Bhubaneswar, May 19: The Election Commission has directed the launch of SIR in Odisha along with 16 states and 3 Union Territories. The Election Commission of India has taken this major step to make the electoral process more transparent and accurate. The main objective of this drive is to remove the names of deceased, shifted, and duplicate voters from the electoral rolls, while also including…
Jyotirlinga Park to Be Developed on the Banks of the Baitarani River with rs 25 Crore Investment Across 4 Acres of Land
Chandbali, May19: Jyotirlinga Park will be constructed near Muan Ghat on the banks of the Baitarani River in Chandbali, close to the famous shrine of Baba Akhandalamani. Around 4 acres of land have been identified for the project, with an estimated expenditure of ₹25 crore. The proposal gained momentum after repeated demands by Chandbali councillor Chandan Raut. Following this, state BJP president and Rajya Sabha…
Bhadrak Collector Achieves Doctorate Degree in History While Successfully Managing Administrative Responsibilities
Bhadrak, May 19: The pursuit of knowledge never stops, even amid demanding administrative responsibilities. Proving this once again, Bhadrak District Collector Dilip Routray has earned a PhD degree in History from Utkal University, setting an inspiring example. Usually, the daily responsibilities of a District Collector are extremely demanding. Despite being constantly engaged in public service, developmental activities, disaster management, and administrative coordination, the Collector did…
Nitin’s Visit Ahead of Panchayat Elections Considered Politically Significant in Strengthening Party Strategy at Grassroots Level
Bhubaneswar, May 19: Before the Panchayat Elections, Nitin’s Visit Holds Great Significance. Reaction of the State BJP President regarding the visit of Nitin Nabin. “The visit to Odisha before the Panchayat and Municipal elections carries great importance.” “The National President’s visit will boost the morale and enthusiasm of party workers.” “His training, guidance, and direction will be very useful for us,” said Manmohan Samal.
Demand Raised for Introduction of Government Bus Service Between Brahmapur and Bhawanipatna to Improve Public Transportation
Asika, May 19: Shiv Shankar Mishra: People have demanded that the State Road Transport Corporation start a government bus service connecting Brahmapur, the commercial hub of Odisha’s Ganjam district, with Bhawanipatna, the main town of Kalahandi district in western Odisha. The proposed bus route would begin from Brahmapur and pass through Hinjilicut, Asika, Dharakote, Sorada, Daringbadi, Baliguda, Tumudibandha, M. Rampur, Narla and Satiguda before reaching Bhawanipatna.…
Nabarangpur District Women’s Football Team Announced for Odisha Women’s Football Tournament 2026 to Be Held in Bhubaneswar
Nabarangpur, May 18: The Nabarangpur district team has been announced for the Odisha Women’s Football Tournament 2026, which will be organized in Bhubaneswar under the aegis of the Football Association of Odisha. A 22-member squad has been selected under the leadership of Rajani Gand. Other players in the team include Tulasa Bhatra, Barsha Panda, Bharati Gand, Kamaleswari Pangi, Kujanti Pujari, Pushpanjali Hantal, Rashmita Gand, Shanti…
+2 Results to Be Declared on May 20; Science, Arts and Commerce Stream Scores to Be Released Simultaneously Across Odisha
Bhubaneswar, May 18: The +2 examination results will be published on Wednesday, the 20th. The results of Science, Arts, and Commerce streams will be announced simultaneously. More than 4 lakh students appeared for the examination. The results will be officially declared at the CHSE office between 12 PM and 1 PM. After the announcement, the results will be available on the website. This information was…
SEBI to Open Bhubaneswar Branch Office, Announces Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey
Bhubaneswar, May 18 (BNP): The Securities and Exchange Board of India will soon establish a branch office in Bhubaneswar, marking a significant step toward strengthening financial market regulation and investor outreach in eastern India. The announcement was made by SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey while addressing a regional investor awareness programme organized by the Association of Mutual Funds in India in the city. Pandey said…
Chandikhol Set to Emerge as Strategic Crude Oil Storage Hub Under India-UAE Partnership
Bhubaneswar, May 18 (BNP): Odisha is poised to play a pivotal role in strengthening India’s energy security, with Chandikhol set to emerge as a major strategic crude oil storage hub under a significant India-UAE energy partnership formalized during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to the United Arab Emirates. Representational image Under the proposed initiative, Chandikhol will house a massive underground strategic petroleum reserve with…
WTC Bhubaneswar, World Skill Centre and RBL Bank Organized Interactive Session on Skill Development and MSME Banking
Bhubaneswar, May 18: The World Trade Centre (WTC) Bhubaneswar, in collaboration with the World Skill Centre (WSC) and RBL Bank, organized an interactive session on skill development and MSME banking, which was widely appreciated for its insightful discussions and engaging exchanges. The session was followed by a networking Hi-Tea interaction. The programme brought together participants from handicrafts, skill development institutions, manufacturing units, students, and entrepreneurs,…