Odisha Police have apprehended two brothers in Dhenkanal district for orchestrating an elaborate scheme wherein they posed as Enforcement Directorate (ED) officers to extort money from government officials. The arrests come following a concerted effort by the Special Task Force (STF) of the state police, culminating in the apprehension of Tarinisen Mohapatra (30) and Brahma…
In a revelation that sheds light on the financial underpinnings of political campaigns, the ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD) in Odisha has reportedly cashed in electoral bonds worth a staggering Rs 944.5 crore. According to data released by the Election Commission of India (ECI), BJD received electoral bonds worth approximately Rs 244 crore between July…
With the election schedule unveiled, Odisha braces itself for a significant democratic exercise as 3.35 crore voters prepare to cast their ballots in the upcoming Lok Sabha and state Assembly polls. Chief Electoral Officer Nikunja Bihari Dhal spearheaded discussions with representatives from all recognized political parties in the state, laying the groundwork for a smooth…
In a remarkable stride towards empowering women and promoting the consumption of millet-based products, Milk Mantra Dairy Pvt Ltd has forged a pioneering partnership with Radharani Women Self Help Group (WSHG) of Bhubaneswar and Dibyajyoti WSHG of Rourkela. This collaborative effort, formalized through a Memorandum of Agreement signed at Krushi Bhawan, witnessed the presence of…
Odisha-cadre IPS officer Sarah Sharma has been appointed as Deputy Inspector General (DIG) in the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for a term of five years, marking a significant milestone in her career. The Ministry of Home Affairs has officially communicated this decision to the Chief Secretary of Odisha, requesting Sharma’s immediate release to assume…
With the Odisha Assembly elections drawing near, the Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee (OPCC) has unveiled its manifesto, outlining a comprehensive vision for the state’s future. At an event held at the Congress Bhawan in Bhubaneswar, OPCC president Sarat Pattanayak and other party leaders presented the manifesto, which comprises 90 promises and nine “guarantees” aimed at…
In a proactive move to safeguard the delicate nesting process of Olive Ridley sea turtles, Odisha authorities have instituted a ban on visitor access to all mass nesting sites until the completion of hatchling emergence. The directive, issued by Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (Wildlife), Sushanta Nanda, aims to mitigate disturbances caused by human activities…
In a significant stride towards modernizing governance in Odisha, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik unveiled the state’s pioneering ‘Online Incentive Management System’ developed by the Odisha Computer Application Centre (OCAC). This groundbreaking online platform streamlines the process for entrepreneurs to apply for incentives under various policies including IT, Electronics, Data Centre, BPO, Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Fabless…
Pragya Samal, a 26-year-old law researcher, experienced a momentous occasion on March 13th, as she was honored by justices of the Supreme Court for her remarkable achievements. The daughter of Ajay Kumar Samal, a cook who has served on the Supreme Court roster for nearly four decades, Pragya was lauded for securing admissions, along with…
In a series of puzzling reversals regarding potential discussions with the BJD, Manmohan Samal, the BJP state unit president, has once again adjusted his stance, citing media speculation as the cause. Following his return to Bhubaneswar from New Delhi, Samal clarified that any decision regarding a coalition with the BJD rests solely with the national…
