Keonjhar: Rs 2 Crore Ganja Plants Destroyed in Raids
Forest officials in Keonjhar destroy over 17,000 illegal cannabis plants in major anti-drug operations. Tribal leader warns of mafia exploitation. Read the full story.
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Odisha Approves 55 New Hotel Projects Worth Rs 3,211 Cr
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.
Odisha CM Adds 151 Posts to OPSC 2025 Exam After Protest
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.
IGI Airport Police arrest 130+ in major visa fraud crackdown
Delhi Police's IGI Airport unit arrested over 130 people in 2025 for visa and passport fraud. The crackdown involved financial probes, frozen accounts, and a focus on illegal immigration networks. Read the full report.
Odisha to Use GPS Geofencing for Vehicle Pollution Checks
Odisha transport dept rolls out AI-powered geofencing for emission centres to ensure physical checks, stopping fake PUCCs. 42 centres already penalised. Read more.
Survey: 22% Immigrants Know Someone Arrested Under Trump
A 2025 KFF survey shows rising fear among immigrants in the US, with 41% worried about detention. H-1B fee hikes and policy changes hit Indian professionals hard. Read key findings.
Majhi's 2025: Jobs, Ports & Rs 16 Lakh Cr for Odisha
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.
Nepal cracks down on Chinese brokers in bride matchmaking
Nepal authorities intensify action against illegal cross-border bride matchmaking after discovering Nepali women with Chinese nationals in Kathmandu. Read the full report.
7 Nigerians detained in Delhi for overstaying visas
Delhi Police detained seven Nigerian nationals in Uttam Nagar for violating immigration norms. The crackdown targeted illegal immigrants and drug traffickers. Read the full details.
Odisha Govt Announces Free Bus Travel for School Students
Odisha's Mukhyamantri Bus Seva Yojana offers free bus travel to 15 lakh school students from April 2025. Learn about eligibility, application, and benefits.
Odisha to develop 25 birthplaces of icons as heritage museums
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 launches 491 new Anganwadi centres virtually
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 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.
Supreme Court Blocks Trump's Troop Deployment in Chicago
The US Supreme Court has blocked former President Donald Trump's plan to use National Guard troops in Chicago for immigration enforcement. This major legal setback limits presidential power.
22 Maoists surrender in Odisha, lured by enhanced bounty
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 AG Audit for Forest Dept's Thar Vehicle Procurement
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.
Trump's 2026 Immigration Plan: $170B, Raids, Detention
The Trump administration plans a major 2026 immigration crackdown with $170 billion funding, thousands of new agents, and revived workplace raids. Critics warn of economic risks.
Odisha's Urban Expansion: New NACs & Municipalities Notified
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.
11-Month ICE Detention: A Love Story Stuck in US Immigration
Tatjana 'Tia' Vesiolko has spent nearly a year in US ICE detention. Her American fiancé fights for her release, exposing the human cost of strict immigration policies. Read her story.
Vance Ends DEI, Prioritises Merit in Hardline Speech
US VP JD Vance told conservatives that diversity policies are finished, promising merit over identity, tough immigration action, and calling Christianity America's creed. Watch the full story.
Trump's Aggressive 2026 Denaturalization Plan Revealed
Donald Trump confirms a plan to strip citizenship from 100-200 people daily in 2026, targeting naturalized citizens who entered under Biden. Experts call the number 'astoundingly high.'
Odisha BJP MLAs Urge CM to Review MLA Salary Hike
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.
US Expands Travel Ban to Over 30 Countries
The US has expanded its travel ban to over 30 countries, citing security risks. Full bans on 5 nations, partial on 15. Details on exemptions and impact inside.
Trump adds 20 nations to travel ban, cites security
The Trump administration expands its immigration crackdown, adding five full and 15 partial travel bans. The move follows a shooting in Washington and aims to restrict migration from specific countries. Read the full details.
Trump Administration Expands Travel Ban to Over 30 Countries
The Trump administration has significantly widened its travel ban, now restricting entry from over 30 countries. The move follows security concerns and aims to address issues with visa overstays and unreliable documents. Read the full list of affected nat
Odisha Pharma Policy 2025 Launch: CM Majhi Unveils Strategy
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.
Odisha NEET PG 2025 Round 2 Counselling Dates Revised
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.
White House Defends Trump's 'Garbage' Remark on Somalis
White House border czar Tom Homan defends President Trump's controversial remarks on Somali immigrants. ICE denies targeted raids in Minnesota as Rep. Ilhan Omar calls comments 'disgusting'. Read more.
Odisha Cold Wave: G Udayagiri Hits Season's Low at 4.4°C
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.
Odisha HSE 10th Time Table 2026 Released by BSE
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.
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