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Odisha continues to grapple with intense heatwave, 18 cities record above 41 degrees Celsius

As Odisha continues to grapple with an intense heatwave, on Wednesday, 18 cities of the state recorded above 41 degrees Celsius with the coal mining region of Talcher recording the highest at 43.2 degrees Celsius, said an India Meteorological Department (... read..

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Odisha remembers former CM Biju Patnaik on his death anniversary

The death anniversary of former Odisha Chief Minister Biju Patnaik was observed at the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) state party office in Bhubaneswar on Wednesday.... read..

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Odisha: Preparations underway for Rukuna Rath Yatra

Preparations are underway in the capital city of Odisha for the upcoming Rukuna Rath Yatra dedicated to Lord Lingaraj, which is scheduled to start on April 15.... read..

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Odisha: BJD's Lekhasri Samantsinghar thanks CM Naveen Patnaik on being made Balasore LS pick

BJD leader Lekhasri Samantsinghar, who was named the party's candidate from Odisha's Balasore constituency for the Lok Sabha elections, thanked BJD chief and Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Thursday.... read..

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BJD announces 38-member manifesto committee for Lok Sabha polls

Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Wednesday announces a 38-member manifesto committee for the Lok Sabha elections.... read..

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Odisha Police instructs SSB personnel to remove tattoos in 15 days

Odisha Police have instructed Special Security Battalion personnel to remove tattoos that are visible while wearing uniforms on their bodies within 15 days, as it demeans the image of the battalion.... read..

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Our mission is zero casualties in heat waves during polls: Chief Electoral Officer of Odisha

Ahead of Lok Sabha elections coinciding with the summer, Chief Electoral Officer of Odisha, Nikunja Dhal said that the authorities were aware of the possible heatwave condition during the polling period and the mission is zero casualties in heat waves.... read..

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BJP candidate Mahtab blames Odisha govt for water shortage, says "Central govt funds not utilised"

BJP candidate from Cuttack Lok Sabha seat Bhartruhari Mahtab on Tuesday blamed the Odisha government for the water crisis, saying that it has failed to utilise the funds allocated by the Centre.... read..

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BJP Odisha Vice President Lekhasri Samantasinghar joins BJD

Ahead of the Lok Sabha elections and Odisha Assembly polls, former BJP vice-president Lekhasri Samantsinghar joined Biju Janata Dal (BJD) at the party office in Bhubaneswar on Sunday.... read..

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75th international conference on Universal Declaration of Human Rights inaugurated in Bhubaneswar

The 75th International Conference of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) was inaugurated by Supreme Court Judge Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra in Bhubaneswar on Saturday.... read..

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'No major change' in Odisha's heat wave conditions for next 24 hours, predicts IMD

As Odisha reels under hear wave conditions, India Meteorological Department (IMD) Director in Bhubaneswar, Manorama Mohanty, predicted 'no major change' in the next 24 hours and said that the heat wave will continue.... read..

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Odisha: Guidelines issued to tackle heat wave conditions; IMD predicts 'no change' in temperature in next 24 hrs

As the mercury level is rising and temperature expected to sour in Odisha and other parts of the country, Director of Public Health Odisha, Dr Niranjan Mishra, said that guidelines have been issued to all districts on what has to be done to combat the sum... read..

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"38 excise border check posts set up to check illegal liquor transportation": Odisha Excise Commissioner

To ensure free and fair elections in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, the Excise Commissioner of Odisha, Narasingha Bhol (IPS) on Friday said that 38 excise border check posts have been established to check illegal liquor transportation in the state.... read..

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Odisha braces for intense heatwave; Bhubaneswar, Malkangiri records above 40 °C

Odisha is on high alert as the state is bracing for an intense heatwave, bringing challenging conditions for residents. With the mercury soaring to unprecedented levels, authorities are urging citizens to take immediate precautions to safeguard against th... read..

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Odisha braces for intense heatwave, Bhubaneswar recorded 43.5°c

Odisha is on high alert as a severe heatwave sweeps across the state, bringing scorching temperatures and challenging conditions for residents. With the mercury soaring to unprecedented levels, authorities are urging citizens to take immediate precautions... read..

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"We are going to fight till the end of this season...": Odisha FC coach Sergio Lobera

Odisha FC head coach Sergio Lobera expressed pride in his players as they secured a comfortable 3-1 win over Punjab FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday, saying that his team is going to fight till t... read..

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"BJP and BJD are one," says Odisha Congress leader Taraprasad Bahinipati

After being fielded for the fifth time for the Odisha Assembly election, Jeypore MLA and Senior Congress Leader Taraprasad Bahinipati attacked Biju Janata Dal (BJD) party stating people know that Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and BJD are one.... read..

