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Bhubaneswar,  Feb, 24:  A public grievance hearing program was held on Monday by the School and Mass Education Department. The Departmental Commissioner-cum-Secretary, Dr. N. Tirumala Naik, heard all the complaints and directed the concerned departmental officials to resolve them on a priority basis.

Cuttack, Feb, 24:  A demand has been raised to grant university status to Shailabala Women’s College in Cuttack. The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) has urged the state government to consider the proposal. In the current budget, the government has proposed setting up four new universities. ABVP has requested the government to reconsider and upgrade Shailabala College into a university. The organization has been demanding university…

Kotpad, Feb, 24:  On the occasion of this year’s triennial Ghata Festival of Kotpad town, the Aangyamala  and Hukumnama of Goddess Maa Sheetala will be sought tomorrow, Tuesday, 24.02.2026, from 9:00 AM onwards. Devotees are invited to witness with their own eyes the divine and miraculous moment of the offering of the Aajnamala of Maa Sheetala.

Bargarh, Feb, 24:  At the Subhadra Shakti Mela in Bargarh, the “Black Rice” stall has become a major attraction. Black rice is rich in antioxidants, making it highly beneficial for people with diabetes and heart disease. This rice is cultivated without the use of chemical fertilizers, and its popularity is steadily increasing day by day.

Bhubaneswar,  Feb, 24:  A total of 94,485 posts are vacant across various departments. As of February 12, 2026, 94,485 positions remain unfilled. The highest number of vacancies — 20,289 posts — is in the School and Mass Education Department. The Home Department has 16,032 vacancies, while the Health and Family Welfare Department has 10,457 vacant posts. Between June 12, 2024, and February 12, 2026, a total…

Bhubaneswar,  Feb, 24:  Mahanadi Dispute Discussions Ongoing: Chief Minister The Chief Minister responded regarding the Mahanadi water dispute. “Discussions are continuing at the ministerial committee level with the Chhattisgarh government.” “Three secretary-level meetings have been held in New Delhi.” “Eleven meetings of the Joint Technical Committee have been conducted.” The Chief Minister gave this reply to a question raised by MLA Ranendra Pratap Swain.

Bhubaneswar,   Feb, 24:  Thousand-Crore Projects Announced for Puri Proposal to establish a Jagannath Museum and a modern library. Launch of an online donation system named “Samarpan.” Allocation of ₹5 crore for the inventory and counting of the Ratna Bhandar (temple treasury) of Jagannath Temple.

Kolkata, Feb, 24:   Former Railway Minister and All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Mukul Roy has passed away. He breathed his last at 1:30 AM at Apollo Hospital – Salt Lake in Kolkata. His son, Subhrangshu Roy, confirmed the news. He was 71 years old. It is reported that he died due to a heart attack.

Bhubaneswar,  Feb, 24:  Odisha Budget 2026 Big Announcement for Girls The government will deposit Rs20,000 in the name of a girl child. The Chief Minister has announced the Mukhyamantri Kanya Sumangala Yojana. This is a major scheme for girls from economically weaker sections. After passing +3 (graduation), young women will receive Rs1,00,001 (One lakh one rupees).

Bhubaneswar,  Feb, 24:  Odisha Security Personnel & Health Worker Recruitment Board – 2026 Youth (both male and female) from all districts of Odisha can get block-level employment opportunities. Recruitment is available in the Security Department and Health Department across Odisha. Vacancies are available for both men and women candidates in government and private hospitals, banks, ATMs, schools, colleges, industrial areas, companies, showrooms, etc. Koraput District Salary:…