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Kotpad_May 23:  Chhayarani Bishoi, a girl from Kenduguda in Kotpad, has made the region proud at the national level. At the Miss India Asia competition held in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, she secured the position of second runner-up and also won the “Miss Beautiful Smile” title.

Bhubaneswar, May 23:  Government issues guidelines to reduce petrol and diesel expenses. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi directed the Chief Secretary regarding the move. Instructions issued to reduce fuel usage across government departments. The Chief Minister released an 8-point directive for the administration. 8-Point Guidelines Meetings, reviews, training sessions, and workshops will be conducted in virtual mode. Purchase of new two-wheelers and four-wheelers must be…

Bhubaneswar, May 23:  Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has reduced his security convoy by half and significantly cut down the number of vehicles in his motorcade. The Chief Minister’s security convoy is now limited to only 4 vehicles. Earlier, around 7 vehicles used to be part of the Chief Minister’s convoy during travel. Amid the fuel crisis being witnessed in the country, the Chief Minister…

New Delhi, May 22, 2026 The Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI) successfully organised its 13th National Students’ Convocation 2026 at the C. Subramaniam Convention Centre, ICAR-NASC Complex, New Delhi, reaffirming the Institute’s pivotal role in shaping India’s future-ready financial and management professionals aligned with the national vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. The convocation brought together more than 1,200 participants from across the country,…

New Delhi, May 22 : At a time when global energy markets are navigating geopolitical uncertainty, supply chain recalibrations, decarbonisation mandates and the accelerating transition toward cleaner fuels, India’s refining sector is emerging as one of the most strategically important growth engines in the global downstream energy landscape. Against this backdrop, the 9th edition of the India Refining Summit, organised by Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs…

Mumbai, May 22 : CAI, the contemporary footwear label known for combining elevated design with everyday comfort, expands its bestselling Eva collection with two new shades: Tan and Olive. Inspired by earthy minimalism, the latest colour additions are timeless, grounding, and effortlessly wearable, offering a sophisticated update to one of the brand’s most-loved silhouettes. Since its launch, Eva has emerged as a standout style for…

New Delhi, May 22 (BNP): What started as a satirical online campaign fuelled by memes, sarcasm and political commentary has rapidly transformed into one of India’s biggest digital sensations. The “Cockroach Janata Party” (CJP), a meme-driven social media movement born out of public outrage and internet humour, has crossed 15 million followers on Instagram within just five days, overtaking the online popularity of India’s major…

Kolkata, May 22 (BNP): A political controversy has erupted in West Bengal after the state government made the singing of Vande Mataram compulsory in all recognised madrasas across the state. The directive, issued by the Directorate of Madrasa Education, mandates that the national song be sung during morning assembly prayers before classes begin in institutions functioning under the Minority Affairs and Madrasa Education Department.  Representational…

Bhubaneswar, May 22: A discussion was held between India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and South Korea’s Defence Minister Ahn Gyu-back to strengthen India–Korea defence industry cooperation and strategic partnership.

Bhubaneswar, May 22:  Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has arrived on a visit to Odisha. During his visit to Puri, he was warmly welcomed and felicitated by Puri MP Sambit Patra.  The visit is expected to focus on agricultural development, farmers’ welfare initiatives, and strengthening cooperation between the Centre and the State for the progress of Odisha’s farming sector.