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CBSE slashes re-evaluation fees from Rs 500 to 100, offers refund if marks increase

Bhubaneswar, May 17 -- In a student-friendly move, the CBSE on Sunday significantly reduced fees for re-evaluation and verification of exam papers. The fee for obtaining scanned copies of answer sheet... Read More


Minor girl panics, hospitalised after being threatened to withdraw 'harassment' case by IIC in Odisha

Bhubaneswar, May 17 -- A serious allegation has surfaced against the Inspector-in-Charge (IIC) of Morada Police Station in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district, with a minor girl and her family accusing the o... Read More


Heist at Puri SP Office employee's house; burglars loot gold worth over Rs 10 Lakh

Bhubaneswar, May 17 -- A major theft was reported from Puri district on Sunday, where burglars allegedly looted gold ornaments and other valuables worth over Rs 10 lakh from the house of a female empl... Read More


Soumya Ranjan lynching: Commissionerate Police conduct mock drill to ensure public safety

Bhubaneswar, May 17 -- In the aftermath of the May 7, 2026, murder of Railway GRP constable Soumya Ranjan Swain, the Commissionerate Police intensified preparedness measures. On Sunday, a comprehensiv... Read More


Raaka makers reportedly approach court to protect Allu Arjun's signature swagger

Bhubaneswar, May 17 -- The buzz around Raaka is growing louder with every passing week, and now the film has sparked attention for a rather unusual reason. Reports suggest the makers of the upcoming s... Read More


Indonesian woman's dupatta falls onto railway track, elderly Indian man jumps between train bogies to retrieve it; watch

Bhubaneswar, May 17 -- Sometimes, the smallest acts of kindness from strangers leave the deepest impressions. A helping hand offered without hesitation - and without expecting anything in return - oft... Read More


Ama Bus services halted across Rourkela as staff protest over salary, EPF demands

Bhubaneswar, May 17 -- Public transport services under the 'Ama Bus' scheme remained completely suspended across Rourkela on Sunday after employees launched a strike over various demands, causing inco... Read More


ISKCON's untimely Rath Yatra events abroad trigger fresh concern among Jagannath devotees

Bhubaneswar, May 17 -- Fresh concerns surfaced among Jagannath devotees after ISKCON reportedly organised Rath Yatra celebrations in South Africa outside the traditional schedule associated with the f... Read More


Bihar's 'Supermom' risks life to shield children and 2 women from speeding train, watch shocking visuals

Bhubaneswar, May 17 -- A mother's love often defies logic, fear and even death itself. Whether in humans or animals, mothers are known to go to unimaginable lengths to protect their young. In the age ... Read More


Bonai in Sundargarh faces acute fuel shortage as petrol pumps run out of stock

Bhubaneswar, May 17 -- Fuel shortage continued to affect normal life in Odisha's Sundargarh district, with petrol pumps in Bonai town reportedly running out of stock and customers facing long delays a... Read More