Baripada, May 23, ( Newshub Desk)In a significant crackdown on corruption, the Odisha Vigilance Department arrested Gopal Krushna Pradhan, a senior clerk at the Establishment Section of the Baripada Municipal Council, for allegedly accepting a ₹10,000 bribe. The complainant, Md. Javeer had been facing delays for two years in transferring ownership of two municipal shops…
Bhubaneswar ( Newshub Desk): In a significant move to uphold religious traditions, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has approved the rescheduling of the Savitri Amavasya holiday from May 27 to May 26. The decision follows consultations with religious institutions such as Puri Mukti Mandap and traditional calendar organisations. Initially set for May 27, the…
Bhubaneswar, May 22, ( Newshub Desk) – In a strategic move to reinforce party discipline and governance, the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has constituted a State-Level Disciplinary Action Committee. The seven-member panel, headed by senior leader Debi Prasad Mishra, is expected to streamline internal affairs and restore confidence among party workers and supporters. The formation of…
Bhubaneswar ( Newshub Desk): Following the confirmation of the first COVID-19 case in the capital city, the Odisha Health and Family Welfare Department has reassured residents that the situation remains under control, urging people not to panic. Speaking to the press, Health Commissioner Ashwathi S. emphasised that while the case is confirmed, it does not…
Kalinganagar, Jajpur( Newshub Desk) – In a historic move toward industrial expansion, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated four major projects and laid the foundation for 20 new ventures in Kalinganagar, Jajpur. With a combined investment of ₹1,15,000 crore, the projects are expected to generate around 36,000 jobs, marking a new era of economic…
( Newshub Desk)Odisha continues to play a crucial role in shaping India’s forest and ecological landscape, contributing significantly to the country’s conservation efforts. The state, known for its rich biodiversity and extensive forest cover, has been instrumental in maintaining ecological balance and promoting sustainability. Speaking on the subject, environmentalist Singhkhuntia highlighted Odisha’s efforts in forest…
( Newshub Desk) Odisha’s Cyber Crime Unit has successfully apprehended a suspect in a high-profile digital fraud case involving a staggering sum of Rs.73.62 lakh. The arrest was made following an extensive investigation into fraudulent online transactions that had duped multiple victims. Authorities revealed that the accused had been operating through sophisticated online schemes, using…
Bhubaneswar, May 21,( Newshub Desk) – The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has formally appealed to the Governor of Odisha to ensure the implementation of a 27% reservation for Other Backwards Classes (OBC) students in all educational institutions across the state. The party’s leaders emphasised the importance of equitable access to education, stating that the move will…
Bhubaneswar, Odisha – May 21, 2025 ( Newshub Desk): Odisha Chief Minister [Name] has directed government officials to extend the Mukhyamantri Kanya Vivah Yojana to widowed girls, ensuring financial assistance and social support. The scheme, originally designed to help economically disadvantaged unmarried girls with marriage expenses, will now include widowed girls facing financial hardship. This…
Bhubaneswar, May 21, 2025 ( Newshub Desk)– The Odisha State Election Commission (SEC) has postponed the upcoming Panchayat by-elections, originally scheduled for June 23, due to the early onset of the monsoon. The decision was made after receiving feedback from district officials and candidates, who expressed concerns about heavy rainfall and thunderstorms disrupting the electoral…
