New Odisha Age

Global Delegates Review India’s Election Preparedness Under IEVP 2026

Bhubaneswar: Delegates attending the International Election Visitors’ Programme 2026, organised by the Election Commission of India, undertook field visits to polling stations and EVM dispatch centres across multiple regions, including Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry. Observers from countries such as Samoa, Albania, Sierra Leone, and Georgia interacted with election officials on the ground, gaining insights into…

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Amit Shah to Unveil BJP’s Bengal Manifesto Today

Bhubaneswar: Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to launch the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)’s manifesto for West Bengal today, outlining a series of welfare and development promises ahead of upcoming elections. According to party sources, the manifesto is expected to propose a monthly financial assistance of ₹3,000 for beneficiaries of the state’s Lakshmi Bhandar…

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Nitish Kumar Signals Shift to Delhi, BJP-Led Government Likely in Bihar

Bhubaneswar: In a development that could significantly alter Bihar’s political landscape, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Friday indicated his move to national politics, stating that he will travel to Delhi to take oath as a Rajya Sabha member and remain there. Kumar, who arrived from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport, made the announcement amid growing…

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Government Moves Toward 33% Reservation for Women in Legislatures

Bhubaneswar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has consistently emphasized the role of women as a central pillar in building a developed India, with a series of flagship initiatives aimed at strengthening financial inclusion, education, and entrepreneurship among women. Schemes such as Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana, and Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana have significantly…

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Odisha CM Lays Foundation Stone for New Odisha Bhawan in New Delhi

Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi laid the foundation stone for a new Odisha Bhawan in the national capital, a project estimated to cost ₹93.27 crore. The upcoming Odisha Bhawan in New Delhi is designed to reflect the state’s rich heritage and cultural identity. The proposed structure will include three basements, six floors, 45…

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EC Announces Biennial Rajya Sabha Polls for 37 Seats on March 16

Bhubaneswar: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced biennial elections for 37 Rajya Sabha seats across 10 states, with voting scheduled for March 16. The elections are being held to fill seats of members whose terms will end in April. Maharashtra will see the highest number of vacancies with seven seats, followed by Tamil…

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Census Coming Soon: What Will Enumerators Ask About Your Household?

Bhubaneswar: In India’s upcoming national Census, enumerators will collect detailed information on household facilities, family structure, and assets. The data will help the government design welfare schemes, infrastructure plans, and policy frameworks. Key Questions Likely to Be Asked 1. Family Details Name of the head of the household Number of family members 2. Housing Structure…

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Farmers’ Groups Announce Nationwide Protests Over India–US Trade Deal

Bhubaneswar: Several farmers’ organisations, including Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM), its non-political breakaway faction, and the All India Kisan Sabha (AIKS), have criticised the interim India–US trade agreement framework and announced nationwide protests next week. In a statement issued on Saturday, the SKM alleged that the proposed deal amounted to a “total surrender” of Indian agriculture…

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India to Host Global ‘Women in Agriculture’ Conference in March

Bhubaneswar: India is set to host a global Women in Agriculture conference in March, bringing international attention to the often under-recognised role of women in farming and agri-food systems. Women constitute nearly half of India’s agricultural workforce, yet their contributions frequently remain invisible in policy, data, and decision-making. The conference will bring together over 500…

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Opposition Targets Farmer Distress, Law-and-Order Issues; BJD Announces Statewide Protests in Odisha

Bhubaneswar: The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Sunday announced a series of statewide protests, culminating in a massive public rally in Bhubaneswar on February 24, alleging farmer distress, delayed paddy procurement, and a breakdown of law and order under the BJP-led Odisha government. Addressing a press conference, senior BJD leaders Debi Prasad Mishra, Sanjay Das…

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