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Libraries for All: Bhubaneswar Blocks Set for Knowledge Makeover

Bhubaneswar, June 19(Newshub Desk): In a groundbreaking move to strengthen Odisha’s knowledge infrastructure, Bhubaneswar MP Aparajita Sarangi has announced that every block under her parliamentary constituency will soon house a modern library. The initiative, launched under the Member of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS), is backed by a Rs 53 lakh budget. These state-of-the-art…

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School holiday in Bhubaneswar and Cuttack on June 20

School Holiday Declared in Bhubaneswar & Cuttack on June 20 for PM Modi’s Visit

June 18, (Newshub Desk)All schools—government, aided, and private—within the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) and Cuttack Municipal Corporation (CMC) limits will remain closed on June 20, 2025, the School and Mass Education Department announced on Wednesday. The special holiday comes in anticipation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Odisha for the celebration marking one year…

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CMC seals illegal water supplier

CMC Seals Cuttack Water Company for Illegal Supply of Unfiltered Drinking Water

Cuttack, June 18(Newshub Desk): In a decisive move aimed at safeguarding public health, the Cuttack Municipal Corporation (CMC) on Tuesday sealed a private water distribution unit in Sankarpur Das Sahi for allegedly selling unfiltered drinking water. Acting on public complaints, the CMC Health Department launched a surprise inspection of the facility. During the raid, officials…

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Raja Festival Nandankanan closure

Botanical Garden, Zoo Closed June 17 Amid Record Footfall

Bhubaneswar(Newshub Desk): Following an overwhelming surge of visitors during the Raja Festival, the Nandankanan Zoological Park and the adjoining State Botanical Garden have been closed today, June 17, to facilitate essential maintenance and provide relief to staff. The park, which typically observes a weekly closure on Mondays, remained open on June 16 to accommodate festivalgoers…

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Kalyan Jewellers inaugurated its revamped showroom in Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Offers luxurious shopping experience in world-class ambience Bhubaneswar: Kalyan Jewellers, one of India’s most trusted and leading jewellery brands, today launched its redesigned showroom at Bhubaneswar in Odisha. The showroom features an extensive range of designs from various collections of Kalyan Jewellers. Patrons can expect state-of-the-art facilities with world-class ambiance, providing an unparalleled shopping experience….

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Raja Festival Odisha 2025

Raja Festival Odisha 2025: Free Museum Entry, Celebrations, & Cultural Festivities!

Bhubaneswar, June 14(Newshub Desk) – The much-anticipated Pahili Raja festival has arrived, filling the air with excitement as markets across the city bustle with shoppers. Despite the rain, the celebratory spirit remains strong, with women adorning Mehendi, purchasing traditional attire, and indulging in festive delicacies. The Odisha State Museum has announced free entry for three…

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NPCI and IDRBT Sign MoU to Jointly Advance Payment Security and Cyber Resilience

Mumbai: National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) and The Institute for Development and Research in Banking Technology (IDRBT) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on initiatives that aim to strengthen the cyber security and resiliency across India’s digital payment ecosystem. As part of the agreement, the two organisations will jointly conduct targeted…

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Odisha Women Empowerment Summit 2025

Odisha CM Majhi Inaugurates Women Empowerment Summit in Cuttack

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,”…

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Bhubaneswar-Abu Dhabi flight

Odisha Takes Flight: CM Majhi Inaugurates Bhubaneswar-Abu Dhabi Route

Bhubaneswar, June 12,(Newshub Desk) – In a major boost to Odisha’s aviation sector, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi today inaugurated the first direct international flight from Bhubaneswar to Abu Dhabi. Operated by IndiGo, the service took off from Biju Patnaik International Airport at 9:35 AM under the B-MAAN scheme. The flight, scheduled thrice weekly on Tuesdays,…

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