The Water Corporation of Odisha is establishing 46 water quality testing laboratories across the state to enhance monitoring in urban areas, with an investment of Rs 3.61 crore.
V K Pandian, a former IAS officer and BJD leader, has been summoned by Odisha Police regarding the disappearance of two inquiry commission reports from the Chief Minister’s Office, dating back to the previous BJD administration.
Odisha has experienced a significant boost in railway funding, with the budget allocation increasing 13-fold in the past 12 years, as announced by Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.
The Indian government has approved six Sagarmala projects totaling ₹350 crore for Odisha and outlined 52 additional port-related initiatives estimated at ₹56,000 crore to enhance the state’s coastal infrastructure.
Animesh Kujur remains focused on his upcoming Commonwealth and Asian Games, setting aside discussions about reclaiming the title of India’s fastest man.
Sitakanta Rana, principal of Thuamul Rampur’s Odisha Adarsh Vidyalaya, has been arrested for soliciting a bribe of Rs 10,000 to release pending bills.
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan criticized the opposition for using students in political agendas, asserting the government’s dedication to addressing NEET concerns. Protests demanding his resignation continue across India.
Odisha is experiencing ongoing heavy rains due to an active low-pressure system, leading the IMD to issue an Orange Alert for five districts and a Yellow Alert for 17 others.
Pritiranjan Gharai has appealed to Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi for intervention regarding illegal chromite mining in Sukinda Valley, citing severe environmental and health impacts on local tribal communities.
A significant fire engulfed a jewellery store and a shopping mall in Jharsuguda, resulting in extensive property damage. Firefighters are investigating the incident.
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