· All Odisha Contractors Association has lodged a complaint against Leader of Opposition (LoP) and former Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik and seven others. · In its complaint, the association has alleged that its members had staged a demonstration in 2019 over a 10 point charter of demands. · Among the demands that remain unmet are calls for all…
The state government, under Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, has officially dissolved the State Planning Board, which had been inactive for an extended period. This decision comes following approval from the Chief Minister’s office, marking the end of an era for the defunct planning body. Originally reconstituted on March 1, 2020, by former Chief Minister…
High-Tech Inspection of Puri Jagannath Temple’s Inner Chambers The process of shifting ornaments and valuables from the inner chamber, known as the Bhitara Ratna Bhandar, of the Puri Jagannath temple is set to be completed today. Puri Gajapati Maharaja Dibyasingha Deb announced that the operation began this morning and is expected to be finished by…
The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) is taking a stand against the Narendra Modi-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government in the Rajya Sabha. After a significant defeat in recent elections, where the party failed to secure any Lok Sabha seats for the first time, the Rajya Sabha remains its only stronghold. A political analyst noted that…
The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has taken a significant step in Odisha politics by forming a ‘shadow cabinet.’ This move aims to closely monitor the activities of various government departments under the BJP regime. The initiative, announced by BJD president and Leader of Opposition (LoP) Naveen Patnaik, involves 50 MLAs who have been assigned specific…
In anticipation of the heavy rush of devotees for Suna Besha, the Puri district police have made extensive arrangements for traffic management and crowd control. The advisory aims to ensure a smooth and safe experience for all attendees of the mega religious event on Wednesday. Traffic Management Plan To manage the flow of devotees, a…
Sudarsan Pattnaik, a globally renowned sand artist and recipient of the prestigious Padma Shri, has achieved yet another milestone in his illustrious career. Known for his intricate and thought-provoking sand sculptures, Pattnaik has once again made India proud on the international stage. Internationally acclaimed sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik has added another feather to his accolade-heavy…
In a significant crackdown, the Cyber Crime Unit of the Odisha Crime Branch arrested 15 cybercriminals involved in a large-scale fraud scheme. These individuals lured unsuspecting victims with promises of high returns on investments in cryptocurrency, stocks, and IPO shares, said a senior official from the Odisha Police. “We have arrested 15 members of this…
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has initiated significant changes in the state bureaucracy nearly a month after taking office. Two high-ranking officials from the previous BJD government have been reassigned to new roles. G Mathivathanan, who held the position of Housing and Urban Development Secretary for over 11 years, has been appointed as the…
Following a significant loss in the 2024 Odisha Assembly Elections, the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has restructured its leadership by appointing five new national spokespersons. Announced by BJD president Naveen Patnaik, the new spokespersons are Santrupt Mishra, Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo, Amar Patnaik, Sasmit Patra, and Pradeep Kumar Majhi. Santrupt Mishra will also serve as…
