Cuttack, Odisha – In a heartbreaking incident near Jobra Anicut, two young individuals, Sai Behera and Pinkun Jena, lost their lives while bathing in the Mahanadi River. Despite desperate efforts, they drowned as rescue operations faced delays. A third person was rescued and taken to safety. This tragedy highlights recurring concerns about the dangers of…
In a groundbreaking initiative, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi unveiled the Public Works Department’s “Project Monitoring Dashboard” on Wednesday. This cutting-edge tool is designed to oversee infrastructure projects across the state in real-time, ensuring greater accuracy and transparency. This dashboard will serve as a pivotal mechanism to monitor progress, address issues promptly, and deliver…
The Odisha Cabinet has officially approved the continuation of the Emergency Medical Ambulance Services (EMAS) for the period from 2023–24 to 2027–28. This decision reaffirms the government’s commitment to ensuring accessible and efficient medical transportation for citizens across the state. With this move, Odisha aims to further strengthen its healthcare delivery system, especially in rural…
Berhampur, April 2025: As temperatures continue to rise across Southern Odisha, TP Southern Odisha Distribution Limited (TPSODL) has issued a comprehensive Summer Safety Advisory to help citizens safeguard themselves from heat-related illnesses and potential electrical hazards. The region is currently witnessing intense summer conditions, making it imperative for individuals and families to remain vigilant, adopt…
n a significant move to enhance judicial access and efficiency, the Odisha government has established three new Civil Judge Courts (Junior Division) in Baliapal, Lefripada, and Rengali. Approved by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi in consultation with the Odisha High Court, this decision aims to address the growing judicial demands in these regions and reduce…
Tragedy struck the serene Baisaran Valley in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, when a sudden terror attack claimed the lives of at least 20 people, including Prashanta Satapathy, an Odia tourist from Balasore, Odisha. The attackers, reportedly disguised as policemen, opened fire on unsuspecting tourists in what has been described as one of the deadliest assaults…
Bhubaneswar, April 22, 2025 – In a heartfelt tribute to Pope Francis, the Odisha Government has declared a three-day state mourning following the revered leader’s passing on April 21, 2025. The Government of India has also announced two days of national mourning, with an additional day on the Pope’s funeral. As per official directives, the…
In a significant bureaucratic development, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the empanelment of Satyabrata Sahu, a 1991-batch IAS officer from Odisha, for a Secretary-equivalent post at the Centre. This announcement, made on April 21, 2025, also includes two other senior IAS officers—Shridhar Mishra (1991 batch) and Keshav Kumar Pathak (1990 batch)—marking…
Kandhamal, Odisha – April 22, 2025 Odisha’s Special Task Force (STF) intensified its fight against illegal wildlife trafficking with a successful raid along the Phubani-Baliguda road in Kandhamal district. Acting on intelligence, officials arrested two suspects, Pradip Mallick (35) and Gutusha Pradhan (56), both residents of Budruma, Kandhamal. The raid, conducted on April 21, resulted…
Bhubaneswar, April 22, 2025—A tragic accident near Joda in Keonjhar district claimed three lives on Monday night, leaving the local community in mourning. Expressing profound sorrow, Odisha’s Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced a financial aid of ₹4 lakh per deceased from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund (CMRF). His statement, shared via the official CMO…
