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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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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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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BJP’s Bhartruhari Mahtab Chosen as Pro Tem Speaker Amidst Opposition Backlash

Bhartruhari Mahtab, a prominent leader of the BJP from Odisha and a seven-time MP, has been appointed as the Pro Tem Speaker for the 18th parliament session. ·       This appointment, traditionally for the most senior parliamentarian, sparks controversy, especially in Congress, calling it a ‘mistake’ by the Parliamentary Affairs minister. ·       Formerly aligned with Naveen Patnaik’s Biju…

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Surama Padhy Makes History as Second Woman to Assume Odisha Assembly Speakership

Surama Padhy, a leader of the BJP has assumed the prestigious role of the Speaker of the Odisha Assembly for the 17th Assembly term. ·       Padhy’s nomination for the Speakership sailed through uncontested as no other political party put forward a candidate, affirming her widespread support within the Assembly. ·       Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi expressed confidence…

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Prasanna Patasani Joins BJP, Criticizes BJD’s Leadership

Prasanna Patasani, a seasoned five-time MP from Bhubaneswar, has detached ties with the BJD and joined the BJP, expressing discontent with the current trajectory of his former party. ·       Joined by other dissatisfied BJD leaders and workers from Bhubaneswar’s Jaydev Assembly constituency, Patasani criticized the party’s leadership for neglecting its founding principles and organizational integrity. ·       Aparajita…

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Odisha Teachers and Parents Seek Extended Summer Holidays Amid Heatwave Concerns

The Odisha Secondary School Teachers’ Association (OSSTA) has intensified its appeal to the newly elected BJP government to extend the current summer vacation for students. ·       The general secretary of OSSTA emphasized the severity of the heatwave gripping several districts, where temperatures have soared between 38-40 degrees Celsius. ·       Teachers across Odisha have voiced concerns about infrastructure…

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