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45 'Unsung Heroes' to be honored with Padma Awards
The Padma Awards for 2026 were announced on Sunday, celebrating India's unsung heroes. Among the 45 awardees in the "unsung heroes" category are Anke Gowda and Armida Fernandez.
14cr 'digital arrest': 8 held for defrauding elderly NRI couple
The Delhi Police has arrested eight men in connection with a ₹14.8 crore "digital arrest" scam that targeted an elderly NRI couple.
Odisha government bans gutkha, pan masala, all tobacco-nicotine products
The Odisha government has imposed a statewide ban on all tobacco and nicotine products.
Odisha bags investment commitments worth ₹1L crore in Kolkata
The Odisha government has bagged investment commitments and proposals worth around ₹1 lakh crore during an investors' roadshow in Kolkata.
Odisha: 9-seater plane crashes, occupants severely injured
A nine-seater aircraft operated by IndiaOne Air crashed in Odisha on Saturday. The incident occurred near Jagada block, around 10-15km from Rourkela airstrip.
Odisha courts on high alert after receiving bomb threats
Authorities in Odisha have been put on high alert after several courts received bomb threats via anonymous emails.
Odisha: 2 dead, several trapped after blast at illegal quarry
A powerful explosion at an illegal stone quarry in Gopalpur village, Odisha's Dhenkanal district, has left two workers dead and several others feared trapped.
Around 25% of India's proposed FY26 investments belong to AP
Andhra Pradesh has emerged as the top investment destination in India, capturing a whopping 25.3% of all proposed investments in the first nine months of the financial year 2025-26.
India's semiconductor push: 4 plants start chip production in 2026
Union Minister for Electronics and IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, has announced that four companies will begin commercial manufacturing of semiconductor chips in India by 2026.
'They asked for Aadhaar cards': Bengal laborer lynched in Odisha
A migrant worker from West Bengal's Murshidabad district was beaten to death in Odisha's Sambalpur on Wednesday night.
'Significant milestone': Shah lauds security forces for eliminating 6 Maoists
Union Home Affairs Minister Amit Shah on Thursday hailed security forces for eliminating six Maoists in a two-day joint operation in Odisha's Kandhamal district.
Odisha: 5 Maoists, including key leader, killed in encounter
Five Maoists, including a key leader named Ganesh Uike, who carried a reward of ₹1.1 crore, were gunned down in a major anti-Maoist operation in Odisha's Kandhamal district.
Odisha Forest Department faces heat over ₹12cr Mahindra Thar spending
The Odisha Forest Department is under fire for spending nearly ₹12 crore on 51 Mahindra Thar SUVs.
BJP received ₹6,654cr in donations in 2024-25: Report
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has reported receiving a whopping ₹6,654.93 crore in donations during the 2024-25 financial year, also when the Lok Sabha elections were held, according to a report submitted to the Election Commission of India (ECI).
If you love ghugni, these variations are a must-try
A popular street food, ghugni, is a delicious, hearty breakfast option that can be found in different parts of India.
Video: After Goa, fire breaks out at nightclub in Bhubaneswar
A massive fire broke out at a bar in Bhubaneswar's Satya Vihar area on Friday.
2 Odisha villages clash after headless body found; internet suspended
Violent clashes between two villages in Malkangiri district, Odisha, have led to a 24-hour internet shutdown. The district administration had also imposed prohibitory orders in the two villages.
IMD issues cold wave warning in Delhi, Telangana, Chandigarh
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a cold wave warning for several regions of India from December 9.
Odisha lecturer arrested for seeking sexual favors from minor student
A guest lecturer at a state-run college in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, was arrested on Thursday for allegedly sexually harassing a minor student, News18 reported.
Indian performing arts that still leave audiences spellbound
India's cultural heritage is a treasure trove of performing arts, each with its own unique charm and history.
Cyclone 'Senyar': Path, timeline, landfall, impact based on IMD's forecast
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that a weather system over the Bay of Bengal will intensify into a cyclonic storm named "Senyar" by November 26.
As juvenile backlog cases pile up, 50,000 children await justice
Over 50,000 children in conflict with the law are awaiting justice in India, as more than half of the cases at 362 Juvenile Justice Boards (JJBs) remain pending.
Planning a vacay? Avoid these overrated Indian beaches
India is famous for its stunning beaches, but some of them may not be as charming as they seem.
Odia singer Humane Sagar dies at 35
Humane Sagar, a celebrated voice in the Odia music industry, passed away on Monday evening at the young age of 35.
4 UNESCO heritage sites in India you absolutely can't miss
India is home to a rich history, diverse culture, and stunning architecture. The country has many ancient structures that are fine examples of unique Indian architectural styles.
A beginner's guide to Odisha's famous Pattachitra paintings
Pattachitra art is a traditional craft of Odisha, famous for its intricate details and mythological themes.
