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Vigilance Raids Properties Of Sundaragada Watershed Project Director On DA Allegations

Bhubaneswar: Odisha Vigilance on Friday launched simultaneous searches at eight locations linked to Prasanna Kumar Patra, Deputy Director of Soil Conservation-cum-Project Director, Watershed, Sundaragada on the allegation of possession of disproportionate assets (DA) beyond his known sources of income.The searches are being conducted by Odisha Vigilance led by one Additional Superintendent of Police, 4 Deputy…

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Security Threat in Riyadh: Indian Embassy Issues Advisory as Houthis Target King Khalid Airport

Following a Houthi-claimed ballistic missile attack targeting King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, the Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia issued a fresh travel and security advisory on Thursday, urging Indian nationals across the Kingdom to exercise heightened vigilance and remain indoors when necessary.The advisory coincides with widespread flight disruptions, leading Indian air carriers—including Air India,…

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Himachal CM Sukhu releases Rs 15.75 crore for infrastructure works in Shimla district

Shimla : Himachal Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has released Rs 15.75 crore for various development works in Bhatwari of Rohru Assembly constituency in Shimla district and Kasha-Pat of Rampur Assembly constituency as part of his commitments made to children and residents during the ‘Sarkar Gaon Ke Dwar’ programme.As part of the initiative to strengthen…

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Chief Minister Should Contest Election From Here’: Akhilesh Yadav’s Dare To Adityanath In Ayodhya

Ayodhya: Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav, during his visit to the holy city on Thursday, issued a direct challenge to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to contest the upcoming UP Assembly elections from Ayodhya.Akhilesh Yadav’s dare to the Chief Minister ignites public interest because the BJP, having championed the cause of the Ram Mandir movement,…

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Dr. Sachi Nandan Mohanty Recognised Among the World’s Top 2% Scientists

Dr. Sachi Nandan Mohanty, Senior Professor at the School of Computer Science and Engineering, VIT-AP University, has been recognised among the Top 2% of Scientists in a global ranking based on data from Elsevier and Stanford University. His profile lists him among the Top 2% Scientists for 2020–2026 in Information and Communication Technologies, with Artificial…

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TPCODL Rolls Out Proactive Safety Measures for Dussehra

Bhubaneswar, October 08, 2026: TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL), a joint venture of Tata Power and the Government of Odisha, urges puja committees, shopkeepers, vendors and citizens to follow electrical safety norms and obtain temporary legal electricity connections during Dussehra to ensure safe and reliable power supply during the festivities. With puja pandals, temporary…

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Bank of Baroda and G.M. University Organise Cyber Security Awareness 

Sambalpur, 7 October 2026: Bank of Baroda, in association with G.M. University, Sambalpur, organised a Cyber Security Awareness Programme on 7 October 2026 at G.M. University, Sambalpur, with the objective of creating awareness among students and participants about the growing threat of cyber fraud and the importance of safe and responsible digital practices.  The programme was graced by Charan Singh Meena, IPS, Deputy Inspector General of Police, Sambalpur, as the Chief Guest and Speaker. In his address, Shri Meena sensitised the participants about various emerging forms of cybercrime and emphasised the need for vigilance while using digital platforms, mobile applications, social media and online banking services. An important message from the DIG was his appeal to the students to share the knowledge and awareness gained through the programme with others, particularly people who are less educated and those living in rural and village areas. He emphasised that cyber security awareness should reach every section of society, as anyone can become a victim of cyber fraud. The programme also included an interactive question‐and‐answer session, during which Charan Singh Meena addressed and responded to various queries raised by the students regarding cyber fraud, online safety and precautions to be taken while using digital services. The Welcome Address and Introduction was delivered by Dr. Srinibash Dash, HOD, School of Management, G.M. University, Sambalpur. He welcomed the dignitaries and participants and highlighted the importance of cyber security awareness, particularly among the younger generation in the rapidly evolving digital environment. Rakesh Jha, Deputy General Manager, Bank of Baroda, Bhubaneswar Zone, graced the occasion as the Guest of Honour. He emphasised the importance of responsible digital behaviour and urged the participants to remain alert against fraudulent calls, messages, emails and online transactions. A detailed PowerPoint presentation on Cyber Security Awareness was delivered by Jitendra Sahu, Chief Manager, Bank of Baroda. The presentation covered various common and emerging methods of cyber fraud and explained precautionary measures to protect individuals from financial and digital fraud.

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CBI nabs Nuapada EMRS Principal in bribery case

Bhubaneswar: The Central Bureau of Investigation has caught the Principal of Eklavya Model Residential School (EMRS) in Odisha’s Nuapada district red-handed while accepting Rs 12,000 bribe from a worker for allegedly ‘recommending an extension of her service’.After receiving a complaint alleging that the Principal had initially demanded Rs 20,000 from the worker for recommending her…

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Tejashwi Yadav, Misa Bharti, Mukesh Sahani Detained During SIR Protest In Patna

Patna: Mahagathbandhan leaders and workers staged a protest march in Patna on Thursday against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Tensions escalated between protesters and police during the demonstration, following which Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Yadav, RJD Lok Sabha member Misa Bharti and VIP chief Mukesh Sahani…

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STAFFER OF DEO-CUM-DPC, JAGATSINGHPUR NABBED BY ODISHA VIGILANCE WHILE TAKING BRIBE RS.30,000/- FOR FACILITATING RELEASE OF PENDING BILLS.

Today i.e on 08.10.2026, a short while ago, Chandrajit Parija Programmer, O/o-DEO/DPC (District Project Coordinator), Samagra Sikhya Abhiyan (SSA), Jagatsinghpur has been apprehended by Odisha Vigilance while demanding and taking a bribe of Rs.30,000/- from an executant for clearing his pending bills towards installation of digital black boards assigned to him in schools of Jagatsinghpur…

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