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…
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…
With the recent political shift in Odisha, the BJP has taken the helm after a 24-year rule by the BJD. Chief Minister Mohan Majhi and his team face the enormous task of addressing pressing issues to meet the high expectations of the electorate. From boosting employment and agricultural development to improving healthcare and education, the…
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi led a review meeting to ensure seamless arrangements for the upcoming Rath Yatra and Snana Purnima festivities in Puri. · Key officials present included Law Minister, Chief Secretary, Police DG and other senior administrators. · Discussions focused on strategic measures for peace, security deployments, and preserving traditional rituals. · Chief Secretary Pradeep Jena…
Former Chief Secretary Bijay Kumar Patnaik has unleashed a firestorm of allegations against VK Pandian, a retired political heavyweight associated with the Biju Janata Dal (BJD). · He has leveled serious accusations against Pandian, suggesting widespread corruption, administrative decay, and a climate of fear during Pandian’s influence. · Central to Patnaik’s critique is the 5T initiative, introduced…
Amidst the anticipation surrounding the election of the new Speaker for the Odisha Assembly, Ranendra Pratap Swain steps into the interim role of pro-tem Speaker. · As a distinguished 8-time MLA hailing from the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), Swain’s appointment as pro-tem Speaker underscores his significant contributions to Odisha’s political landscape. · The primary responsibility bestowed upon…
In a landmark achievement, KIIT Deemed to be University, situated in the vibrant city of Bhubaneswar, Odisha, has ascended to the pinnacle of global recognition, securing the prestigious sixth position worldwide and clinching the coveted top spot in India for its exceptional performance in the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) of ‘Reduced Inequalities’. Let’s delve deeper…
In Odisha, the newly formed BJP government, under the leadership of CM Mohan Majhi, comprises two deputy chief ministers and 13 other ministers. · The absence of prominent leaders from the council of ministers of Odisha’s new BJP government has stirred considerable interest. · Notable figures such as Jayanarayan Mishra and Laxman Bag found themselves excluded from…
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has embarked on a sweeping investigation into the alleged forgery of certificates in the context of postal recruitment in Odisha. · This probe, triggered by a complaint from the Director of Postal Services, Bhubaneswar, has precipitated searches at more than 67 locations spread across various districts of Odisha. · The CBI…
The newly formed BJP government in Odisha, led by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, wasted no time in translating its electoral promises into action. · In the first Cabinet meeting, the Govt. approved a proposal to re-open all four gates of Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri on early Thursday morning. · This decision, resonating deeply with the…