Celebrate Zohran's win by watching these brilliant Mira Nair titles
Mira Nair, the acclaimed BAFTA-nominated filmmaker from Odisha, has been making headlines after her son Zohran Mamdani made history by becoming New York City's second-youngest and first Muslim mayor at 34.
'No one responsible': Man who built Venkateswara Swamy temple
A stampede at the Venkateswara Swamy temple in Kasibugga, Andhra Pradesh, claimed the lives of at least nine devotees on Saturday.
Cyclone 'Montha' weakens after Andhra landfall; leaves 1 dead
Cyclone "Montha" made landfall on the Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coasts between Machilipatnam and Kalingapatnam, to the south of Kakinada, on Tuesday.
Cyclone 'Montha' headed toward Andhra coast, landfall in 6 hours
Cyclone "Montha" is expected to make landfall near Kakinada in Andhra Pradesh on Tuesday evening.
IMD issues red alert as Cyclone 'Montha' nears Andhra landfall
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for parts of Andhra Pradesh as the deep depression in the Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into a "severe cyclonic storm" by October 28.
Odisha government approves energy projects worth ₹1.46L crore
The Odisha government has approved 33 investment proposals worth ₹1.46 lakh crore, including a major coal-to-chemical project by Adani Enterprises Limited.
How Odisha plans to become an aviation hub in India
The Odisha government has approved the 'B-MAAN' scheme (Building and Management of Aviation Assets and Network) with a whopping budget of ₹14,182 crore.
Cyclone 'Montha' likely to form over Bay of Bengal
Chennai and its neighboring areas are on high alert as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts a cyclonic system over the Bay of Bengal.
Andhra bus fire: Vehicle had 16 challans for traffic violations
The Kaveri Travels bus that caught fire in Andhra Pradesh's Kurnool district, killing at least 20 passengers, had a long history of traffic violations.
Bank holidays: Check state-wise closures for Diwali 2025
As India gears up for Diwali 2025, a series of bank holidays are on the cards.
Durgapur gang-rape case: Mamata defends remarks; police arrest fourth accused
The West Bengal Police have arrested a fourth suspect in the alleged gang-rape of a second-year medical student from Odisha in Durgapur.
IMD predicts heavy rainfall in southern states till October 18
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted widespread rainfall and thunderstorms across southern states, including Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana, till October 18.
'How she came out at night?' Mamata on Durgapur gang-rape
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has described the gang-rape of a medical student in Durgapur as a "shocking" incident.
'Durgapur medical student gang-rape shocking': Mamata Banerjee's first statement
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has called the alleged gang rape of a medical student in Durgapur "shocking."
Durgapur gang-rape: NCW suggests probing survivor's friend, political controversy erupts
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has suggested that the police should interrogate a friend of a 23-year-old Odisha college student, who was allegedly gang-raped in West Bengal's Durgapur.
West Bengal: 3 arrested for gang-rape of Odisha MBBS student
Three men have been arrested for the alleged gang-rape of a second-year MBBS student from Odisha's Balasore.
IMD issues orange alert for heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu and southern interior Karnataka. The alert comes as the southwest monsoon season continues to linger over southern India.
Karnataka Cabinet approves 1 paid menstrual leave every month
The Karnataka government has approved a policy granting one day of paid menstrual leave per month to female employees in government offices, private companies, and industries.
Cuttack violence: Curfew, internet shutdown extended; 8 arrests made
A curfew and internet shutdown in Cuttack, Odisha, have been extended as the city attempts to return to normalcy after days of communal violence.
When in Odisha, try these local dishes
Mornings in Odisha are incomplete without the state's traditional breakfast dishes.
36-hour curfew, internet shut down in Cuttack after communal violence
A 36-hour curfew has been imposed in parts of Cuttack, Odisha, after a Durga Puja procession and a later Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) rally turned violent.
Cuttack on high alert after Durga idol immersion violence
Odisha's Cuttack city is on high alert after fresh violence erupted following clashes during Durga Puja idol immersion.
Why Tata Steel has received ₹2,410cr demand notice in Odisha
Tata Steel has been issued a demand notice of ₹2,410.89 crore by the Office of the Deputy Director of Mines, Jajpur.
Who's Dimple Hayathi? Actor booked for abusing domestic help
Telugu actor Dimple Hayathi and her husband Victor David have been accused of abusing their domestic help.
Odisha youth electrocuted at girlfriend's home; family alleges foul play
A young man from Odisha, identified as Biswajit Behera, died of electrocution at his girlfriend's house.
Congress indulged in 'loot tantra' during rule: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched a scathing attack on the Congress party over the Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms.
PM Modi launches BSNL's 'Swadeshi' 4G network
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched the Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited's (BSNL) 'Swadeshi' 4G network from Jharsuguda, Odisha.