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Odisha declares morning classes in schools due to hot weather

Odisha government announced morning classes in all schools due to hot weather... read..

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Punjab FC manager Vergetis praises "high-quality" Odisha FC side ahead of ISL clash

Ahead of his side's upcoming match against Odisha FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) on Tuesday at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, Punjab FC head coach Staikos Vergetis showered praise on the Juggernauts and called them a "high-quality" team.... read..

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ISL: "They're one of the favourites to reach playoffs...": Odisha FC coach Sergio ahead of Punjab FC match

Odisha FC head coach Sergio Lobera is expecting a difficult game against Punjab FC as they face the Shers in the Indian Super League (ISL) match in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday.... read..

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ISL: Punjab FC eyeing playoff spot with win against Odisha FC

Punjab FC will take on Odisha FC in a crucial encounter to leap ahead in the playoff race in the Indian Super League. The game will take place at Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar.... read..

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BJP will form governments both in Odisha, Centre, says former BJD leader Sidhant Mohapatra

Former Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leader Sidhant Mohapatra, who recently joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), expressed confidence that the BJP will form government in Odisha as well as in the Centre in the upcoming assembly and Lok Sabha elections.... read..

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BJD's Kaushalya Hikaka vows victory in Koraput, thanks CM for candidature

Kaushalya Hikaka, leader of the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), expressed gratitude to Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik for nominating her to contest the upcoming elections from Koraput constituency for the second time.... read..

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DRI thwarts smuggling of gold in Odisha, recovers 65 pieces of smuggled bullion

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has thwarted smuggling of gold in Odisha, recovering 65 pieces of smuggled gold bullion, weighing 9180 grams, valued at Rs. 6,44,46,164, said the agency.... read..

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Odisha: Surendra Singh Bhoi quits Congress, joins Biju Janata Dal

Ahead of the Lok Sabha and Vidhan Sabha polls, Surendra Singh Bhoi quit the Congress and joined the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) at Sankha Bhawan on Friday.... read..

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Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik has worked for every sector, caste, religion: BJD's Nabarangpur LS candidate

Biju Janata Dal (BJD) Nabarangpur Lok Sabha candidate Pradeep Majhi on Friday praised Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik for the developmental work in the state. He also exuded confidence in getting a good result for the BJD in the upcoming general elec... read..

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BJD's Lambodar Nial thanks Odisha CM for giving him opportunity to contest from Kalahandi Lok Sabha seat

Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leader Lambodar Nial thanked Odisha Chief Minister and BJD chief Naveen Patnaik for offering him the opportunity to contest from Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency.... read..

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Grassroot programs very important for future of game, says Hockey India president

Ahead of the final stage of the second Khelo India Sub Junior Women's Hockey League, Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey underlined the importance of a grassroots program for a better future of hockey.... read..

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AAP members observe fast in Bhubaneswar in protest against arrest of Arvind Kejriwal

The Aam Aadmi Party observed a fast in Odisha's Bhubaneswar on Thursday in protest against the arrest of Arvind Kejriwal by the Enforcement Directorate.... read..

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"Big zero...": BJD leader Muzibulla Khan on Bhatruhari Mahtab, Sidhant Mohapatra joining BJP

After BJD leaders Bhatruhari Mahtab and Sidhant Mohapatra joined the BJP, Biju Janata Dal leader Muzibulla Khan on Thursday called them a "big zero" and said that the leaving of the two leaders wouldn't impact the BJD in the Lok Sabha elections.... read..

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Elections 2024: BJD announces first list of candidates for nine Lok Sabha, 72 Assembly seats

The ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Wednesday announced the first list of candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Odisha.... read..

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Odisha CM condoles demise of Ramakrishna Mission chief Swami Smarananandaji Maharaj

Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik expressed grief over the demise of Ramakrishna Mission President Swami Smaranananda, who passed away due to old age ailments at the age of 95 on Tuesday night.... read..

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"PM Modi determined for the development of Odisha," says Dharmendra Pradhan

Comparing the treatment and financial assistance provided to Odisha by the Congress rule at teh Centre and the Modi government, Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan asserted on Monday that the Congress government, during its tenure from 2004 to 2014, allocat... read..

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"PM Modi determined to development of Odisha," says Dharmendra Pradhan

Comparing the treatment and financial assistance provided to Odisha by the Congress rule at teh Centre and the Modi government, Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan asserted on Monday that the Congress government, during its tenure from 2004 to 2014, allocat... read..

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Sanjay Mishra takes part in 'Herbal Holi' celebration in Bhubaneswar, requests all to avoid chemical colours

Actor Sanjay Mishra on Sunday participated in the 'Herbal Holi' celebration in Bhubaneswar.... read..

