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Odisha Govt Pledges to Review Public Proposals for Reopening previously closed Schools

Bhubaneswar:28/3/25:The debate over reopening schools in Odisha, previously closed under the merger scheme, has taken center stage in the Odisha Assembly. School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond has assured that the government will evaluate district-level proposals and consider public demands for reopening these institutions. Concerns raised by both BJP and BJD MLAs emphasize the challenges faced by children in ...

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Odisha Chief Minister emphasized the pivotal role of science and technology

Bhubaneswar:28/3/25:Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi emphasized the pivotal role of science and technology in driving development during his address at the ‘Scientific Recognition and Award Ceremony – 2023,’ organized by the Odisha Science Academy at the Lok Seva Bhawan Convention Centre. The event, held on March 27, 2025, celebrated scientific achievements while outlining a vision to position Odisha at ...

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Director General of Police YB Khurania vowed stringent action against those who created violence

Bhubaneswar:27/3/25: Director General of Police (DGP) YB Khurania today vowed stringent action against those who created violence at the Lower PMG Square in Bhubaneswar during the Congress demonstration over women’s safety. While visiting the injured police personnel undergoing treatment at Capital Hospital, Khurania said that those involved in the attack on police personnel will not be spared. They will be arrested ...

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Odisha BJP President Manmohan Samal denounced the violence during the Congress protest

Bhubaneswar:27/3/25: Odisha BJP President Manmohan Samal denounced the violence during the Congress protest, stating that there is no place for violence in politics. Samal alleged that the Congress party has a history of giving space to criminals in politics and is responsible for the criminalization of politics. At a press meet, Samal condemned the law and order situation created by ...

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Boyanika- the apex Handloom organization has launched special discount drive

Bhubaneswar, 27th March 2025:Boyanika- the apex Handloom organization of the state has launched special discount drive today across all Boyanika outlets, including its stalls at the NH Expo at Exhibition Ground and the Toshali National Crafts Mela at Janata Maidan, Bhubaneswar. The event was inaugurated by Pradeep Bal Samanta, Hon’ble Minister, Handlooms, Textiles & Handicrafts and Cooperation, Government of Odisha. ...

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Ideas Forum on ‘Unlocking the Power of Data Exchange for Smart Governance’ organised by Government of Odisha

Bhubaneswar (27th March 2025):An Ideas Forum on ‘Unlocking the Power of Data Exchange for Smart Governance’ was organised today at the State Convention Hall in Lok Seva Bhavan by Data, Policy and Innovation Centre (DPIC) in collaboration with Electronics and Information Technology Department, Government of Odisha. Chief Secretary Odisha Manoj Ahuja graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The forum ...

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Odisha Government has been making significant progress in its fight against corruption under a zero-tolerance policy

Bhubaneswar:26/3/25: The Odisha Government has been making significant progress in its fight against corruption under a zero-tolerance policy aimed at eliminating unethical practices. With corruption often described as a “cancer” to society, the government’s unwavering commitment is yielding remarkable results across the state. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, at the Legislative Assembly on Wednesday, said that since June 2024, sweeping ...

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Justice Harish Tandon was sworn in as the Chief Justice of the Orissa High Court

Cuttack: 26/3/25:Justice Harish Tandon was sworn in as the Chief Justice of the Orissa High Court on Wednesday. He becomes the 35th Chief Justice in the High Court’s 77-year history. Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati administered the oath. The ceremony took place at the High Court premises here, attended by judges and members of the Bar. Among others, Odisha ...

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 Law Minister of Odisha has accused the Congress party of orchestrating a deliberate conspiracy to paralyze the Odisha Legislative Assembly

Bhubaneswar:26/3/25: Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan has accused the Congress party of orchestrating a deliberate conspiracy to paralyze the Odisha Legislative Assembly, plunging the state’s sacred policymaking institution into chaos. Addressing a presser here on Wednesday, Harichandan alleged that the party, ac of Odisha ting under directives from its Delhi leadership, is determined to halt the Assembly’s functioning until March 27, jeopardizing ...

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Odisha Govt Approves Monthly Pension For Imprisoned During Emergency

Bhubaneswar: 26/3/25:The Odisha government has approved a monthly pension of Rs 20,000 for 21 persons who were imprisoned under the MISA, DIR, and DISIR Acts during the National Emergency from June 25, 1975, to March 21, 1977. The pension will be paid retrospectively from January 1, 2025. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi informed the Assembly about the decision, which was ...

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