Bhubaneswar: Odisha Vigilance on Saturday apprehended Madan Mohan Pradhan, Assistant Sub-Inspector of Police at Lahunipada Police Station in Sundargarh district, along with his associate Mandeep Kumar Dasmodak, a private individual, while they were allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 20,000.The duo was caught red-handed while taking the bribe from an eatery owner. According…
Bhubaneswar: The state government Saturday announced a monthly incentive of Rs 20,000 for postgraduate-qualified dentists serving under the Odisha Medical Services (Dental) Cadre, an official notification said.The incentive, effective from August 29, will be available to dental surgeons working under the Health and Family Welfare Department who hold postgraduate qualifications from medical colleges recognised by…
A solemn condolence ceremony was held at Kusunpur, the ancestral village of the Beura family in Kendrapara district, in memory of Late Smt. Rina Beura, wife of Dr. Prasanna Kumar Beura, Public Relations Officer, IFFCO Paradeep and Trustee of Mahapurusha Achyutananda Temple. Known for her kindness, humility, compassion and devotion to Lord Jagannath…
BARAGADA — The Baragada Citizens’ Forum organised a significant and peaceful rally on Saturday, emphasising the urgent need for decisive action to combat drug trafficking and restore law and order throughout the district. Beginning near the iconic Baragada tall building, the procession proceeded through the city to the offices of the Superintendent of Police and…
This year, National Sports Day is being celebrated in Subarnapur district, commemorating the birth anniversary of the great hockey player Major Dhyan Chand. On this occasion, various sports-related programs are being organized in Subarnapur district from August 28 to 30. On the second day of National Sports Day, dated 29.08.2026, “Ek Ghanta Khel Ke Maidan…
Dhenkanal: A woman was allegedly beaten to death and buried inside a septic tank by her husband in Odisha’s Dhenkanal district after she refused to hand over money received under the Subhadra Yojana for buying alcohol, sources said.The incident took place late Friday night at Juang Sahi in Indipur under the Sadar police limits. The…
Concerns over food safety have resurfaced in Bhubaneswar after a customer alleged that adulterated paneer was supplied through Zomato.The complaint comes after offline sales of adulterated paneer were curbed, raising fears that such practices are now shifting to online platforms.According to reports, a customer ordered paneer from Rolls World restaurant in Chandrasekharpur via Zomato. After…
Kataka: The Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha, has extended the last date for online applications for Fresh, Renewal, and RUFO (Recognition Until Further Order) recognition.According to a release issued by the Board on August 28, the original deadline was August 30, 2026.In view of various requests received for an extension, the Board has now…
Sambalpur: A meat shop owner was shot dead over past enmity near Kibra Chhak under Burla police station limits on Saturday.According to sources, the deceased has been identified as Md Anish.Preliminary investigation has revealed that the reason behind the firing incident is allegedly due to a personal dispute and longstanding enmity between the deceased and…
A massive fire broke out at a car service centre near the bus terminal in Haldipadar in Odisha’s Berhampur in Ganjam district on Saturday. The fire reportedly caused extensive damage to vehicles and other materials on the premises.Upon receiving the information, fire services team rushed to the spot to control the blaze and prevent it…
