New Delhi, Oct 24: The government is strengthening railway security and crowd-management measures ahead of Diwali, Chhath Puja and other major festivals, with a focus on ensuring safe passenger movement at busy stations and along crowded train routes. Representational Image The issue was discussed at the 8th All India Conference…
Continue ReadingPuri Jagannath Temple May Revise Mahaprasad Prices as Ingredient Costs Rise
Puri, Oct 24: The price of Abadha Mahaprasad, the sacred offering served at the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri, may increase amid rising costs of essential ingredients, including rice, pulses, vegetables and ghee. Representational Image The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) has held discussions with the Suara Mahasuara Nijog, the…
Continue ReadingOdisha Secures INR 53,893 Crore Investment Proposals at India Chem 2026, Targets Over 20,000 Jobs
Bhubaneswar, Oct 24: Odisha has attracted investment proposals worth ₹53,893.51 crore, with the potential to create 20,210 jobs, at India Chem 2026 in Mumbai, strengthening the state’s push to expand its chemical and petrochemical industries. Pic Credit: x.com/PTI_News Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi returned to Bhubaneswar on Friday after attending…
Continue ReadingBhubaneswar Hosts 19th Urban Mobility India Conference With Focus on Digital, Inclusive Cities
Oct 24: Bhubaneswar is hosting the 19th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference and Expo on October 23–24, 2026, bringing together policymakers, urban planners, industry leaders and mobility experts to discuss how technology can make Indian cities more accessible and liveable. The event is being held at Hotel Mayfair Sanctuary under…
Continue ReadingIndia Eyes USD 220 Billion Clean Energy Investment by FY2030 as Renewable Sector Accelerates
New Delhi, Oct 24: India is poised to unlock an estimated $220 billion in clean energy investment opportunities between FY2027 and FY2030, as the country accelerates its transition towards renewable power and advances its ambitious target of 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity. Representational Image According to the Ministry of…
Continue ReadingSiwan Blast: Fire in Firecracker Stock Triggered Deadly Chain of Explosions
Bihar, Oct 24: A massive explosion at a house in Alampur village, Bihar’s Siwan district, was triggered after firecrackers stored inside caught fire, setting off successive blasts that destroyed part of the building and killed several people. The death toll was initially reported as four but later rose to five,…
Continue ReadingMaa Durga Immersion Ceremony Celebrated with Grandeur in Dabugam; Cultural Troupes from Odisha and Chhattisgarh Enthrall Thousands of Spectators
Nabarangpur, Oct 24 [UDN}:: The Maa Durga Puja Committee of Dabugam in Odisha’s Nabarangpur district organised a grand immersion procession to bid farewell to Goddess Durga following the conclusion of the Durga Puja festivities. The ceremony was celebrated with great enthusiasm, traditional music, colourful cultural performances and the participation of…
Continue ReadingPrabhas Turns 47: ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ Team Unveils BTS Video, Hails Him as ‘Superhero of Indian Cinema’
Oct 23: Actor Prabhas marked his 47th birthday on Friday with a special treat for fans, as the makers of Kalki 2898 AD released a behind-the-scenes (BTS) video celebrating the star and offering a glimpse into the making of the much-anticipated sci-fi franchise. The film’s team paid tribute to the…
Continue ReadingOdisha Becomes First State to Introduce Dedicated Sickle Cell Pregnancy Protocol
Bhubaneswar, Oct 23: Odisha has become the first state in India to introduce a dedicated protocol for managing pregnancies in women with sickle cell disease (SCD), marking a significant step towards improving maternal healthcare and reducing complications associated with the condition. The protocol was unveiled on Thursday at a state-level…
Continue ReadingCyclone Threat in Bay of Bengal: Fishermen Told to Return to Shore by October 24
Bhubaneswar, Oct 23: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has advised fishermen operating in the Bay of Bengal to return to shore by the morning of October 24 as a developing cyclonic system is expected to approach the north Andhra Pradesh and south Odisha coasts on October 28. Representational Image The…
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