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Trump ordered Musk to restore Starlink access for Ukraine amidst Russian strikes: Report

Washington DC [US], October 23 (ANI): New York Times has reported that US President Trump had called SpaceX CEO Elon Musk last week and asked him to restore Ukraine’s full access to the Starshield satellite communications network. Citing sources the report said that the call came after Ukrainian officials reported that they were encountering new…

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Cyclone Alert: IMD Predicts landfall by Oct 28 as Super Typhoon Champi Intensifies Globally

The Bay of Bengal is brewing a potential cyclonic storm that is projected to cross the North Andhra Pradesh and South Odisha coasts by the morning of October 28, according to India Meteorological Department (IMD) Director General Mrutyunjay Mohapatra.A low-pressure area has already formed over the east-central Bay of Bengal. It is expected to concentrate…

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Rayagada Division Organises ‘Rail Jan Samvaad’ Across Its Jurisdiction to Strengthen Public Outreach:

Rayagada, 22 October 2026:Rayagada Division of East Coast Railway (ECoR) organised ‘Rail Jan Samvaad’ programmes across its jurisdiction today as part of Special Campaign 6.0, aimed at strengthening direct communication between the Railways and the public, enhancing passenger awareness and encouraging active public participation in improving railway services. As part of the initiative, Additional Divisional…

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East Coast Railway Organises ‘Jan Sambad’ Campaign Across Stations to Strengthen Public Outreach General Manager, ECoR interacts with the passengers and spearheaded a cleanliness campaign at Bhubaneswar Railway Station

Bhubaneswar, 22 October 2026 East Coast Railway (ECoR) organised a ‘Jan Sambad’ campaign across its stations today to strengthen direct communication between the Railways and the public, enhance passenger awareness and encourage public participation in improving railway services. As part of the programme, General Manager, East Coast Railway, Shri Parmeshwar Funkwal, interacted with passengers at…

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UAIL’s Durga Puja-2026 Brings Communities Together in Celebration

Tikiri, 22/10: Utkal Alumina International Limited (UAIL), a subsidiary of Hindalco Industries Limited, Aditya Birla Group, celebrated Durga Puja 2026 with devotion, enthusiasm and cultural fervour at its Durga Puja Ground near Doraguda. The five-day festivities witnessed enthusiastic participation from employees, business partners and villagers from areas surrounding the refinery and mines, reflecting the spirit…

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Jindal Foundation Marks Seva Diwas with Acts of Compassion and Care

Bhubaneswar, 22 October 2026:  Jindal Foundation celebrated Seva Diwas on the birthday of its Honourable Chairperson, Mrs. Shallu Jindal, through a series of humanitarian and community outreach initiatives supporting children, senior citizens, women and young sportspersons across orphanages, old-age homes, villages and special care institutions. The celebrations brought moments of joy and togetherness to communities….

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Minor Girl’s Burnt Body Found In Baleshwar; Family Alleges Gang-Rape & Murder

Bhubaneswar: A 14-year-old minor girl was reportedly found dead in a paddy field in Herapada under Bartana Panchayat in the Jaleswar area of Balasore district, triggering outrage in the locality.The deceased has been identified as a resident of Paschimabada Panchayat under Jaleshwar police limits.According to reports, the girl had gone to the nearby market with…

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Indian national among two killed in attack on Saudi Arabia’s Dammam airport, two Indians injured

Riyadh: An Indian national was among two people killed, while two other Indian nationals were injured, in an attack on King Fahd International Airport in Saudi Arabia’s Dammam on Wednesday, the Indian Embassy said on Thursday.The Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia said that it is ascertaining further details and contacting the affected families.”Saudi authorities have…

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Bhubaneswar: Bomb Attack in Patharagadia Sparks Group Clash, One Injured,

Bhubaneswar: Panic gripped Patharagadia on the outskirts of Bhubaneswar after a bomb attack allegedly carried out by a group of miscreants triggered a violent clash between two groups. One person sustained injuries in the incident.According to reports, more than 15 miscreants allegedly hurled bombs in the village over previous enmity, creating panic among local residents.The…

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Youth Shot at Over Minor Altercation in Boudh, Hospitalised

In a chilling incident that has sent shockwaves through the local community, a 30-year-old man was shot and injured near Lambaswari village under the Kantamal police limits in Boudh district on Wednesday evening.The victim has been identified as Pranabandhu Bastia, a resident of Dhenukuti village under the Lambaswari panchayat. According to reports, Bastia had visited…

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