The 30 state winners of the 61st Femina Miss India event arrived at KIIT in Bhubaneswar, receiving a warm welcome as they prepare for the prestigious beauty pageant.
Bhubaneswar, the capital of Odisha, is celebrating its 78th Foundation Day with vibrant festivities and cultural events, reflecting its transformation from a temple city to a modern metropolis.
Odisha is facing a severe heatwave again, with Titlagarh recording a scorching 41.5°C. The India Meteorological Department warns of extreme temperatures persisting until April 19.
Odisha’s Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida has praised the Women’s Reservation Bill as a significant advancement for women, while criticizing the Congress for its opposition. BJP MP Anita Priyadarshini also voiced support for the bill, urging unity among political parties.
Security forces have successfully recovered a significant cache of explosives in the Dhekunpani forest, thwarting a potential Naxal attack in the region.
Vedanta Aluminium has signed a memorandum of understanding with Singhal Steel and Power and SCOT-AL Metcon to establish downstream aluminium manufacturing in Jharsuguda.
In Sundargarh district, more than 5,000 traditional artistes are awaiting pension under the Mukhyamantri Kalakar Sahayata Yojana, with over 7,000 new applications pending review.
A tragic road accident in Athagarh, Cuttack, resulted in the death of a truck driver when a Hyva truck crashed into another truck laden with iron rods.
A tragic accident in Koraput, Odisha, resulted in one fatality and over 20 injuries when an OSRTC bus plunged into a gorge early Saturday morning.
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