the damage caused by Cyclone Arnab in Odisha, focusing…
    November 3, 2026

    Bali Yatra to Go Plastic-Free; ₹10 Crore Proposed

    Odisha has proposed ₹10 crore for this year’s historic Bali Yatra in Cuttack, scheduled from November 24 to December 1.…
    November 3, 2026

    Odisha Leaders To Assemble In Kotia To Oppose Andhra’s Poll Activities, Seven Police Platoons Deployed

    Bhubaneswar: Political leaders from various parties in Odisha will assemble in the disputed Kotia region to oppose Andhra Pradesh’s election-related…
    November 3, 2026

    When Leaders Are Missing, Humanity Steps Forward: Kavya Extends Helping Hand to Ganjam Flood Victims

    Over 5,500 food packets and essential relief materials distributed across Asika, Purushottampur and other flood-hit areas. GANJAM: As devastating floods…
    November 3, 2026

    OFDC Chairman, MD Clash Over Official Orders

    A dispute has emerged between Odisha Forest Development Corporation (OFDC) Chairman Bishnupada Sethi and Managing Director Prem Kumar Jha over…
    November 3, 2026

    Odisha Signs 18 MoUs Worth Rs 1.17 Lakh Crore In Renewable Energy Sector

    Bhubaneswar: In a major push towards clean energy, Odisha has signed 18 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) involving proposed investments of…
    November 3, 2026

    1.5 Quintals Of Ganja Seized After High-Speed Chase In Mayurbhanj, Three Detained

    Baripada: Bhanjpur Police seized around 1.5 quintals of ganja and lakhs of rupees in cash after intercepting a car following…
    November 3, 2026

    No Major Impact Of Cyclone Murasu In Odisha, Situation Normal: Chief Secretary

    Bhubaneswar: Odisha has so far witnessed no major impact of Cyclone Murasu, which made landfall in neighbouring Andhra Pradesh, Chief…
    November 3, 2026

    Couple Arrested for Allegedly Defrauding Man of Rs 1.47 Crore by Posing as Industrialists

    Bhubaneswar: The Commissionerate Police has arrested a couple for allegedly duping a man of Rs 1.47 crore by posing as…

    Business News

      October 29, 2026

      PM Modi Reviews ₹16,000 Crore Projects

      Prime Minister Narendra Modi reviewed infrastructure projects worth more than ₹16,000 crore during the 54th PRAGATI meeting held at Seva…
      October 29, 2026

      Electronics Sector Provides Jobs to 25 Lakh People in India: Ashwini Vaishnaw

      India’s electronics manufacturing industry has generated employment for around 25 lakh people, with the mobile manufacturing sector accounting for nearly…
      October 19, 2026

      iGOT Platform Crosses 1.70 Crore Users Under Mission Karmayogi

      The iGOT digital learning platform, launched under the Centre’s Mission Karmayogi initiative, has surpassed 1.70 crore registered users, marking a…
      October 16, 2026

      Odisha Needs ₹1.1 Lakh Crore for Clean Energy Transition: IEEFA

      Bhubaneswar, October 16: Odisha will require an estimated ₹1,09,980 crore over the next decade to accelerate its transition to clean…
      October 16, 2026

      IRCTC Partners with QCI to Strengthen Food Safety and Hygiene on Trains

      The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has entered into a strategic partnership with the Quality Council of India…
      October 16, 2026

      Centre Revises Fuel Export Duties: Petrol Levy Hiked, Diesel Duty Cut

      The Central Government has announced fresh changes to export duties on petrol and diesel for the next fortnight, increasing the…
      October 14, 2026

      V.K. Pandian Presents Odisha’s 5T Governance Model at Harvard Kennedy School

      Bhubaneswar, October 14, 2026: Former IAS officer V.K. Pandian highlighted Odisha’s governance reforms and disaster management strategies during an interactive…
      October 9, 2026

      Swiss Startup Develops Road-Charging Technology for Electric Buses Without Cables

      A Swiss technology company, Winduction, associated with ETH Zurich, is developing an innovative system that could allow electric buses to…
      October 3, 2026

      AI Investment Boom Supports Global Markets, But Slowdown Could Trigger Sharp Correction: RBI Governor

      NEW DELHI: The artificial intelligence (AI) investment cycle has emerged as a key support for global financial markets, but any…
      September 6, 2026

      iBRICS Summit to Draw Over 500 Investors, Finance Ministers and Business Leaders

      More than 500 institutional investors, finance ministers and business leaders are expected to attend the inaugural iBRICS Summit, which will…

      India News

        November 4, 2026

        Suspicious Blast Near Railway Track in Rajasthan Triggers High-Level Probe

        Jaipur, Nov 4: A suspected explosion near the Ramsinghpur-Anupgarh railway track in Rajasthan’s Sri Ganganagar district triggered a security alert…
        November 4, 2026

        Delhi Chokes Under Toxic Smog as AQI Hits 379; Punjabi Bagh Records 458

        New Delhi, Nov 4: Delhi continued to grapple with severe air pollution on Wednesday, with the overall Air Quality Index…
        November 3, 2026

        RBI Eases Forex Reporting Rules

        The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has relaxed foreign exchange reporting norms to simplify compliance for small-value service exports and…
        November 3, 2026

        Rajnath Singh Calls for Modern Warfare Readiness

        Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has said that modern warfare now extends beyond land, sea and air to include space, cyberspace…
        November 3, 2026

        Odisha Leaders To Assemble In Kotia To Oppose Andhra’s Poll Activities, Seven Police Platoons Deployed

        Bhubaneswar: Political leaders from various parties in Odisha will assemble in the disputed Kotia region to oppose Andhra Pradesh’s election-related…
        November 3, 2026

        ‘No One Can Occupy Protest Site Indefinitely’: Supreme Court

        New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled that no individual or organisation can occupy a designated protest site indefinitely,…
        November 3, 2026

        Cyclone Murasu Makes Landfall Near Ongole, Heavy Rain And Strong Winds Lash Andhra Pradesh

        Ongole, Nov 3: Severe Cyclonic Storm Murasu made landfall along the South Andhra Pradesh coast near Ongole on Tuesday, triggering…
        November 3, 2026

        Cyclone Murasu Hits Andhra Coast; Heavy Rain Alert Issued

        Severe Cyclone Murasu made landfall near Ongole along the south Andhra Pradesh coast early this morning, bringing winds of 100–110…
        November 2, 2026

        Foreign Language Training to Boost Global Job Prospects for Indian Youth

        The Centre is focusing on strengthening India’s skill development system through specialised training institutions. At an event in New Delhi,…
        November 2, 2026

        Lakshya Sen Wins Hylo Open Super 500 Title, Completes India’s Golden Double

        New Delhi: India’s Lakshya Sen clinched the men’s singles title at the Hylo Open Super 500 badminton tournament, defeating Indonesia’s…

        Health News

          November 3, 2026

          Centre Plans to Expand Drug and Medical Import Hubs

          The Union Health Ministry has proposed expanding authorised import points for drugs, medical devices and cosmetics by amending Rule 43A…
          October 12, 2026

          Centre Asks States to Display Hospital Rates Clearly

          The Central Government has asked all States and Union Territories to ensure that clinical establishments prominently display the charges for…
          October 10, 2026

          World Mental Health Day 2026: WHO Flags Anxiety Burden, Calls for Better Access to Care

          World Mental Health Day is being observed on October 10 with a call to improve access to mental healthcare and…