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K Annamalai to quit BJP, likely to launch own political outfit in Tamil Nadu

Bhubaneswar, June 1 -- Tamil Nadu politics may be on the cusp of another major shake-up. Former Tamil Nadu BJP President K Annamalai is reportedly planning to quit the party and launch his own politic... Read More


Malaysia bans social media for children under 16, introduces stricter online safety rules

Bhubaneswar, June 1 -- Malaysia has implemented new online safety regulations requiring major social media platforms to verify users' ages and prevent children under 16 from creating accounts. The rul... Read More


New Rayagada Railway Division starts its operations; key routes, benefits, and what passengers must know

Bhubaneswar, June 1 -- Today marks a major milestone for South Odisha as the Rayagada Railway Division officially becomes operational. With a dedicated divisional headquarters and enhanced jurisdictio... Read More


Boy tries to loot mobile shop with friends to gift expensive phone to girlfriend in Odisha

Bhubaneswar, June 1 -- Four minors were detained in Mayurbhanj's Kaptipada while they were helping one of their friends to loot a mobile shop to gift an expensive phone to his girlfriend. The matter c... Read More


CBSE likely to take action against Hyderabad-based OSM vendor for lapses

Bhubaneswar, June 1 -- The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is likely to take action against its on-screen marking (OSM) service provider, Hyderabad-based Coempt Edu Teck, for lapses in the... Read More


Differently-abled man dies following 'third degree torture' by police, HRPC to investigate case

Bhubaneswar, June 1 -- A major controversy erupted in Odisha's Ganjam district after the family of a differently-abled man alleged that he died due to police assault while in custody at Kabisuryanagar... Read More


Groundwater depletion in Bhitarkanika: Prawn mafia exploits resources despite govt projects

Bhubaneswar, May 31 -- Rising temperatures and climate change have accelerated groundwater depletion across India, and Kendrapara's coastal Bhitarkanika region in Odisha is no exception. Adding to the... Read More


World No Tobacco Day 2026: Cancer survivor leads awareness drive in Berhampur, spreads key message to youths

Bhubaneswar, May 31 -- In Berhampur, a powerful message is being spread among the youth, thanks to Debananda Dash. Once a regular consumer of gutkha, Debananda's habit led him down a tragic path; he h... Read More


Pensions to be disbursed in one installment in 10-15 days: Odisha BJP President Manmohan Samal

Bhubaneswar, May 31 -- Odisha BJP President and MP Manmohan Samal on Sunday assured beneficiaries that the ongoing pension payment issues will be resolved within the next 10-15 days. Speaking to the m... Read More


OTV Education Conclave & Expo 2026 brings together students and parents to explore AI in learning

Bhubaneswar, May 31 -- In the era of Artificial Intelligence, education is undergoing a rapid transformation, offering students new avenues to explore and excel. Odisha's leading media giant OTV on Su... Read More