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Sambalpur (Odisha), March 29 – Sujata Bhuyan, a fish farmer from Sambalpur, Odisha, expressed immense happiness on Sunday after Prime Minister Narendra Modi mentioned her work during the 132nd episode of 'Mann Ki Baat', calling it a proud and emotional moment for her and her family.Reacting to...

New Delhi, March 29 The Delhi Police has cracked down on an inter-state narcotics syndicate, arresting a key supplier from Odisha, an official said on Sunday.The accused, Aakash Kumar Digal, 28, a resident of Odisha's Kandhamal district, was apprehended after tracking his movements across...

New Delhi, March 29 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised the "hardworking fishermen" of the country, stating that they are not just "warriors of the sea" but a strong foundation for a self-reliant India.During his monthly radio broadcast, 'Mann Ki Baat,' Modi emphasized that...

Bhubaneswar, March 29 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised Odisha fish farmer Sujata Bhuyan, who transformed her endeavor into a thriving business.Addressing his monthly radio broadcast 'Mann Ki Baat', Modi said Sujata of Odisha's Sambalpur district was a homemaker, but she wanted to...

New Delhi, March 29 The Lok Sabha will discuss efforts to free the country from left-wing extremism (LWE) on Monday, a day before the government's March 31 deadline to eliminate Naxalism ends.The Lok Sabha Secretariat has listed the discussion on "efforts to free the country from left-wing...

New Delhi, March 29 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday called fishermen "a strong foundation of Atmanirbhar Bharat," who continue to strengthen the country's economy, and mentioned the efforts being made to further enhance the fisheries sector.Speaking during the 132nd episode of his...

New Delhi, March 29 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday emphasized the importance of harnessing the energy of the country's youth for nation-building, stating that initiatives like Mera Yuva Bharat play a crucial role in channeling their potential.Speaking during the 132nd episode of his...

New Delhi, March 29 – In a major breakthrough against drug trafficking, the Anti-Narcotics Squad (ANS) of Delhi Police has apprehended a key supplier allegedly involved in the illegal distribution of cannabis across the National Capital Region (NCR), officials said on Sunday.The arrest...

New Delhi, March 28 – The Congress announced a new round of appointments to its social media team across various states on Saturday, naming chairpersons, co-chairpersons, and coordinators.In a communication issued by AICC General Secretary K.C. Venugopal, the party stated that the Congress...

Bhubaneswar, March 28 The next phase of inventory of the Puri Jagannath temple's Ratna Bhandar will be conducted over three days from April 8, Odisha Law Minister Prithiviraj Harichandan said on Saturday.Speaking to reporters, Harichandan said preparations have been completed for the next...

On the fourth day of the first Khelo India Tribal Games, competitions in swimming, weightlifting, football, and wrestling were held today in Chhattisgarh.Karnataka continues to lead in the medal count with 15 gold medals. Odisha is in second place with nine gold medals, while Assam is in third...

Jajpur, March 28 Three police personnel, including an assistant sub-inspector, were suspended in Odisha's Jajpur district on Saturday after an accused in a theft case escaped from custody, officials said.SP Yash Pratap Shrimal ordered the suspension of ASI Achutananda Das and constables...

Bhubaneswar, March 28 The BJD on Saturday demanded the dismissal of Odisha's Health Minister Mukesh Mahaling and the arrest of BJP's Titlagarh MLA Nabin Jain for allegedly violating laws during Ram Navami processions in separate locations.The opposition party, in a statement, alleged that...

Raipur, March 28 Weightlifter Nikita ended Chhattisgarh’s hosts’ wait for a gold medal, while Odisha’s women swimmers clinched all three gold medals on offer on the fourth day of the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026 here on Saturday.Nikita dominated the women’s 77kg weightlifting event to...

Berhampur, March 28 A 20-year-old woman is alleged to have attempted suicide by setting herself on fire in Odisha's Ganjam district on Saturday, a day after filing a rape complaint, police said.The woman, who had dropped out of college, reportedly suffered around 50 per cent burn injuries...

Raipur, March 28 Weightlifter Nikita ended Chhattisgarh's wait for a gold medal, while Odisha's women swimmers clinched all three gold medals on offer on the fourth day of the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026 here on Saturday.Nikita dominated the women's 77kg weightlifting event, comfortably...

Simdega (Jharkhand), March 28 A 30-year-old man from Odisha was allegedly strangled to death and his body set on fire in Jharkhand's Simdega district, police said on Saturday.Jharkhand Police have arrested three persons from Odisha in connection with this incident, a senior officer said.The...

Bhubaneswar, March 28 Odisha's Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida on Saturday said the government will accept new applications for the inclusion of eligible beneficiaries under the 'Subhadra Yojana', a state-run scheme aimed at women empowerment.Parida, who is also in charge of the Women and...

Kolkata, March 28 Union Home Minister Amit Shah defended the Election Commission's large-scale transfer of IAS and IPS officers in West Bengal on Saturday, alleging that many officials in the state were functioning as "cadres" of the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) and were unable to work...

Bhubaneswar, March 28 Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Saturday appealed to the people of the state to refrain from panic buying to ensure smooth functioning of the supply chain in the midst of the West Asia conflict.He also praised the Central government's decision to reduce excise...