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Nita Ambani Stuns in Purple Saree at Arjun Tendulkar–Saaniya Chandok Wedding Festivities in Jamnagar

At the pre-wedding festivities of Arjun Tendulkar and Saaniya Chandok in Jamnagar, Nita Ambani made a style statement like no one else – once again proving why she is one of India’s most graceful style icons. Dressed in a royal silk saree, she kept her entire look perfectly suited for a grand Indian celebration.For the…

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Tension erupts at Unit-1 market in Bhubaneswar during anti-encroachment drive

Tension prevailed at Unit-1 Market in bhubaneswera after a team of the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) arrived to conduct an anti-encroachment drive on Thursday. During the operation, two groups reportedly came face to face, leading to a tense situation in the area.Police from Capital Police Station reached the spot and attempted to pacify those involved. The…

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Supreme Court issues notice to Centre, Election Commission on plea against unbridled use of money power in elections

New Delhi, 26/2: The Supreme Court on Thursday decided to examine a plea against the unregulated use of money power by political parties for election purposes, contending that the unbridled use of money power in elections must be stopped. A bench of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M…

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Man Arrested for Beating Mother to Death in Sambalpur

A shocking incident occurred in Rengalkani village under Jujumura police limits in Sambalpur district, where a son allegedly killed his elderly mother after a violent assault.The victim, identified as Janani Bhoi, was attacked inside her house on Wednesday. According to police, her youngest son, Purnachandra Bhoi, demanded food from her. When she refused, he assaulted…

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DGCA revises ticket refund norms in a bid to make air travel passenger-friendly

New Delhi, 25/2:In a bid to make the standard procedure of air travel easier and more passenger-friendly, DGCA on Thursday announced a slew of revisions regarding the ticket refund norms for airlines. According to the aviation watchdog, passengers can now cancel or change air tickets without paying an additional charge within 48 hours of booking,…

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CM Mohan Majhi lays foundation stone for Odisha Bhawan in New Delhi, 7-storey building to have 45 suites

New Delhi, Feb 26: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Thursday laid the foundation stone for the new Odisha Bhawan at Kautilya Marg in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi.The ceremony was attended by Union Minister Jual Oram and Odisha Works Minister Prithivira Harichandan, formally marking the start of construction after the old building was demolished. The previous…

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Bhubaneswar: Fire breaks out in Tosali Bhavan in Satyanagar

The fire broke out in front of the Lokayut’s office, sparking fears that government files could be destroyed. Bhubaneswar: A fire broke out in Tosali Bhavan, Satyanagar, between 10 am and 10:15 am today, causing panic among government office workers. The fire engulfed three rooms of the Lokayut Record Room, with flames and smoke billowing…

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Farmer dies after being harassed by rice miller over paddy procurement in Odisha’s Kendrapara

A farmer from Junagadi village under Rajnagar block in Kendrapara district has allegedly died after facing prolonged harassment during the paddy procurement process. Kendrapara: A farmer from Junagadi village under Rajnagar block in Odisha’s Kendrapara district has allegedly died after facing prolonged harassment during the paddy procurement process The deceased has been identified as Trilochan…

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