Paradip Port Authority Marks International Day of Yoga with Unique Practice Session Aboard Coast Guard Vessel

Paradip :In a remarkable prelude to International Yoga Day 2025, the Paradip Port Authority (PPA) today organized a distinctive yoga practice session aboard Coast Guard vessel ICGS Vjaya in association with Art of Living, Paradip branch underscoring its commitment to health, wellness, and inter-agency cooperation. The event, held in the pristine waters off the coast…

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Odisha Vigilance Arrests Ex-Secretary for Embezzling Rs 19.80 Lakh in Crop Insurance Scam

Odisha Vigilance arrested Subal Kumar Sahu today for crop insurance embezzlement amounting to Rs 19,80,255. Sahu served as Ex-Secretary of Dahunda Service Co-operative Society under Bhogarai Block in Balasore district before authorities dismissed him from service. He faces charges of misappropriating government funds during the financial year 2014-15.Sahu manipulated official records and extended crop insurance…

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Two Critical After ‘108’ Ambulance Hits Roadside Tree In Dhenkanal

Dhenkanal: The driver and helper of a ‘108’ ambulance sustained serious injuries after the emergency vehicle hit a roadside tree near Mahisapat in Dhenkanal district.The ambulance was returning from Cuttack to its base after leaving a patient when it lost balance and hit a tree near Mahishapat on the outskirts of the town.The mishap left the…

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Firecracker ban imposed at Narendra Pond for Chandan Yatra in Puri; tight security measures in place

Puri, April 18: Firecrackers will not be allowed at Narendra Pushkarini (pond) during this year’s Chandan Yatra, with authorities imposing a complete ban on their use throughout the 21-day-long Bahara Chandan Yatra. Officials have warned that strict action will be taken against anyone found violating the directive.The decision comes ahead of the festival beginning on…

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Puri-Bangiriposi-Puri Super-Fast Express Now Runs With Modern LHB Coaches

Bhubaneswar: In a significant upgrade for commuters, the Puri-Bangiriposi-Puri Super-Fast Express has transitioned to modern Linke-Hofmann-Busch (LHB) coaches. The inaugural run with the new coaches commenced from Bangiriposi station on April 28. According to a release issued by the Railways authorities, the train’s regular service with LHB coaches will begin from Puri on April 29,…

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PPA Conducts Multi-Agency Coordination Mock Drill in Collaboration with NDRF

Paradeep : A Multi-Agency Coordination Mock Drill was conducted today, 17.03.2025, at 1100 hrs, at the Main Fire Station of Paradip Port, in collaboration with the 3rd Battalion, NDRF, Mundali. This drill holds significant importance in enhancing post-cyclone response capabilities and refining Team PPA’s preparedness for any eventuality. The exercise covered various emergency scenarios, including…

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