OIC directs police probe into RTI applicant's bribery case
Odisha Information Commission seeks police investigation against a habitual RTI applicant accused of demanding bribes from officials. All his cases put on hold pending probe. #RTI #Odisha
Odisha Information Commission seeks police investigation against a habitual RTI applicant accused of demanding bribes from officials. All his cases put on hold pending probe. #RTI #Odisha
Odisha government finalizes the Bhubaneswar-Cuttack-Puri-Paradip Economic Region (BCPPER) plan, a key pillar for Viksit Odisha 2036. The corridor aims to boost the state's economy to $1.5 trillion by 2047. Read more.
Odisha government greenlights 55 new hotel & resort projects worth Rs 3,211 crore since July 2024, adding 3,800+ rooms. Major brands like Hyatt & Marriott to expand in Bhubaneswar, Puri & tribal areas.
Two workers died in a rock collapse at an unauthorised stone quarry in Odisha's Dhenkanal district. Police investigation underway. Read about the safety lapses.
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi intervenes, asks OPSC to fill 151 additional vacancies in state civil services for 2025 exam after job aspirants' resentment. Details inside.
The Union Cabinet has approved Rs 1,526 crore to upgrade NH-326 in Odisha, enhancing connectivity and boosting economic growth in the region. Read more.
The omission of two senior IPS officers from Odisha's promotion list has stirred speculation. Despite eligibility, ADG-rank officers Sanjeeb Panda and Yeshwant Jethwa were excluded. Read the full story.
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi's 2025 focused on jobs, ports & Rs 16 lakh crore investments. See how his admin balanced ambition with course-correction. Read the full analysis.
Odisha govt directs immediate road safety audit of Janpath-Cuttack Road flyover near Kharavel Nagar mall. Audit to focus on pedestrian safety, especially for visually impaired. Read details.
Odisha's Mukhyamantri Bus Seva Yojana offers free bus travel to 15 lakh school students from April 2025. Learn about eligibility, application, and benefits.
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated a state-of-the-art SOG training centre in Chandaka and unveiled massive police infrastructure projects, including 16 new stations and 15,326 new posts. Read about the state's strengthened security measures.
Odisha's Baraputra Aitihya Gram Yojana will develop 25 birthplaces of freedom fighters & reformers into heritage museums with a ₹345 crore budget, boosting cultural tourism & local livelihoods.
In a major anti-Naxal success, security forces neutralised top Maoist leader Ganesh Uike and three others in Odisha. The operation deals a severe blow to insurgent activities in the state.
Senior Maoist leader Ganesh Uike, carrying a Rs 1.1 crore bounty, was killed in an encounter with police in Odisha on December 25, 2025. Read for the latest details.
Odisha's Deputy CM Pravati Parida virtually inaugurated 491 new Anganwadi centres, a key step in the state's mission to empower women and children. Discover the government's vision for a robust early childhood ecosystem.
Odisha govt rolls out new policies to accelerate the Bhubaneswar–Cuttack–Puri–Paradip Economic Region (BCPPER), projected to contribute 33% of state GSDP by 2047. Read details on the mega development plan.
A 10-year-old girl was found raped and murdered in Bhadrak, Odisha. The horrific discovery near Chandbali sparked intense local protests demanding justice.
22 Maoist insurgents from Chhattisgarh surrendered in Odisha, carrying a combined bounty of over Rs 2 crore. The mass surrender is a major setback for CPI (Maoist). Read the full story.
Odisha police credit a 10% higher reward payout for the mass surrender of 22 Maoists. The state's revised rehabilitation package now exceeds Chhattisgarh's, offering up to Rs 1.2 crore for top leaders.
Odisha government orders special audit into forest department's purchase of 51 Thar SUVs after allegations of procurement above market rates. Total cost exceeds Rs 12 crore. Details inside.
Odisha government issues notifications for major urban expansion, upgrading 5 NACs to municipalities and creating 24 new NACs across 13 districts to boost governance and civic amenities.
Odisha Police set for a historic debut with its own tableau at Bhubaneswar's Republic Day parade in 2026, marking its 90th anniversary. The display will showcase legacy and modern tech.
A woman from Jagatsinghpur accuses police of assaulting her minor son. Police refute claims, citing video of child with illegal firearm. The case is now with the Odisha Human Rights Commission.
Odisha Police will display a historic collection of antique weapons & memorabilia, dating to 1803, in a new public museum in Bhubaneswar. A glimpse into 90 years of policing history.
Facing public criticism, BJP MLAs in Odisha have urged CM Mohan Charan Majhi to reconsider a proposed three-fold salary hike. The move, passed on Dec 9, would make Odisha MLAs the highest-paid in India. Read more.
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi launches the Pharmaceutical and Medical Devices Policy 2025, aiming to attract investments and create jobs. The state announces two dedicated industrial parks. Read more.
DMET Odisha announces revised schedule for NEET PG 2025 Round 2 counselling. Choice filling from Dec 18-20. Check eligibility, key dates, and reporting details here.
Severe cold wave grips Odisha with G Udayagiri recording 4.4°C. IMD warns of continued low temperatures for next 4-5 days. Read for details on affected districts and forecasts.
BSE Odisha has announced the Class 10 exam schedule for 2026. Check dates, download the timetable from bseodisha.ac.in, and prepare for exams starting February 19.
Odisha's new Pharma & Medtech Policy 2025 aims to make the state a strategic hub for healthcare manufacturing. The policy includes plans for dedicated industrial parks and a roadmap aligned with India's 2047 vision. Read more.