Ama Bus Shuttle Service Steps In as Online Cab Strike Hits Bhubaneswar

With online cab services like Ola, Uber, and Rapido remaining suspended for the second consecutive day, the Comprehensive Region Urban Transport (CRUT) has launched the Ama Bus Shuttle Service to ease commuter woes across the capital. The service connects Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar Railway Station, and Baramunda (BSABT) Bus Stand, ensuring passengers can travel…

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Odisha CM reviews Traffic Decongestion Plan for twin cities

During a review meeting on the Traffic Decongestion Plan for the twin cities of Bhubaneswar and Cuttack, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi emphasised the need to develop the connecting roads between the twin cities, along with their surrounding areas, in a cleaner, more organised and aesthetically appealing manner. Bhubaneswar: During a review meeting on the…

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Flood, incessant rain force closure of schools, Anganwadi centres in these Odisha districts

Bhubaneswar/Bhadrak: In view of the prevailing flood situation and incessant rainfall, the Bhadrak district administration has ordered the closure of Anganwadi centres across six blocks on August 19 as a precautionary measure. According to an official order, Anganwadi centres in Tihidi, Bhandaripokhari, Chandbali, Basudevpur, Dhamnagar and Bhadrak blocks will remain closed on Wednesday. The decision has been taken keeping…

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Former Lanjigarh MLA Sibaji Majhi passes away

Former Lanjigarh MLA Sibaji Majhi died at his native village Danarguda in the Bijepur area late Tuesday night. He was undergoing treatment for chest pain. Majhi was initially admitted to a hospital in Bhawanipatna after complaining of chest pain and was later shifted to a private hospital in Bhubaneswar. After receiving treatment, he was discharged…

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Paradip Port Charts a Bold Roadmap to Become a Global “Port of the Millennium”

PARADIP, : The 80th Independence Day was celebrated at Paradip Port Authority (PPA) with patriotic fervour, flag hoisting and a series of cultural and sporting programmes. Shri P. L. Haranadh, Chairman, Paradip Port Authority, hoisted the National Flag at Gopabandhu Stadium in the presence of officers, employees, CISF personnel, trade union representatives, media, government organisations,…

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80th Independence Day Celebrated at KIIT and KISS

Bhubaneswar, 15th Aug: The 80th Independence Day was celebrated on Saturday across various campuses of KIIT-DU and at KISS with patriotic fervour and enthusiasm. At KISS, eminent Kannada journalist and Editor-in-Chief of the Kannada daily Vishwavani, Vishweshwar Bhat, attended the Independence Day celebration as the chief guest. He hoisted the National Flag and addressed the students….

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TPCODL Celebrates 80th Independence Day; Felicitates ‘Solar Warriors’ for Advancing Green Energy

Bhubaneswar, August 15, 2026: TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL), a joint venture of Tata Power and the Government of Odisha, celebrated the 80th Independence Day with patriotic fervour and enthusiasm at its Corporate Office premises in Bhubaneswar. Shri Gajanan S. Kale, Chief – Odisha Distribution Business and CEO, TPCODL, graced the occasion as the…

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OPGC Ltd. Celebrates 80th Independence Day with Patriotic Fervour

IB Thermal: Odisha Power Generation Corporation Ltd. (OPGC) celebrated the 80th Independence Day with patriotic fervour and enthusiasm at IB Thermal Power Station. Director (Operations) Sri Anjana Ranjan Dash unfurled the National Flag and took salute of the parade. In his speech, Director Sri Dash reflected on the recent achievements of OPGC and development of future expansion project. The…

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RAYAGADA DIVISION CELEBRATED 80TH INDEPENDENCE DAY:

Rayagada, 15 August 2026: Rayagada Division, East Coast Railway, celebrated the 80th Independence Day with patriotic fervour at the Railway Playground. Divisional Railway Manager Shri Amitabh Singhal unfurled the National Flag and reviewed the parade, with contingents of RPF, Bharat Scouts & Guides and NCC Cadets of Central School taking part. Extending greetings to railway…

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A Celebration of Freedom, Pride and Unity at NTPC Kaniha

Kaniha ;NTPC Talcher-Kaniha celebrated the 80th Independence Day with patriotic fervour, enthusiasm and a strong spirit of unity. The celebrations commenced at the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Stadium with a soulful rendition of Vande Mataram, commemorating 150 years of the iconic national song and honouring its enduring legacy in India’s journey of national pride. The celebrations continued with…

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