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Lok Sabha Elections: Dharmendra Pradhan to contest from Odisha's Sambalpur constituency

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday, announced Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan as the candidate from the Sambalpur constituency in Odisha.... read..

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Odisha: Fire breaks out at a restaurant in Bhubaneswar

A fire broke out at a restaurant on the fourth floor of a corporate building at Patia Square near Nandankanan in Bhubaneswar on Friday, an official said.... read..

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BJD announces to go solo in Odisha polls after BJP breaks ties

With "people's support," Biju Janata Dal will win "more than three fourth seats" in Odisha, BJD General Secretary (Organization) Pranab Prakash Das said on the day when the BJP announced that it would go solo in both the Lok Sabha and Assembly elections i... read..

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Naveen Patnaik will finalise party candidates after taking feedback from constituencies: BJD MLA Snehangini Chhuria

Weeks ahead of simultaneous polls for Lok Sabha and the State Assembly in Odisha, Biju Janata Dal (BJD) MLA Snehangini Chhuria said that party president Naveen Patnaik will take feedback from all constituencies, following which the candidates will be fina... read..

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To contest Lok Sabha, Assembly polls alone in Odisha: BJP's state chief Manmohan Samal

Weeks after speculations about the alliance between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) in Odisha, state BJP president Manmohan Samal on Friday categorically stated that his party will be contesting in all the Lok Sabha and Asse... read..

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"We are always prepared to face elections": BJD's Amar Patnaik

Biju Janata Dal (BJD) MP and spokesperson Amar Patnaik on Wednesday said that his party is always prepared to face elections and people of Odisha will repose their faith in Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik for the sixth time.... read..

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Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik meets former India cricketer Ravi Shastri

Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik met former India cricketer and ex-head coach Ravi Shastri during his visit to the state to attend the "MoU signing" event between 'Coaching Beyond' cricket academy.... read..

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Odisha govt asks District Collectors to prepare for likely heatwave conditions during elections

The Odisha Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) has urged all district collectors to prepare a contingency plan in view of likely heatwave conditions in the state from March to May when Odisha will be witnessing simultaneous polls for the Lok Sabha and the A... read..

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"We discussed strategies, candidates for Lok Sabha polls": Odisha BJP Mahila Morcha chief Aiswarya Biswal

The BJP Odisha state election committee held a meeting recently and discussed how the party is going to improve the state which has not improved in 24 years, said Aiswarya Biswal, the President of Odisha BJP Mahila Morcha and a core member of the Odisha e... read..

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"Rahul Gandhi doesn't know the 'ABC' of Indian culture": BJP's leader Satyabrata Panda

BJP leader Satyabrata Panda on Monday slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who is once again facing backlash following his 'Shakti' remark at the concluding rally of 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra'. Panda said that the Waynad MP doesn't know the 'ABC' of Indian... read..

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Coast Guard conducts medical evacuation of Indian crew onboard Liberia-flagged merchant vessel Lila Lisbon

An Indian Coast Guard Ship C-425 on Sunday conducted a medical evacuation of a 59-year-old Indian crew suffering from chest pains onboard a Liberia-flagged merchant vessel--Lila Lisbon--off Paradip in Odisha.... read..

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Arvind Kejriwal is setting wrong precedent to skip ED summons: BJP leader Suryabanshi Suraj

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Suryabanshi Suraj has hit out at Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal for skipping the last eight summons issued to him by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with the alleged Delhi Excise Policy scam.... read..

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Odisha Chief Electoral Officer takes stock of poll preparations

As the Election Commission of India announced the Lok Sabha Elections schedule, Chief Electoral Officer of Odisha Nikunja Bihari Dhal said that the assessment of sensitive and vulnerable booths has been done, but the final assessment will be conducted onl... read..

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"We are well prepared": BJD exudes confidence of winning the upcoming elections

After the Election Commission announced the dates for the Lok Sabha 2024 Elections, Biju Janata Dal (BJD) national spokesperson Santrupt Misra said that the party was already well prepared for the polls, and now that the dates of the elections have been a... read..

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Youth showcase talent at Odisha Skills competition, winners felicitated

The 'Odisha Skills' competition under the Skilled In Odisha initiative was organised to nurture global skills among the state's youth. The youth from various skill sectors, who showcased their talent at Odisha Skills 2023-24, were awarded medals and certi... read..

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Odia actor Arindam Roy joins BJP, claims wasn't allowed to meet CM

In a blow to the ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD) days ahead of the simultaneous Lok Sabha and assembly elections in the state, popular Odia actor-turned-politician Arindam Roy joined the BJP on Friday.... read..

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