Odisha to Open Ratna Bhandar at Puri Jagannath Temple; Permanent Administrator Appointment on Horizon

 In a significant development, the Odisha government has announced plans to open the Ratna Bhandar, the treasury of the historic Jagannath Temple in Puri. ·       The Minister emphasized that the state government is committed to ensuring a meticulous inspection of the treasury’s contents. ·       He mentioned that special strategies are being developed for the next 100 days,…

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Monsoon Finally Covers Odisha: Yellow Alert Issued for Nine Districts Amidst Weather Shifts

 After enduring a prolonged heatwave, Odisha residents can finally rejoice as the Southwest monsoon has enveloped the entire state. ·       The monsoon has advanced across several regions, including parts of the Arabian Sea, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha. ·       The IMD provided a detailed overview of the monsoon’s progress, noting that the Northern Limit of…

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From Push Cart to NIT: Odisha Boy Overcomes Hardship to Achieve Academic Success and Secure Spot at NIT

18-year-old Bikash Sahu from a remote village in Ganjam district has achieved a significant milestone by cracking the JEE Main 2024 on his first attempt. ·       He secured a seat in Civil Engineering at the prestigious National Institute of Technology (NIT). ·       After the untimely death of his father, who worked as a labourer in Surat, Bikash…

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Allegations of Land Grabbing Surface Against KISS Founder Achyuta Samanta

Accusations of Habitual Land Grabbing ·       Government Intervention and Land Transfer Suspension ·       NGT in 2017 ordered the government to reclaim 10 acres of land from KISS ·       Political Implications and Questions of Misuse of Power ·       No official response from KISS, Achyuta Samanta or the BJD Recent allegations have cast a spotlight on Achyuta Samanta, founder of the…

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India’s Space Startup Revolution: Minister Predicts Quadruple Global Share by 2030

 India’s Space Startups Surge 200-Fold in 2 Years, Global Share Set to Quadruple by 2030. ·       He attributed this exponential growth to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visionary decision to liberalize the space sector, promoting strong public-private participation and innovation. ·       Dr. Singh highlighted a dramatic increase in Space Start-ups, from just 1 in 2022 to nearly 200…

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Odisha Extends Hockey India Sponsorship Until 2036: A Decade of Sporting Excellence

The Odisha government has reaffirmed its pivotal role in Indian hockey by extending its sponsorship agreement with Hockey India until 2036. ·       Originally renewed by former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik until 2033, the sponsorship has now been extended by three additional years under the current administration. ·       Odisha has solidified its reputation as the epicenter of Indian…

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NEET Paper Leak Scandal: Aspirants Pay Rs 40 Lakh, Yet Scores Disappoint

The NEET exam faced controversy as four individuals paid Rs 40 lakh each for leaked question papers. ·       Anurag Yadav’s case highlights the irony: despite receiving and memorizing the leaked NEET question paper, he scored only 185 out of 720 in the exam. ·       The scandal has sparked nationwide outrage among students, leading to protests against the…

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Arvind Kejriwal’s Legal Saga: From Arrest to Bail – A Timeline

Amidst jubilation within the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has been granted bail, marking a significant turn in his prolonged legal battle linked to the defunct Delhi Excise Policy case. This development paves the way for Kejriwal’s imminent release from Tihar Jail, albeit with stringent conditions including cooperation with ongoing investigations…

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Odisha Celebrates 10th International Day of Yoga with Enthusiasm and Unity

The 10th International Day of Yoga unfolded across Odisha with a spirit of unity and health consciousness. ·       Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi led a vibrant gathering at Bhubaneswar’s Kalinga Stadium. ·       The theme ‘Yoga for Self & Society’ resonated as participants engaged in sessions highlighting both personal health benefits and their impact on community harmony. ·       In…

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Times Square Radiates Global Unity and PM Modi Leads International Yoga Day Celebrations with Thousands of Participants

In a vibrant display of unity and wellness, thousands gathered at New York City’s iconic Times Square for a day-long celebration of International Day of Yoga. ·       Consul General of India in New York, Binaya Srikanta Pradhan, expressed his delight at the turnout, emphasizing the theme of ‘Yoga for Self and Society’ for the 2024 Yoga…

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