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Bhubaneswar, January 2: The Indian Railways continues its major infrastructure expansion in Odisha with the ongoing construction of a 138.32 KM long new railway line connecting Bargarh Road to Nuapada Road. This strategic project is set to improve connectivity, boost regional development, generate employment and offer significant benefits to both passenger and freight transportation in […]
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Bhubaneswar, December 31: The Odisha Vigilance Department has unearthed disproportionate assets (DA) worth Rs 131 crore and registered over 200 criminal cases in 2024. As per a statement, the year-long crackdown resulted in the apprehension of 181 individuals, including high-ranking government officials, signaling the agency’s commitment to accountability and transparency. Among the 50 Class-I officers […]
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Bhubaneswar, December 29: A long-awaited operation to capture the tigress Zeenat, who had strayed from Odisha’s Similipal Tiger Reserve into West Bengal, was successfully tranquilises by the forest department officials in Bankura. Zeenat, who is now safely housed in a cage, will be transported to Alipore Zoo in Kolkata for a comprehensive health check-up. Once […]
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Bhubaneswar, December 28: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Saturday said that the farmers affected by the unseasonal rains will be given compensation through DBT mode after damage assessment by December 30. Tge CM convened a high-level meeting at the State Secretariat to address the devastation caused by unseasonal rains across the State between […]
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Bhubaneswar, December 25: A vibrant Christmas celebration organized by the Eswar Art & Craft Social Foundation Trust brought festive cheer to around 200 children in Jatni. The event featured several competitions, including drawing, dance, and general knowledge, providing a platform for young talents to showcase their skills. Adding to the festive spirit, Santa Claus distributed […]
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Bhubaneswar, December 24: L. Eshwar Rao, a renowned artist from Jatni in Odisha, has embraced the festive spirit of Christmas with a breathtaking miniature church delicately crafted and encased within a 750 ml glass bottle. The intricate artwork, measuring 3 inches in height and 2.5 inches in width, is made using paper and chalk pieces, […]
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Bhubaneswar, December 24: The East Coast Railway (ECoR) announced the operation of five special trains for the convenience of pilgrims traveling to the upcoming Maha Kumbh Mela, scheduled to take place in 2025. These special trains will provide easy connectivity from several key cities across the region to the sacred city of Prayagraj, where the […]
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Bhubaneswar, December 23: In a transformative move towards enhancing road safety, the State Transport Authority (STA) on Monday signed a MoU with IIT Madras to implement innovative Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) strategies and road safety measures aimed at improving road safety across the State. Commerce and Transport Minister Bibhuti Bhushan Jena, department Secretary Usha […]
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Bhubaneswar, December 20: The Government of India has sanctioned the Final Location Surveys (FLS) for two key railway projects in the country, aimed at improving rail infrastructure and boosting the efficiency of rail transportation. Among these, the Double Line Flyover/ROR (Road Over Bridge) at Lajkura, situated in Sundargarh District, Odisha, has received special attention. The […]
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Bhubaneswar, December 20: The East Coast Railway (ECoR) has successfully completed the major yard restructuring work at Bhadrak Railway Station within the scheduled timeframe, marking a significant milestone in the station’s modernization efforts. The work, which aimed at improving operational efficiency and streamlining train management, was completed as per the schedule. Importantly, no additional train […]
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