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Food safety officials and the Puri district administration conducted a second raid on unlicensed khaja-making units within 13 days, sealing five units, destroying 15 quintals of khaja…
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Virat Kohli has become only the second batter after Sachin Tendulkar to reach 15,000 runs in ODI cricket. He achieved the landmark in his 303rd innings, 74 innings fewer than Tendulkar,…
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Gold and silver prices fell sharply on September 28 after reaching record levels, with MCX gold dropping over ₹2,600 per 10 grams and silver declining by nearly ₹6,000 per kg. The…
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Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida inaugurated the Khandagiri–Udayagiri Light & Sound Show in Bhubaneswar, offering visitors an immersive experience of the ancient caves…
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TRAI has directed telecom operators to provide voice and SMS-only recharge options for prepaid users, including plans with 30-day validity. The move is aimed at giving low-data users…
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The Supreme Court has declined to grant an interim stay on the proposed Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) for certain UPI transactions and issued notices to the Centre, RBI and NPCI. The…
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Three minor boys have gone missing after leaving home for tuition in Bhubaneswar, with police launching a multi-team search operation across Chandrasekharpur, Patharagadia and nearby…
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Floodwaters from Chhattisgarh have intensified the flood situation across Odisha, with Hirakud Dam releasing water through 28 gates amid rising inflows. The Mahanadi, Subarnarekha,…
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Odisha marked World Tourism Day 2026 with a focus on digital innovation, sustainable tourism and community participation, signing MoUs for homestay financing, heritage and adventure…
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More than 10,000 runners joined a synchronised Promo Run across 32 locations in Odisha on World Tourism Day, promoting fitness, tourism and the OMC Puri Coastal Marathon 2026.
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