Kohli, Kuldeep Seek Blessings at Mahakaleshwar Ahead of Series-Deciding ODI

Bhubaneswar: Ahead of the series-deciding third One-Day International against New Zealand in Indore, India stalwarts Virat Kohli and Kuldeep Yadav on Saturday visited the Shree Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain to attend the revered Bhasma Aarti. The visit came on the eve of a high-stakes encounter, with the three-match ODI series currently level at 1–1. India…

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IndiQube Expands to Bhubaneswar, Strengthens Presence in East India

Bhubaneswar: Bengaluru-based tech-enabled workspace solutions provider IndiQube has announced its entry into Bhubaneswar, Odisha, marking its 17th city of operations across India. With this launch, Bhubaneswar becomes IndiQube’s second market in East India after Kolkata, underscoring the company’s strategy to scale in emerging urban centres. The new IndiQube facility spans over 45,000 square feet and…

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Virat Kohli Surpasses Sangakkara to Become Second-Highest Run-Scorer in Men’s International Cricket

Bhubaneswar: Indian batting icon Virat Kohli etched his name deeper into cricketing history by surpassing former Sri Lanka great Kumar Sangakkara to claim the second position in the all-time men’s international run-scoring charts, moving closer to the legendary Sachin Tendulkar. Kohli achieved the milestone during a composed and authoritative knock of 93, continuing his remarkable…

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Viksit Bharat Young Leaders’ Dialogue 2026: Platform Set for Youth-Led Ideas and Innovation

Bhubaneswar: The stage is set for the second edition of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders’ Dialogue 2026, a national initiative aimed at providing a powerful platform to India’s young change-makers to present their vision and innovative ideas for the country’s development. Building on the momentum of its inaugural edition, the Dialogue will bring together dynamic…

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Odisha Cabinet Approves Three New Skill Campuses to Boost Workforce Readiness

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Cabinet has approved the establishment of three new skill development campuses across the state, aimed at strengthening sector-specific training and enhancing employment opportunities for youth. The approved campuses include: Campus II, Bhubaneswar: Focused on advanced sectors such as semiconductors, IT/ITES, and aerospace, catering to emerging technology-driven industries. Campus III, Berhampur: Dedicated to…

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Labour Reforms under Atmanirbhar Bharat: Expanding Social Security and Worker Protection

Bhubaneswar: As part of the Atmanirbhar Bharat reform agenda, the Government of India has undertaken far-reaching labour reforms aimed at formalising employment, improving working conditions, and extending social security coverage across sectors, including Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs). Under the Social Security Code, 2020, MSEs have been brought within the ambit of statutory social security…

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OSSC Notifies Recruitment for Group B & C Specialist Posts; 84 Vacancies for Food Safety Officers

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has announced recruitment for Group B and Group C specialist posts across various state government departments. As part of this drive, 84 vacancies have been notified for the post of Food Safety Officer (FSO). The FSO position carries a pay scale of Level 9 under the Odisha Revised…

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KIIT, KISS Founder Dr Achyuta Samanta Elected Chief Patron of Volleyball Federation of India

Bhubaneswar: Founder of KIIT and KISS, Dr Achyuta Samanta, has been unanimously elected as the Chief Patron of the Volleyball Federation of India (VFI) for a four-year term. The decision was taken during the annual General Council meeting of the VFI in Varanasi, held on the sidelines of the 72nd Senior National Volleyball Championship, which…

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IAS Officer Rajendrakumar Patel Suspended Following ED Arrest Under PMLA

Bhubaneswar: The Gujarat government has placed IAS officer Rajendrakumar Patel under suspension after his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on January 2 under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), officials confirmed on Saturday. The suspension has been ordered in accordance with All India Services (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, which provide…

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State-of-the-Art Indoor Swimming Pool Inaugurated at Tamando

Bhubaneswar: Odisha Sports Minister Suryabanshi Suraj on Monday inaugurated a 25-metre state-of-the-art indoor swimming pool at the Government College of Physical Education (GCPE) in the Tamando area of Bhubaneswar, marking a significant step towards strengthening aquatic sports infrastructure in the state. The facility, constructed by the Odisha Bridge and Construction Corporation (OBCC) at a cost…

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