New Odisha Age

Central Board of Secondary Education Announces Major Language Scheme Changes For Classes 9 And 10 From 2026-27

Bhubaneswar: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced significant changes in the language scheme for Classes 9 and 10 starting from the 2026–27 academic session. In a circular issued on May 15, 2026, the board stated that the revised structure has been aligned with the objectives of the National Education Policy 2020 and…

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Riteish Deshmukh Says Cast Of ‘Raja Shivaji’ Worked Without Fees Out Of Mutual Respect

Bhubaneswar: Actor and filmmaker Riteish Deshmukh has revealed that the ensemble cast of his upcoming film Raja Shivaji chose to work on the project without charging any fees. Speaking in a recent interview with Live Times, Riteish spoke about the strong personal and professional relationships he shares with actors including Salman Khan and Abhishek Bachchan….

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Conclave on “IBC at Ten: Innovation, Reform & Emerging Challenges”

Bhubaneswar: A conclave on the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 was successfully organised on 18th April 2026 at The Park, Kolkata with the theme “IBC at Ten: Innovation, Reform & Emerging Challenges”. The conclave was conducted by the Insolvency Professional Agency of the Institute of Cost Accountants of India (IPA-ICMAI) in collaboration with the Association of Corporate Advisers & Executives…

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Shivraj Singh Chouhan Chairs High-Level Meeting On Resource Conservation Following PM Modi’s Appeal

Bhubaneswar: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan chaired a high-level meeting at Krishi Bhavan in New Delhi with senior officials from the Ministry of Agriculture, Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), the Ministry of Rural Development and the Department of Land Resources following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent appeal for prudent use of national resources….

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NEET To Shift To Computer-Based Format From Next Year, Says Dharmendra Pradhan

Bhubaneswar: The Central Government has announced that the NEET will be conducted in a computer-based test format from next year as part of efforts to strengthen examination security and improve transparency. The move is aimed at addressing concerns related to paper leaks, OMR sheet manipulation and broader issues surrounding the integrity of the examination process….

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Khan Sir Criticises National Testing Agency Over Cancellation Of NEET-UG 2026

Bhubaneswar: Educator Khan Sir sharply criticised the National Testing Agency (NTA) following the cancellation of the NEET-UG 2026 examination, alleging serious administrative failures and demanding strict accountability. Speaking to reporters in Noida, Khan Sir said that while the examination might appear to be “just a single paper” for the agency, it represents the future and…

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India Global Review Plans Global Expansion Across Multiple Regions

Bhubaneswar: Senior journalist Palki Sharma has launched India Global Review (IGR), a digital-first global media platform headquartered in India and focused on covering international affairs from an Indian perspective. The newly launched platform plans to expand its presence across the United States, Europe, West Asia, South Asia and Africa while operating primarily through internet-based and…

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Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test 2026 To Be Held On June 21; Admit Cards Available From June 9

Bhubaneswar: Board of Secondary Education Odisha has announced the schedule for the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) 2026, which will be conducted on June 21, 2026 across the state. According to the official notification issued by BSE Odisha, the examination will be held in two sittings. Paper I is scheduled from 9:00 AM to 11:30…

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1,000+ Attendees and 100+ CMOs Expected at the 8th Edition of Brand World Summit

Bhubaneswar: ETBrandEquity.com, India’s leading platform for marketing and advertising news, is bringing back its flagship event — the Brand World Summit (BWS) 2026. The 8th edition will be held on July 3, 2026, in Mumbai, at Grand Hyatt bringing together the country’s top CMOs, brand leaders, and marketing decision-makers under one roof. India’s advertising market…

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‘Karuppu’ builds massive buzz ahead of release as Suriya returns in dual role

Bhubaneswar: Karuppu, directed by RJ Balaji in his action directorial debut, has generated strong anticipation ahead of its release, with advance bookings witnessing a sharp rise across several markets. The film features Suriya in a dual role as lawyer Saravanan and the possessed deity Karuppuswamy, with the narrative centred on the fight against injustice faced…

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