Bhubaneswar: The Supreme Court of India has upheld its earlier directions on stray dog management, stating that the right to life with dignity under Article 21 of the Constitution includes the right of citizens to move freely in public spaces without fear of dog attacks. A bench headed by Justice Vikram Nath refused to recall…
Bhubaneswar: P.C. Chandra Group, an 85 plus-year legacy and one of the leading business houses from the East, with its esteemed luxury jewellery brand P.C. Chandra Jewellers, conferred the prestigious 33rd P.C. Chandra Puraskaar upon the legendary wordsmith Shri Javed Akhtar at a grand ceremony in Kolkata. Instituted by the P.C. Chandra Group, this award recognizes…
Bhubaneswar: The Government of Odisha is set to launch the ‘Mo Gaon Mo Tahasil’ scheme aimed at bringing revenue and land-related services directly to rural residents across the state. The initiative is designed to reduce the need for villagers to travel long distances to tahasil offices for routine revenue services and grievance resolution. Under the…
Bhubaneswar: Vijay has reportedly issued strict directions that public convenience must remain the top priority during convoy movement of leaders and ministers across Tamil Nadu, with an emphasis on avoiding unnecessary road blockades and prolonged traffic stoppages. Following the Chief Minister’s instructions, authorities implemented special parallel traffic arrangements during convoy movement to ensure minimal disruption…
Bhubaneswar: The “Biswa Bangla” logo is being removed from several official platforms and public infrastructure projects across West Bengal and replaced with India’s national emblem, the Ashoka Stambh. One of the most visible changes has been observed at the Salt Lake Stadium, where the earlier “Biswa Bangla” signage has been replaced with the national emblem….
Bhubaneswar: The Central Board of Secondary Education has announced key reforms introduced under its new On-Screen Marking (OSM) system for Class XII examinations during a press briefing held on May 17, 2026. The board stated that the technology-driven evaluation mechanism has been implemented to improve accuracy, transparency and efficiency in the assessment process for students…
Bhubaneswar: The West Bengal government has initiated a massive statewide re-verification exercise covering nearly 1.69 crore Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST) and Other Backward Classes (OBC) caste certificates issued since 2011 amid concerns over the authenticity of several documents. According to official figures, the review will include around 1 crore SC certificates, nearly 21…
Bhubaneswar: In a unique initiative blending public awareness, correctional education and experiential tourism, Shiv Pratap Shukla on Tuesday inaugurated the “Feel the Jail” experience centre and a new Jail Museum at Chanchalguda Central Jail. The programme, also known as “Jail Anubhavam,” allows ordinary citizens to voluntarily experience simulated prison life within a controlled and supervised…
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….
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…