China: China has urged both countries to communicate more effectively and expand cooperation between them with the visit of Chinese President Xi Jinping for his bilateral talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the 18th BRICS Summit.Xu Feihong Chinese Ambassador to India said Beijing hoped New Delhi would “correctly manage differences between the two…
The Special Task Force (STF) of the Odisha Crime Branch has questioned more than 40 people from Odisha and West Bengal as part of its investigation into the alleged smuggling of five infant orangutans rescued from a protected area in Balasore district.Investigators are particularly focusing on a black Thar SUV spotted near Bichitrapur forest on…
Washington: A CIA intelligence brief listed India among countries where Osama bin Laden intended to carry out attacks in 1998, according to documents released that also detail his network’s Pakistani connections and the Taliban’s refusal to expel him.The August 28, 1998, assessment named India and Pakistan alongside Egypt, countries in the Arabian Peninsula, Uganda and…
Khordha.The ambitious development project for the historic Maa Bhagabati Temple at Banpur in Khordha district has gained momentum, with work on the temple complex and allied infrastructure progressing at a faster pace.The comprehensive project, aimed at improving the infrastructure and facilities at the renowned Shakti Peetha, includes interior development of the temple, external beautification, parking…
Rayagada, September 12, 2026: East Coast Railway (ECoR) General Manager Parameswar Funkwal on Saturday inspected the Rayagada–Koraput–Jeypore railway section and reviewed safety, train operations, ongoing construction works and passenger amenities along the route. Funkwal undertook a window-trailing inspection from Rayagada to Jeypore, taking stock of the condition of the track, signalling systems, operational arrangements…
Bhubaneswar, September 11, 2026 The five-day Induction Training Programme for newly appointed Post Graduate Teachers (PGTs) of History concluded today at IMAGE, Siripur. The training programme was organised by the Directorate of Higher Secondary Education, Department of School and Mass Education, Government of Odisha, to equip newly appointed PGTs with the knowledge, skills and professional…
Dubai/Bhubaneswar Showcasing Odisha’s rich tradition of handicrafts and handlooms, Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated the One District, One Product (ODOP) Gallery in Dubai. The gallery features a diverse range of Odisha’s unique products, including Sambalpuri Saree from Sambalpur, Maniabandha Handloom from Cuttack, Silver Filigree from Cuttack, Dongria Shawl from Rayagada, Terracotta Idols…
HEMAGIR/SUNDARGARH, public hearing for the proposed Meenakshi Coal Mine of M/s Hindalco Industries Limited, under Aditya Birla Group was held on Friday at Kiripsira village in Hemgir Block, receiving strong support from local villagers, representatives of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) and other members of the community. Participants expressed hope that the project would bring significant…
Kalahandi,:ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIFA), Bhubaneswar, organized a one-day workshop on “Improved Varieties of Carps and Freshwater Prawn for Sustainable Aquaculture Production” under the TSP/STC Scheme today at Finspire Hatchery, Kalahandi, Odisha. The workshop brought together 150 tribal fish farmers and hatchery owners from all 13 blocks of Kalahandi district, including 50 women participants,…
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta extended a warm welcome to world leaders, delegates, and distinguished guests arriving in the capital for the BRICS Summit, describing the event as a moment of great honour and pride for the city.Speaking on X, the Chief Minister highlighted India’s evolving global role under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra…
