Sundargarh, (Newshub Desk) – A CRPF jawan sustained serious injuries in a powerful IED blast while participating in an anti-Maoist operation near the Banko stone quarry in Kuari hill region under K. Balang police limits on Saturday. The injured jawan, identified as Satyaban Singh, was on a combing mission when the explosive device detonated. Authorities…
Bhubaneswar, June 14, (Newshub Desk): Following the tragic Air India crash near Ahmedabad, which claimed over 270 lives, Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA) is tightening safety protocols to mitigate risks. Frequent bird strikes: BPIA records 3–4 bird hits monthly, mainly due to nearby water bodies, trees, and illegal meat shops attracting scavenger birds. Flight path…
Bhubaneswar, June 14, (Newshub Desk): The Odisha government has made Aadhaar compulsory for accessing major state-run services, aiming to improve transparency and streamline document processing. As per the directive issued by the Department of Revenue and Disaster Management, residents must provide their Aadhaar number to apply for essential documents such as caste certificates, income certificates,…
Bhubaneswar, June 14, (Newshub Desk) – Odisha is immersed in the joyous three-day celebration of Raja Festival, a tribute to womanhood, fertility, and the rhythms of Mother Earth. Rooted in tradition and cultural pride, the festival runs from June 14 to 16, marking both nature’s rejuvenation and the start of the agrarian season. The name “Raja”…
Ahmedabad, June 13, (Newshub Desk) – Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with the grieving family of former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, who lost his life in the Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner crash in Ahmedabad. The crash, which occurred minutes after takeoff on a scheduled flight to London, claimed the lives of all 242 passengers…
Cuttack,(Newshub Desk) —Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated the State-Level Women Empowerment Summit at Bali Jatra Ground, reinforcing the government’s commitment to gender-inclusive development. Addressing a gathering of thousands, CM Majhi emphasised that empowering women is central to Odisha’s future progress. “Until half of our state’s population progresses, the state itself can never truly develop,”…
(Newshub Desk)In a move aimed at improving the welfare and morale of Home Guards in Odisha, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has announced an increase in their daily duty call-up allowance. According to an official statement, the allowance has been raised from Rs 612 to Rs 623, effective retroactively from January 1, 2025. The decision…
Bhubaneswar, June 13, (Newshub Desk): The Odia film industry witnessed an unprecedented cinematic moment as Bou Buttu Bhuta, a comedy-horror film starring Babushaan Mohanty, premiered with a historic midnight screening on June 12, 2025. The event, held at Sriya Hall in Bhubaneswar, drew massive crowds, setting a new benchmark for film promotions in Odisha. Due…
Bhubaneswar, June 13, (Newshub Desk) – Odisha Chief Minister Shri Mohan Charan Majhi has approved a significant hike in allowances for Civil Defence Volunteers, reinforcing the state’s commitment to disaster preparedness and emergency response. Under the revised structure, the daily duty allowance has increased from Rs 31 to Rs 150, while the daily training allowance has…
(Newshub Desk)Odisha’s job crisis has hit a shocking new low as over 11,500 candidates have applied for just 240 home guard positions in Berhampur and Ganjam districts. The recruitment drive, meant for Class V pass holders, has attracted graduates, postgraduates, and even B. Tech and MBA degree holders. Authorities report receiving 7,500+ applications for 135…
