Balasore Police have apprehended a fraudster accused of duping numerous job seekers out of more than Rs 2 crore by peddling false promises of employment opportunities. · According to police he purportedly solicited Rs 3 lakh from each of his victims, totalling over 50 individuals, under the guise of securing positions in banks and various government…
In a momentous ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi, President Droupadi Murmu adorned two distinguished personalities from Odisha, Binod Kumar Pasayat and Guru Gopinath Swain, with the esteemed Padma Shri award for their exemplary contributions to the field of art. The event, graced by eminent dignitaries including the Vice-President, Prime Minister, Union Minister…
OJEE 2024- Examination to be held from May 6 to May 10. · The OJEE 2024 examination is scheduled to be conducted online in computer-based test mode. · This shift not only streamlines the examination process but also reflects the evolving nature of education delivery in the digital age. · This examination is significant as it serves as…
The Sambalpur LS constituency is witnessing a fierce battle between Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan of the BJP and BJD organization secretary Pranab Prakash Das. · Pradhan is making a determined comeback to direct electoral politics after a hiatus of 15 years. · Pranab Prakash Das, known as Bobby, a three-time MLA from Jajpur, decides to challenge…
In the intricate tapestry of Odisha’s political landscape, the influence of royal families has remained a prominent feature for decades. With the upcoming General Elections in Odisha looming on the horizon, several scions of these esteemed lineages are poised to enter the electoral fray, representing various constituencies across the state. Here’s a closer look at…
Naveen Patnaik, also the president of Biju Janata Dal (BJD), commenced his electoral campaign in his bastion of Hinjili Assembly constituency in Ganjam district. · In his impassioned speech, Patnaik lambasted the opposition parties, alleging that their stance against the state government’s developmental projects was purely driven by political motives. · He urged the people of Odisha…
Renowned political strategist Prashant Kishor offers a comprehensive assessment of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) electoral prospects. · Kishor predicts a significant surge in the BJP’s vote share in the upcoming elections across several states, notably highlighting Odisha as a focal point of this electoral upswing. · Kishor dissects BJP’s ambitious goal of securing 400 Lok Sabha…
In the run-up to the highly anticipated Assembly polls in Odisha, the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) finds itself grappling with unexpected setbacks as two of its seasoned leaders, Hindol MLA Simarani Nayak and former MLA Dr. Raseswari Panigrahi, have tendered their resignations from the party, raising questions about the party’s internal dynamics and electoral strategies….
Each year, the Maa Mangala temple in Kakatpur becomes the epicenter of fervent devotion as thousands of devotees gather to partake in the ancient tradition of Jhamu Yatra and witness the awe-inspiring Rajrajeswari Besha of the goddess. This sacred event, held on the fifth Tuesday of the Chaitra month, attracts pilgrims from far and wide,…
As Odisha gears up for a crucial electoral battle, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to escalate its campaign with a high-profile visit from Home Minister Amit Shah on April 25. Shah’s itinerary includes a pivotal public rally in Sonepur, where he will rally support for the party’s candidates contesting in both the Lok…
