Odisha Cold Wave: Bhubaneswar 9.4°C, Cuttack Hits 40-Year Low
Odisha reels under severe cold wave. Bhubaneswar at 9.4°C, Cuttack records coldest night in 40 years at 8.6°C. IMD forecasts conditions to persist. Read for details and impact.
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4 Kerala cops suspended after VACB raid in bribery case
Vigilance raids Kuruppampady police station in Kochi over Rs 6 lakh bribe allegations to shield cyber fraud accused from Gujarat Police. Four personnel suspended. Read details.
BOSE Cuttack Tops Odisha Polytechnic Ranking 2023-24
Bhubanananda Orissa School of Engineering (BOSE), Cuttack, secured the top rank in Odisha's polytechnic ranking. The report, released by Minister Sampad Swain, assessed 109 institutes on 7 key parameters. Discover the full list and key findings.
Two Odisha tribal villages get 100% solar power
Olaba and Kandakela Devabhumi in Cuttack become Odisha's first fully solar-powered tribal villages. 80 households now have clean, reliable electricity, boosting education and livelihoods. Discover this green milestone!
Bomb Threat Emails Evacuate Odisha Courts, Search On
Court proceedings in Cuttack and Sambalpur were halted for hours after bomb threat emails. Evacuation protocols were activated, but no suspicious objects were found. Read the full story.
Bomb Threats to Odisha Courts, Security Enhanced
Security heightened at courts in Cuttack, Sambalpur, and Deogarh after anonymous bomb threats. Police investigation underway, CM Majhi urges seriousness. Read for details.
Two Kerala Police Officers Suspended in Separate Scandals
A Kalady police officer faces suspension for alleged drug trafficking links after a heroin seizure. Separately, a Palluruthy officer is suspended for alleged sexual misconduct during passport verification. Read for details.
Man arrested in Cuttack for accessing child abuse content
A 24-year-old man from Cuttack was arrested for storing child sexual abuse material. Police warn it's a serious crime. Read about the international collaboration that led to his arrest.
Odisha Bans Night Construction to Fight Air Pollution
Odisha govt bans construction from 6 PM to 10 AM & halts all demolition in Bhubaneswar & Cuttack to control dust pollution. Strict penalties for violations. Read more.
Odisha's Final BCPPER Plan for Bhubaneswar-Cuttack-Puri-Paradip Soon
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.
Cop on remand as 2022 wife death case reopened after second murder
Suspended constable Deepak Kumar Rout, arrested for murdering his second wife, now faces interrogation over the 2022 suspicious death of his first wife. Both women had Rs 1 crore insurance policies. Read the full investigation details.
Saras Mela in Patna ends, generates Rs 28.52 crore
Patna's Saras Mela concluded after 24 days, drawing 18 lakh visitors and generating over Rs 28.52 crore for rural artisans. The event was extended due to massive public demand.
Cuttack Police Inspector Held for Bribery, Rs 5 Lakh Found
Odisha Vigilance arrested CRRI police station IIC Bijay Kumar Barik for taking a Rs 40,000 bribe from a liquor trader. Rs 5 lakh unaccounted cash & jewellery seized. Read details.
HC: Teachers' non-academic duties violate Right to Education Act
Orissa High Court directs state to explain teacher deployment for CRCC roles, stressing it hampers students' right to education. Next hearing on Jan 13.
Vidarbha to Get 4 Umed Malls for Rural Women SHGs
Maharashtra govt approves 13 Umed Malls statewide, with 4 in Vidarbha, to provide permanent market access for women self-help groups. A Rs 20 crore initiative set to benefit 60 lakh families.
VB-G RAM G Replaces MGNREGA: AP Faces ₹3,470 Cr Burden
The new VB-G RAM G Act replaces MGNREGA, shifting from a legal right to work to a budget-driven scheme. For Andhra Pradesh, this could mean a wage burden of ₹3,470 crore and risks for vulnerable workers. Experts call for a state review.
Two New BSRB Branches Approved for Bihar's Supaul & Madhubani
Bihar Finance Minister Bijendra Yadav approves two new BSRB branches in Parsarma and Laukaha to boost rural banking and financial inclusion. Details inside.
Three held for Cuttack double murder near Nirgundi station
Tangi police arrest three men for the brutal murder of Mohammed Shoaib and Prasanta Jena near Nirgundi railway station. The victims were allegedly lynched by a garage owner and workers. Read the full investigation details.
Kochi: 8 drug cases, 116 drunk driving cases on NYE
Ernakulam Rural Police's special drive on New Year's Eve led to 8 narcotics cases & 116 for drunk driving. 1200 officers ensured peaceful celebrations. Read the full report.
Two men lynched in Cuttack garage over theft suspicion
Two young men were brutally killed by garage workers in Tangi, Cuttack, on Wednesday. Police have detained suspects and are investigating the alleged theft and mob justice. Read for details.
Beed Leads Maharashtra in Rural Housing Scheme Success
Beed district in Maharashtra has become the state's top performer in rural housing schemes, with over 50,000 families moving into new homes. Discover how mission-mode execution overcame key challenges.
Road Safety Audit Ordered for Bhubaneswar's Janpath-Cuttack Flyover
Odisha govt directs immediate road safety audit of Janpath-Cuttack Road flyover near Kharavel Nagar mall. Audit to focus on pedestrian safety, especially for visually impaired. Read details.
Cuttack Chandi Temple's Ratna Muda on Jan 5
The grand new Cuttack Chandi Temple is nearing completion. The crucial Ratna Muda ritual is scheduled for January 5, with the entire Rs 70-crore project set to finish by Odia New Year. Discover the details.
New Rural Jobs Act Replaces MGNREGA, Sparks Concerns
India's new VB-GRAM G Act replaces the landmark MGNREGA, shifting from a rights-based job guarantee to a centrally allocated scheme. Experts warn this could depress rural wages and slow economic revival. Read the full analysis.
MGNREGA Averages 48 Work Days, Far Below 125-Day Promise
Government data shows MGNREGA provided an average of just 48 days of work per household over five years, far short of the promised 125 days. Explore the reasons and implications for rural employment.
Odisha fast-tracks Bhubaneswar-Cuttack-Puri-Paradip economic hub
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.
Two Hubballi Cops Suspended for Duty Dereliction
Dharwad SP Gunjan Arya suspends constables Sangamesh Sagar and Chandrakant Rathod for negligence in the Manya honour killing case. An inquiry is pending.
Saras Mela in Kanpur from January 4 to 6
Kanpur's Saras Mela, from Jan 4-6 at Moti Jheel Lawn, will showcase self-help groups' products. The fair aims to boost rural marketing and women's economic empowerment. Read details.
BAMCEF National Conference in Cuttack Hits Roadblock
The 42nd BAMCEF national conference in Cuttack faces cancellation after permission withdrawal. Organizers cry conspiracy, seek Naveen Patnaik's intervention. Details inside.
Odisha CM Reviews SCB Hospital Redevelopment & 17-Floor Parking
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi reviewed plans to transform SCB Medical College into a world-class institution, including a 17-floor parking complex and new hostels. Details inside.
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