ECoR offers additional stoppages of 30 trains; Check details 

Bhubaneswar, August 11: The East Coast Railway (ECoR) has decided to provide additional stoppages for several trains at various stations across its jurisdiction. This passenger-friendly step, taken in response to long-standing public demand, is aimed at ensuring greater convenience and comfort for travellers. With the festive season around the corner, this decision will bring cheer […]

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It was javelin throwers day out at Continental Tour in Odisha’s Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar, August 10: Promising javelin throwers from India and Sri Lanka fought hard to stamp their authority in the one-day prize money World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze meet at the Kalinga Stadium here on Sunday. Egged on by enthusiastic Sunday crowd, the 22 years old Rumesh Tharanga from Sri Lanka walked away with the honour, […]

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Odisha: Sudarsan creates sand art at Puri beach to promote ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign

Puri, August 10: As the nation prepares to celebrate the 79th Independence Day, Padma Shri awardee and internationally acclaimed sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik has created a stunning sand sculpture at Puri Beach, based on the theme ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’, echoing the nationwide call given by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to celebrate the Tricolour and foster […]

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Cuttack Railway Station Redevelopment Work: Three long distance trains diverted via Naraj Marthapur for 40 days

Bhubaneswar, August 9: In view of ongoing redevelopment work at Cuttack Railway Station, three long distance trains will run via diverted route for 40 days from August 11 to September 21, said an official release. “Three long distance trains will run via diverted route via Barang-Naraj Marthapur-Kapilas Road instead of scheduled path via Barang-Cuttack-Kapilas Road. […]

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NALCO Q1 FY26 results: Net Profit soars 77% to Rs 1,064 crore

Bhubaneswar, August 7: The National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) has reported impressive results in the first quarter ended June 30th for FY 2025-26 registering 77 per cent rise in net profit to Rs 1, 064 crore from Rs 601 crore achieved in the corresponding period of previous year as against reported revenue from operation of […]

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Balanga Tragedy: Minor girl succumbs to burn injuries despite intensive medical efforts

New Delhi/Bhubaneswar, August 2: The 15-year-old girl from Balanga in Puri district lost her life after battling severe burn injuries sustained on July 19, 2025, while undergoing treatment in AIIMS Delhi on Saturday. The girl was reportedly set on fire by three unknown people on the morning of July 19 on the banks of river […]

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Puri-Rourkela-Puri Vande Bharat Express to run with 16 coaches from August 7

Bhubaneswar, July 30: The Indian Railways has announced the augmentation of number of coaches by 50% in the 20836/20835 Puri–Rourkela–Puri Vande Bharat Express. The train will now operate with a total of 16 coaches instead of the existing eight coaches from August 7. This augmentation includes the addition of eight AC Chair Car Coaches. “It […]

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KV meets Union Minister Khattar, seeks Rs 31,570 crore Central aid for modernisation of power grid infra in Odisha

Bhubaneswar, July 29: Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo on Tuesday met Union Power, Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal Khattar in New Delhi and urged him to sanction a Central assistance of around 31,570 crore to accelerate modernization of Odisha’s grid infrastructure. Singh Deo, who also holds the Energy portfolio, also requested the […]

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Odisha: Absconding BJD corporator Amaresh Jena arrested in minor girl rape case 

Bhubaneswar, July 27: A day after arresting his five associates for helping him abscond, Commissionerate Police on Sunday arrested BJD leader and BMC Corporator Amaresh Jena alias Bayan from Nilagiri area of Balasore district. The Laxmisagar Police arrested Jena, , who was absconding ever since he was booked in a minor girl rape case at […]

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Odisha: ECoR GM inspects Sambalpur-Titlagarh-Theruvali Railway Section

Bhubaneswar, July 25: East Coast Railway (ECoR) General Manager Parmeshwar Funkwal on Wednesday conducted a thorough inspection of the Sambalpur-Titlagarh-Theruvali railway section under the Sambalpur Division, said an official release. “During the visit, the General Manager inspected key stations including Bargarh Road, Barpali, and Doikallu,” according to the ECoR statement. He reviewed the existing passenger […]

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