New Odisha Age

iLEAD and Alliance Française du Bengale Join Hands to Promote French Language Learning and Cultural Exchange

Bhubaneswar: The Institute of Leadership, Entrepreneurship and Development (iLEAD) and Alliance Française du Bengale have entered into a strategic collaboration aimed at promoting French language learning and cultural education among students and facilitating greater cultural exchange and opportunities. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed at the iLEAD campus in Topsia, Kolkata, marking an important…

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Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme: Building India’s Electronics Backbone

Bhubaneswar: Electronics have become an essential part of modern economies, powering sectors ranging from communication and healthcare to transport, finance, manufacturing and digital infrastructure. From smartphones and automobiles to telecom networks and industrial systems, electronics are driving technological advancement and economic competitiveness. Strengthening domestic component manufacturing is therefore a key step towards improving technological resilience,…

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DRAT & DRTs in Kolkata are brought under one roof strengthening frameworks for adjudication & building better co-ordination

Bhubaneswar: From now onwards there would be a paradigm shift in ease of adjudication by way of greater co-ordination as the Debt Recovery Appellate Tribunal and Debt Recovery Tribunals under its jurisdiction are brought under a single roof. Dignitaries of banks and financial institutions attended the inaugural ceremony. The Debt Recovery Appellate Tribunal hosted its…

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Tata Hitachi Inaugurates New Warehouse at Kharagpur Plant, Strengthening Supply Chain and Customer Support

Bhubaneswar: Tata Hitachi Construction Machinery Company Private Limited, one of India’s leading construction equipment manufacturers, has inaugurated a new warehouse at its Kharagpur manufacturing facility in West Bengal, further strengthening its supply chain capabilities and commitment to delivering faster, more reliable support to customers across the country. The new warehouse was inaugurated in presence of…

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Bhubaneswar Police Issue Guidelines for Ganesh Puja 2026

Bhubaneswar: The Bhubaneswar Commissionerate Police has issued detailed guidelines for Ganesh Puja 2026, urging organisers and devotees to ensure a safe and peaceful celebration. As per the guidelines, DJ music and crackers have been prohibited, while melody and cultural programmes will be permitted only until 10:00 pm. Idol immersion will be conducted on September 16,…

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Odisha Strengthens Skill Development and Digital Learning

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government’s Higher Education Department has signed MoUs with CSRBOX, Naandi Foundation, and Odisha Knowledge Corporation Ltd (OKCL) to expand skill development and digital learning opportunities for students across the state. The initiatives will provide training in Artificial Intelligence, digital literacy, financial literacy, and communication skills to more than 1.25 lakh students, with…

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Odisha Government Reduces Penalties for PUCC Violations

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has significantly reduced penalties for violations related to Pollution Under Control Certificate (PUCC) requirements, bringing relief to vehicle owners across the state. Under the revised penalty structure, fines will now range from ₹1,000 to ₹6,000, depending on the type of vehicle and whether the violation is a first-time or repeat offence….

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Retired Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra Appointed First Full-Time CEO of Ram Temple Trust

Bhubaneswar: In a significant administrative move, retired Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra has been appointed as the first full-time Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust in Ayodhya. The appointment is aimed at strengthening the professional and administrative framework for managing the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple and its expanding operations. Mishra…

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Four-Year-Old Elena Mishra Becomes Youngest Female Chess Player With Official FIDE Rating

Bhubaneswar: Four-year-old Elena Mishra has created a remarkable milestone in chess by becoming the youngest female player to hold an official FIDE rating at the age of 4 years, 6 months and 16 days. Elena achieved the feat with a Blitz rating of 1432 at the Odisha State Blitz FIDE Rating Open Chess Championship 2026,…

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Srimandir Nata Mandap Now Air-Conditioned for a More Comfortable Devotee Experience

Bhubaneswar: Devotees visiting the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri can now experience a more comfortable environment during darshan, with the historic Nata Mandap equipped with an air-conditioning facility. The system, installed by the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA), became fully operational on Monday. The facility is expected to provide relief to devotees, particularly during periods…

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