FarmB Showcases Odisha Food Processing Potential in Abu Dhabi
Rashmi Sahu Represents FarmB at Odisha Investor Meet in UAE Odisha food industry Vishweshwar Foods Private Limited, called FarmB, was…
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Odisha Suspects International Smuggling Behind 5 Orangutans
Five orangutans were found in Odisha’s Bhograi area. Authorities suspect international smuggling and ordered a joint investigation.
Odisha Governor Meets Amit Shah, Discusses State Development
Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati met Amit Shah in Delhi. They discussed security, development and tribal welfare.
BJD Plans to Corner Centre in Parliament
BJD has finalized an 11-point agenda to question the Central Government in Parliament. The party will focus on Odisha’s farmers, coal royalty, the Mahanadi dispute, inflation, the NEET paper leak, and law and order.
One Year Later, FM College Case Awaits Final Chargesheet
The FM College self-immolation case has completed one year without a final chargesheet. The victim’s family has urged authorities to speed up the investigation and begin the trial.
Puri Makes Public Toilets Paid
Puri will soon charge ₹10 for every public toilet visit. The decision has triggered criticism because the city already faces a shortage of functional toilets.
₹5.15 Crore River Embankment Road Damaged Within a Month
Residents alleged poor construction after a newly built ₹5.15 crore river embankment road developed cracks and damaged asphalt within weeks of completion.
Puri Administration Deploys Director, Technical Teams
The Puri administration has assigned senior officials and technical teams to oversee the three chariots during Rath Yatra and Bahuda Yatra, ensuring safety and smooth coordination.
Revenue, PR Dept. Clash Over ₹283cr Minor Mineral Royalty
The Odisha government has launched an investigation after audit findings revealed that ₹283 crore in minor mineral royalty was deposited in tehsildars’ bank accounts instead of the government treasury between 2023-24 and 2025-26.
Rainwater Floods Swapneswar Mahadev Temple
Heavy rainwater flooded the Swapneswar Mahadev Temple in Athagarh, Cuttack. Devotees entered the waterlogged temple to offer prayers and urged authorities to resolve the recurring problem.
ISKCON Faces Criticism Over Off-Schedule Rath Yatra
ISKCON organized off-schedule Rath Yatra and Snana Yatra events in Canada, the UK, Germany, and other countries. The celebrations have triggered protests and renewed debate over adherence to the traditional Jagannath rituals of Puri.
Digha Jagannath Temple drops ‘Dham’ tag
The Digha Jagannath Temple will no longer be called “Dham” and will follow Puri Srimandir traditions, as devotees and authorities welcome the cultural decision.