Ethics panel report on Mahua Moitra listed for today but not tabled in LS yet

New Delhi, 4/12: Several opposition MPs expressed surprise as the report of the Lok Sabha Ethics Committee recommending the expulsion of Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra in a ‘cash-for-query’ case was not tabled in the House though it was listed on Monday’s agenda. The report was listed for presentation after the Question Hour. But it…

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Rhea Singha Crowned Miss Universe India 2024

New Delhi: Rhea Singha from Gujarat has been crowned Miss Universe India 2024 and will represent India at the global Miss Universe 2024 pageant. Competing with 51 other talented contestants, Riya triumphed in the grand finale in Jaipur, Rajasthan, on Sunday.Riya expressed her profound gratitude upon securing the Miss Universe India 2024 crown. She mentioned how…

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Odisha Opens Rice ATM in Dhenkanal With 24×7 Service

A Rice ATM has been inaugurated in Dhenkanal district, becoming the latest addition to Odisha’s innovative food security initiative.The facility was formally opened by the Supply Minister, Krushna Chandra Patra, marking the state’s second such installation after Bhubaneswar and Jharsuguda.The Rice ATM will provide 24‑hour service to beneficiaries, who can withdraw their entitled rice using…

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JSPL Foundation launches ‘Jindal SwayamSampanna Nari’ for Skill Development & Education of Women and Girls

Bhubaneswar, 7/3: On the occasion of International Women’s Day, JSPL Foundation, the CSR arm of Jindal Steel & Power launched a special programme ‘Jindal SwayamSampanna Nari’ on Women’s Skill & Education in Odisha & Chhattisgarh.   Under this programme, underprivileged girls and women can avail of financial assistance towards the course fee for pursuing vocational…

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Chair Car Coach to be Augmented in Puri–Bangiriposi Express for One Month

Bhubaneswar, May 30, 2025: In response to increasing passenger demand and to enhance travel comfort, Indian Railways has announced the temporary augmentation of one Second Class Chair Car Coach in the 12892/12891 Puri–Bangiriposi–Puri Express. Starting June 1, 2025, the train will operate from Puri with 15 coaches—an increase from the existing 14—until June 30, 2025….

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February 8 will be a red letter day in the history of India, says Pinarayi Vijayan

Thiruvananthapuram, 8/2: A democracy envisaged as a union of states is being “crippled” by the Centre’s “undemocratic Union over States” mentality, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said in New Delhi on Thursday, as he led a protest against the Centre’s alleged neglect towards the southern state on finaSpearheading the ruling Left’s protest, Vijayan criticised the…

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Our goal is to make Odisha prosperous state by 2036: CM Mohan Charan Majhi

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi stated that his goal is to make Odisha prosperous by 2036 and a “growth engine of India by 2047.”He emphasized that the state government is fully committed to achieving these objectives.Majhi stated, “You must be aware that our goal is to make Odisha a prosperous state by 2036 and…

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Mahanadi water dispute: Chhattisgarh CM responds to Odisha’s call for amicable settlement

Bhubaneswar: In a significant development over the long-standing Mahanadi water sharing dispute, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai has assured his Odisha counterpart that the proposal for an amicable resolution is under consideration.Responding to a letter sent by Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on July 25, Sai stated that he has received the proposal and…

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