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.
Tamil Nadu's School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi warns of strict action against schools holding special classes during holidays. He also announces plans for CCTV in private schools and addresses employee demands. Read for details.
Odisha's Tribal Advisory Council, chaired by CM Mohan Majhi, recommends boosting eco-tourism, homestays, and tribal development. Key decisions on PESA rules, education, and community inclusion.
A proposal to merge 79 low-enrolment government primary schools with Karnataka Public Schools in Chamarajanagar district faces backlash. Activists allege a covert shutdown, while officials cite demand for English-medium education. Read the full story.
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.
Educational institutions across Punjab and Haryana embraced the festive spirit, organizing vibrant Christmas celebrations filled with carols, plays, and messages of peace and harmony. Read more about the joyous events.
UNESCO's 2025 report lauds Odisha's mother tongue-based multilingual education for tribal students as a national model, showing improved learning outcomes. Discover how the state's pioneering approach works.
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.
CBSE announces a free orientation programme for its Hub and Spoke School Model in Jaipur on December 26, 2025. Aimed at school leaders and counsellors, it focuses on collaborative learning and student wellness. Register now!
Kerala Education Minister V Sivankutty warns strict action against private schools blocking Christmas celebrations, upholding the state's secular ethos. Read more.
Pune gears up for a major healthcare overhaul in 2026 with 60 Model PHCs, expanded cancer facilities at Sassoon, and new private hospitals. Discover the city's public-private health push.
Bihar Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary stresses PPP model for speedy project completion with low govt investment. Highlights success in roads, energy & waste management.
Mumbai police detained several activists, including a former MP, during a protest against the closure and redevelopment of BMC-run Marathi-medium schools. Read the full story on the civic body's response and the model code of conduct hurdle.
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.
Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar schools evacuated after bomb threat emails, causing traffic snarls and parental panic. Read the full details and eyewitness accounts.
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced a Rs 3,200 crore budget allocation for primary education, emphasizing NEP-2020 implementation and quality learning. Discover the state's roadmap for Viksit Odisha 2036.
Odisha government identifies 50 century-old Odia-medium schools for conservation and modernisation under the Aitihya Vidyalaya scheme with a ₹60 crore budget. Read more.
Odisha sees a sharp rise in unrecognised private schools from 428 to over 1,200. Nationwide, 19,518 such schools operate, flouting RTE norms and depriving students of benefits. Read the full report.
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi launches the Pharmaceutical and Medical Devices Policy 2025, aiming to attract investments and create jobs. The state announces two dedicated industrial parks. Read more.
DMET Odisha announces revised schedule for NEET PG 2025 Round 2 counselling. Choice filling from Dec 18-20. Check eligibility, key dates, and reporting details here.
Severe cold wave grips Odisha with G Udayagiri recording 4.4°C. IMD warns of continued low temperatures for next 4-5 days. Read for details on affected districts and forecasts.
BSE Odisha has announced the Class 10 exam schedule for 2026. Check dates, download the timetable from bseodisha.ac.in, and prepare for exams starting February 19.
Odisha's new Pharma & Medtech Policy 2025 aims to make the state a strategic hub for healthcare manufacturing. The policy includes plans for dedicated industrial parks and a roadmap aligned with India's 2047 vision. Read more.
Bhavitha Mandava, a 25-year-old from Hyderabad, became the first Indian model to open Chanel's prestigious Metiers d'Art show. Discover her incredible journey from NY subway to global runway.
Hyderabad's Bhavitha Mandava creates history by opening Chanel's Métiers d'art 2025-26 show in New York. Discover her journey from architect to fashion icon.
Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad has published the 2026 model question papers for Class 10 and 12. Download PDFs to understand the new exam format, including OMR-based MCQs for Class 10. Start your preparation now!
Odisha Police enhance night security with checkpoints from 1 AM to 5 AM to protect women workers and tourists. New law allows women's night shifts. Read details.
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi announces a committee headed by ex-IAS Ashok Tripathy to review long-pending demands of teaching & non-teaching staff. Report due in 6 months.