[Bhubaneswar], 12/1 : In a decisive move to accelerate rural infrastructure development across the state, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi chaired a high-level review meeting at the Lok Seva Bhawan today, assessing the status of ongoing projects sanctioned under the ‘Ama Odisha Nabin Odisha’ (AONO) initiative. The review marks a significant shift in the […]
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By Harihar Tripathy The winter morning had wrapped the ashram in a thick, grey blanket of fog. Even though the clock struck eight, the sun was nowhere to be seen, hidden behind the misty veil that made the world feel quiet and shivering. There wasn’t a soul in sight; the biting cold had kept everyone […]
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The sun was setting over the village crossroads—the *chhakka*—casting long shadows on the old cement bench. On one end sat Professor Mohanty, a man whose hair had turned silver while studying thick volumes of Physics in hallowed university halls. On the other end sat Kalia, a young man who had never finished college but always […]
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In a monumental shift poised to reshape global food dynamics, India has officially ascended to the rank of the world’s largest rice producer, eclipsing long-standing leader China. This historic achievement, announced by Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on January 4, 2026, marks a pivotal moment for Indian agriculture, affirming its robust growth, technological advancements, […]
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The capital city of India, Delhi, finds itself grappling with a silent yet pervasive crisis: an outdated and severely fragmented sewage network that is systematically contaminating the very water residents rely upon for daily life. This critical breakdown in urban infrastructure is posing significant public health risks, triggering a surge in waterborne diseases across various […]
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Harihar Tripathy On my daily commute, there stands a quaint little temple right by the main road. It is a peaceful sanctuary that invariably draws me towards it. Behind the main shrine, there is a small kitchen for offerings, a stone courtyard, and a lush garden filled with vibrant flowers. Tall, leafy trees like Mango […]
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By : Harihar Tripathy Bhola was truly simple-hearted! Every day, he would visit the temple and sing his self-composed hymns (bhajans) to Lord Krishna. After singing, he would ask the priest, “Sir, could you please ask the Lord tonight how He likes my songs?” The same question every single day eventually annoyed the priest. One […]
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Bhubaneswar : 95% of the complaints received by the Chief Minister’s Grievance Redressal Cell have been resolved. Information has been provided by the Chief Minister’s Office in this regard. Today was the Chief Minister’s 16th grievance hearing. Today, 7 ministers, additional chief secretaries, administrative secretaries and officials participated in the grievance hearing along with the […]
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Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s Debrigarh Tiger Reserve will soon welcome two tigers , Forest and Environment Minister Ganesh Ram Singh Khuntia has informed. The minister confirmed that the state is coordinating with the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) to bring back tigers from Similipal. He said that the cooperation of the local government is very important for […]
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Our Chief Minister has reportedly issued a directive asking people not to celebrate the English New Year and not to come to greet him. Fair enough. But the Chief Minister should clarify to the people—what exactly is tomorrow? Is it not the English New Year? Of course, we celebrate our Odia New Year on Pana […]
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