Santoshi Deo from Keonjhar overcame child marriage and domestic violence to become Odisha's first woman auto-rickshaw driver and truck operator, now running her own transport business with state support.
Raja Ali, a migrant worker from Goghat, was brutally assaulted and robbed in Odisha for speaking Bengali. He was forced to chant religious slogans and lost eight months' earnings. Read the shocking details.
Chandigarh's Open House highlights urgent measures to prevent crimes involving domestic workers and ensure senior citizen safety. Experts call for police verification and community vigilance.
Delhi Police arrest two more individuals in connection with the Turkman Gate violence case. The total number of arrests now stands at 11. Details on the ongoing investigation and charges.
A 30-year-old woman in Ahmedabad has filed a police complaint alleging years of domestic violence and harassment by her husband and in-laws. Read her harrowing story and the legal action taken.
Odisha govt simplifies apartment registration by fixing stamp duty at Rs 50,000 for common areas, ending a long deadlock. This move will unlock thousands of pending property deals and empower resident associations.
A Ludhiana court sentenced six men to seven years of rigorous imprisonment for attempting to murder a man. The attack was linked to dowry and domestic violence cases filed by the victim's daughter. Read the full story.
Odisha government approves 7 major industrial projects worth Rs 55,783 crore, set to create over 14,500 jobs. Key investments in steel, semiconductors, and rare earths. Discover the details.
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi launches Godabarish Mishra Adarsh Primary School scheme, laying foundation for 118 schools. A Rs 12,000 crore initiative aims to build 2,200 model primary schools. Read more.
A police constable in Keonjhar faces serious allegations from his wife, including forced abortions, assault, and threats. She claims police are favoring him. Read the full story for details.
Odisha government finalizes the Bhubaneswar-Cuttack-Puri-Paradip Economic Region (BCPPER) plan, a key pillar for Viksit Odisha 2036. The corridor aims to boost the state's economy to $1.5 trillion by 2047. Read more.
Odisha government greenlights 55 new hotel & resort projects worth Rs 3,211 crore since July 2024, adding 3,800+ rooms. Major brands like Hyatt & Marriott to expand in Bhubaneswar, Puri & tribal areas.
BCCI introduces neutral umpires, points system revamp & video analysts for Ranji Trophy 2024-25 to elevate domestic cricket standards. Discover the full plan here.
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi intervenes, asks OPSC to fill 151 additional vacancies in state civil services for 2025 exam after job aspirants' resentment. Details inside.
Mohali police crack murder of ex-Punjab AAG's wife, Ashok Goyal. Domestic help of 8 years, Neeraj, orchestrated robbery & strangulation. 40 tolas gold, Rs 8.5 lakh stolen. Read details.
A 33-year-old woman, Pushpa Dharwar, was beaten to death by her husband in Sundargarh's Khuntijhari village following a domestic argument. Police have arrested the accused, Makunda Dharwar (38).
Delhi, led by Rishabh Pant, suffered a crushing 9-wicket defeat to Odisha in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Pant's early dismissal set the tone for a disappointing batting collapse. Read the full match report.
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi's 2025 focused on jobs, ports & Rs 16 lakh crore investments. See how his admin balanced ambition with course-correction. Read the full analysis.
A domestic dispute turned fatal in Hisar's Bhatla village as Rakesh (30) allegedly killed wife Seema (28) before hanging himself. The couple, married since 2019, leaves behind two daughters. Police investigation ongoing.
A five-year-old boy is recovering after his parents allegedly poisoned him and themselves in Deogarh forest. The child spent a night alone before being rescued. Police investigation ongoing.
Odisha's Mukhyamantri Bus Seva Yojana offers free bus travel to 15 lakh school students from April 2025. Learn about eligibility, application, and benefits.
A 20-year-old mason from Murshidabad was killed in Sambalpur. Family says mob targeted him as a 'Bangladeshi', police cite monetary dispute. Two others critically injured.
Odisha's Baraputra Aitihya Gram Yojana will develop 25 birthplaces of freedom fighters & reformers into heritage museums with a ₹345 crore budget, boosting cultural tourism & local livelihoods.
Odisha's Deputy CM Pravati Parida virtually inaugurated 491 new Anganwadi centres, a key step in the state's mission to empower women and children. Discover the government's vision for a robust early childhood ecosystem.
Odisha govt rolls out new policies to accelerate the Bhubaneswar–Cuttack–Puri–Paradip Economic Region (BCPPER), projected to contribute 33% of state GSDP by 2047. Read details on the mega development plan.
Odisha police credit a 10% higher reward payout for the mass surrender of 22 Maoists. The state's revised rehabilitation package now exceeds Chhattisgarh's, offering up to Rs 1.2 crore for top leaders.
Odisha government orders special audit into forest department's purchase of 51 Thar SUVs after allegations of procurement above market rates. Total cost exceeds Rs 12 crore. Details inside.
Odisha government issues notifications for major urban expansion, upgrading 5 NACs to municipalities and creating 24 new NACs across 13 districts to boost governance and civic amenities.
Saudi Arabia mandates all employers to pay domestic workers via official channels from Jan 1, 2026, ensuring transparency and timely payments. Learn how this protects workers' rights.
Facing public criticism, BJP MLAs in Odisha have urged CM Mohan Charan Majhi to reconsider a proposed three-fold salary hike. The move, passed on Dec 9, would make Odisha MLAs the highest-paid in India. Read more.