Bhubaneswar: The State government, in collaboration with urban development authorities and environmental experts, announced the conceptualization of the Mahanadi Waterfront project. This transformative initiative is set to redefine the Mahanadi Riverfront, turning it into a vibrant, sustainable, and inclusive space that merges ecological conservation with urban development. The project will enhance the quality of life…
Bhubaneswar, February 27, 2025: Indian Railways set a remarkable record during the Maha Kumbh 2025 by operating over 15,000 trains in just 42 days, far surpassing the initial target of 13,500 trains. This record-breaking achievement included numerous special trains designed to accommodate the massive influx of pilgrims traveling from across the country, with significant contributions…
Bhubaneswar: Giving his reaction over falling down of a servitor during Jagara festival yesterday night, the injured servitor’s son has blamed that as sand had not been filled at the climbing area the mishap took place. However, senior leader Sura Routray has said that due to heavy crowd things were difficult. His leg slipped as…
Kamakhyanagar: High voltage drama unfolded after a youth climbed atop a 132 KV electric tower and denied to get down the tower. The incident happened in Badamuktapasi village under Kamakhyanagar police limits in Dhenkanal district. The youth reportedly stood over the 70-metre tall pole for over 2.5 hours. The youth has been identified as Sania…
Bhubaneswar: The Lingaraj Police busted a bike lifting gang by arresting three persons and seizing 12 vehicles along with bunches of duplicate key from their possessions. The Lingaraj Police under the leadership of ASI Amarendra Swain started a probe after getting a written complaint from one Nihar Ranjan Nayak on January 30, 2025. In his…
Punjab: Punjab has cancelled the licenses of 40 travel agents, amid the growing controversy over the deportation of Indians who migrated illegally to the US. As per the Amritsar police, they acted upon a complaint against the travel agents operating in the city and more actions were expected in the coming days. Reports say almost…
Bhubaneswar: The State Vaccine Store of Odisha has made history by becoming the first in the country to receive the ISO 9001:2015 certification for quality management under the Universal Immunization Programme (UIP). This recognition highlights the State’s commitment to maintaining the highest standards in vaccine storage, cold chain management, and supply chain operations. The certification…
Bhubaneswar: The Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT) terminated the driver and guide of a Mo Bus which was involved in an accident that occurred at Mo Bus Master Canteen Depot in Bhubaneswar and left two persons injured. CRUT, which manages the Mo Bus services, shared a press release on its X handle wherein it said,…
Sambalpur: Police nabbed the mastermind fraud Finance company owner in the Rs 1200 crore fraud in Sambalpur. Police arrested the accused and court forwarded him today. The incident happened in Kuluthkani village under Dhanupali police limits in Sambalpur. The accused Santosh Acharya was arrested in relation to Rs 1200 crore fraud. The Dhanupala police arrested…
Bhubaneswar/Puri: Several Shiva shrines in Odisha have geared up for Maha Shivaratri 2025. The popular shrines will soon echo with Om Namah Shivay chants as the Maha Shivaratri is just a day ahead. In the preparatory meeting of Lingaraj temple, the time of raising the Mahadeepa atop the temple was fixed at 10.00 pm. Ahead…
