Bhubaneswar: Three Indian seafarers have been confirmed dead following a US military strike on the Palau-flagged commercial vessel MT Settebello off the coast of Oman, prompting a strong diplomatic protest from India and renewed concerns over the safety of civilian shipping in the region. Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal described the…
Bhubaneswar: Bollywood actress and BJP MP visited Bhubaneswar on Friday to attend the premiere screening of her latest film,, and appealed to the Odisha government to grant the movie tax-free status in the state. The film is based on the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks and aims to highlight the courage, sacrifice and resilience displayed by…
Bhubaneswar: At least 21 people lost their lives and more than 40 others were rescued after a massive fire engulfed a hotel in the Malviya Nagar area of South Delhi on Wednesday morning, triggering panic among guests and staff trapped inside the smoke-filled building. The fire broke out at Flourish Stay B&B, a property operating…
BHUBANESWAR: Odisha Police have stepped up surveillance and verification measures in border districts and coastal areas following a major crackdown on suspected illegal Bangladeshi infiltrators in neighbouring West Bengal. Authorities have placed several districts on high alert amid concerns that individuals leaving West Bengal during the ongoing enforcement drive could attempt to enter and settle…
Bhubaneswar: The Central government is reportedly exploring the possibility of using aircraft of the Indian Air Force to transport question papers for the upcoming NEET-UG retest, as part of efforts to prevent leaks and ensure maximum security during the examination process. The proposal comes in the aftermath of the NEET-UG paper leak controversy that led…
BHUBANESWAR: Nabarangpur district has recorded the highest prevalence of child marriage in Odisha, highlighting the continued challenge of ending the practice despite sustained government interventions and awareness campaigns. Official data indicate that child marriage prevalence in the district stands at 39.4 per cent. Authorities have been actively working to prevent underage marriages, stopping hundreds of…
Bhubaneswar: The Delhi High Court on Tuesday observed that criticism of a political decision falls within the scope of public discourse while hearing a plea filed by Raghav Chadha seeking removal of allegedly defamatory online content. During the hearing, Justice Subramonium Prasad remarked that, prima facie, the matter did not appear to involve a violation…
Bhubaneswar: Hamza Burhan, one of the alleged masterminds linked to the 2019 Pulwama attack that killed more than 40 CRPF personnel, has reportedly been shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Burhan, also known by the alias “Doctor,” was designated as a terrorist by the Ministry of Home Affairs in 2022. His real name…
Bhubaneswar: Amit Shah has honoured senior officers of the Odisha Police for their role in making Odisha free from Naxal activity as of March 31, 2026. During the felicitation event, the Union Home Minister praised the coordinated efforts, determination and operational success of the Odisha Police and Central Armed Police Forces in eliminating Maoist influence…
Bhubaneswar: Indian Institute of Technology Ropar has initiated prompt action following a complaint filed by a PhD research scholar against a faculty member, stating that the matter is being handled with utmost seriousness and in accordance with the law. Within 24 hours of receiving the complaint, the institute’s Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) took cognisance and…