Prasuci Panda from Berhampur, Odisha, has achieved the title of Miss Teen Universe India 2026 and will represent India in the upcoming international pageant.
A drug trafficker from Bihar was apprehended in Jamshedpur while transporting 33 kg of cannabis, valued at approximately Rs 16 lakh.
Odisha has made significant strides in digitizing its judiciary by equipping courts with ICT infrastructure, digitizing millions of case records, and facilitating numerous virtual hearings under the e-Courts Project.
The Odisha State Cooperative Milk Producers’ Federation (OMFED) has initiated a micro-ATM distribution program across milk cooperative societies, enhancing local banking access for dairy farmers in the region.
Odisha’s Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari reassured residents to remain calm amidst heavy rainfall caused by a deep depression in the Bay of Bengal, stating that the government is well-prepared to handle any emergencies.
A recent report reveals that more than 1,091 villages in Odisha lack mobile network access, with Rayagada being the most severely impacted. The ongoing digital divide affects education, healthcare, and other essential services.
The Indian government has earmarked ₹140 crore to elevate 71 secondary schools in Odisha to higher secondary status for the academic year 2026-27, aiming to improve educational infrastructure.
Former Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan was greeted with enthusiasm by BJP and NDA MPs upon his arrival in Parliament, despite his recent resignation amid protests over examination issues.
ONGC has commenced drilling its first deepwater well in the Mahanadi Offshore Basin, marking a significant advancement in India’s efforts to explore its deepwater energy resources.
Despite the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, a large gathering in Bengaluru reaffirmed their commitment to ongoing protests for education reform, emphasizing a broader fight for democracy and social justice.
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