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Odisha govt plans ₹200 crore revamp of Nicco park in Bhubaneswar into world-class tourism destination

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has drawn up an ambitious ₹200 crore redevelopment plan to transform the defunct Nicco Park in Bhubaneswar into a world-class tourism destination.Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has reviewed the redevelopment proposal. Before the project takes off, efforts are underway to end the existing public-private partnership and bring full control of the…

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Coco Gauff beats world No 1 Sabalenka to win her first French Open women’s title

Paris, 8/6: In a major development, American tennis star Coco Gauff rallied from a set down to defeat world number one Aryna Sabalenka 6-7(5), 6-2, 6-4 in a thrilling French Open final on Saturday, clinching her maiden Roland Garros title and second Grand Slam crown. With this victory, the 21-year-old became the first American woman…

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CID begins probe into Chinnaswamy Stadium stampede

Bengaluru,8/6: The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) officials on Saturday began the investigation into stampede incident at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. The investigating officers visited the various entry gates where the incident took place and also inspected the KSCA stadium and the office. The state government had transferred the case to CID. “The CCB and the Cubbon…

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World Environment Day observed by Baphlimali Mines of Utkal Alumina

Tikiri :Utkal Alumina, a unit of Hindalco Industries under the Aditya Birla Group, observed World Environment Day at its Baphlimali Mines Division, located in Kashipur Block of Rayagada district. To mark the occasion, a series of awareness programmes focusing on environmental protection and plastic-free living based on the theme “beat plastic pollution” were conducted over…

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TPCODL waives off processing fees for Rooftop solar systems under PM Suryaghar:Muft Bijli Yojana

Bhubaneswar, June 07, 2025: TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL), a joint venture of Tata Power and Government of Odisha, has stepped up its campaign to accelerate solar rooftop installations across Central Odisha under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSGMBY). For the benefit of its consumers, TPCODL has waived the net metering processing…

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Rayagada Forest Division Celebrates 52nd World Environment Day

Rayagada,  The Rayagada Forest Division, under the leadership of the Odisha Forest Department, celebrated the 52nd World Environment Day on June 5, 2025. The event was held at the Forest Range Office in Rayagada and was attended by dignitaries, forest officials, local villagers, and students from Gumma School. The chief guest, Shri Satya Narayan Shadangi,…

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Tejashwi Yadav escapes unhurt as his convoy hit by truck in Bihar, 3 security personnel injured

Vaishali, 7/6: RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav escaped unhurt as a speeding truck hit two vehicles of his convoy, injuring three security personnel in Bihar’s Vaishali district early on Saturday, police said. The vehicle of the leader of the opposition was not hit by the truck, a senior officer said. The accident took place around 12.30…

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Rahul makes fresh match-fixing barb over Maharashtra polls, poll body calls allegations affront to rule of law

New Delhi, 7/6-: With Rahul Gandhi once again raising questions about Maharashtra election calling it ‘match-fixing’, the Election Commission officials on Saturday said raising “unsubstantiated” allegations on electoral rolls is alaw” and the attempt to defame the poll body after any “unfavourable” verdict was “completely absurd”. Any misinformation being spread, by anyone, is “not only…

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BJP MP Aparajita Sarangi Returns To Bhubaneswar After Five-Nation Tour

Bhubaneswar: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP from Bhubaneswar, Aparajita Sarangi, received a rousing welcome on her return to the city after completing a five-nation tour as part of an Indian Parliamentary delegation. The tour was aimed at presenting India’s position on terrorism and the recent Operation Sindoor carried out by the Armed Forces. A grand rally,…

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