OCCL Organises Walkathon on Gandhi Jayanti

Bhubaneswar, 2 October 2026: On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, Odisha Construction Corporation Limited (OCCL) organised a Walkathon at Ekamra Kanan, Bhubaneswar, today with the message “Walk for a Better Tomorrow.” The initiative aimed to promote health, physical fitness, discipline and a sense of collective responsibility among employees and stakeholders. “Fit to Think, Fit to…

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Dalmia Bharat Foundation Strengthens Women’s Livelihood Opportunities with Tailoring Training Centre in Cuttack

Cuttack, September 30, 2026: Dalmia Bharat Foundation (DBF), the CSR arm of Dalmia Bharat Ltd., one of India’s leading cement companies, inaugurated a Tailoring Training Centre at Paria in Barchana Block, Jajapur, located near Dalmia Cement’s Cuttack plant- Kapilas Cement Works (KCW), Odisha as part of its ongoing Women Skilling and Livelihood Development Initiative. Tailoring…

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Odisha Ready to Lead India’s Tourism Growth: Dy CM Pravati Parida

Bhubaneswar, 1st October, 2026 : Deputy Chief Minister of Odisha Smt. Pravati Parida on Thursday officially announced the 7th edition of Odisha Travel Bazaar (OTB) 2026, which will be held from October 3 to 5 at Mayfair Sanctuary, Bhubaneswar. The announcement was made at a pre-event press conference held at Mayfair Lagoon. Organised by the…

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Durga Puja 2026: Dubai-Style Pandal to be big attraction at Bomikhal

Bhubaneswar, Oct 1: The capital city is gearing up for the grand Sharadiya festival, with artisans busy giving shape to colourful pandals and elaborate decorations across different parts of the city. Joining the celebrations is the Bomikhal Durga Puja Samiti, one of Bhubaneswar’s oldest puja committees, which is making elaborate preparations for its 63rd Durga…

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Padampur healthcare protest enters day 7 in Bargarh; women lock Sub-Collector’s office

Women in Padampur in Odisha’s Bargarhlocked the Sub-Collector’s office and halted its functioning, protesting the deteriorating healthcare services in the subdivision. The protest comes after allegations that the administration failed to take concrete action despite the ongoing hunger strike. The protest over healthcare-related demands entered its seventh day on Thursday, with the protesters continuing their…

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Orissa High Court Lawyers Abstain From Work over Judge Vacancies

Cuttack: The Orissa High Court Bar Association on Thursday resorted to an agitation over the shortage of judges in the High Court, with lawyers abstaining from judicial work to press for the early filling of vacant posts. Representatives of the High Court Bar Association are also scheduled to leave Cuttack for Bhubaneswar at 11 am…

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Special Darshan Facility for Elderly, Differently-Abled Devotees at Puri Srimandir

Puri: The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) is making special arrangements at the North Gate of Srimandir in Puri to facilitate hassle-free darshan for elderly and differently-abled devotees. As part of the initiative, construction of a ramp and railings from the North Gate Gumuta to the Kurma Bedha has already been completed. Specially trained volunteers…

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Vedanta Aluminium Commemorates Poshan Maah Through Nutrition-Focused Community Initiatives

Bhubaneswar; 28 th September 2026:Good nutrition is often the starting point for healthier families, stronger communities and brighter futures for children. Guided by this belief, Vedanta Aluminium, India's largest producer of aluminium, commemorated Rashtriya Poshan Maah through a series of nutrition-focused community initiatives across Jharsuguda, Lanjigada, BALCO and its mining regions. Reaching over 3,600 beneficiaries,…

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‘Khaja’ godown raided, sealed over food safety concerns in Puri

A khaja godown in Puri was raided again after a joint team of police and food safety officials conducted an inspection at the facility. According to reports, the raid was carried out at Kalikadevi Sahi near Kakudikhai Chhak.  Reportedly, during the inspection, the food safety team found concerns over the quality and hygiene of the…

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