Bhubaneswar: The Orissa High Court has fixed January 27, 2026, for hearing a public interest litigation (PIL) alleging government inaction against members of the Odisha Administrative Service (OAS) Association and the Orissa Revenue Employees Sangha (ORES) who had gone on strike in violation of service conduct rules. The PIL seeks strict enforcement of the Orissa…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Vigilance on Monday apprehended Sri Bijay Kumar Barik, Inspector-in-Charge (IIC) of CRRI Police Station, Cuttack, while allegedly accepting a bribe of ₹40,000 from a licensed liquor vendor. According to vigilance sources, the bribe was demanded and accepted to allow the liquor business to operate smoothly without interference. The IIC was caught red-handed during…
Bhubaneswar: Indian Railways is set to introduce airline-style baggage screening and weight checks at select major stations across the country as part of its efforts to enhance passenger safety, reduce congestion, and improve overall travel efficiency. Under the new system, passengers’ luggage will be screened and weighed before boarding, similar to procedures followed at airports….
Bhubaneswar: Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman, who was recently bought by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, has been asked to be released from the franchise following a directive from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Mustafizur, 30, was snapped up by KKR for ₹9.20 crore at…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has unveiled a significant overhaul of the state’s school education framework, signaling a shift toward structural consolidation and greater employment security for teachers. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced that the existing secondary and higher secondary education boards will be merged into a single unified entity, a move aimed at improving…
Bhubaneswar: Accessing legal help has become simpler and more accessible with the launch of Nyaya Setu, a citizen-centric initiative designed to deliver Ease of Justice directly through WhatsApp. By merely verifying their mobile number, users can access a unified digital interface that provides legal information, guidance, and pathways to professional assistance. Nyaya Setu acts as…
Bhubaneswar: The Central government has issued strict directions to all Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers, making the timely submission of their annual Immovable Property Return (IPR) mandatory, with clear penalties for non-compliance. Officers who fail to file their IPRs on time will face stalled promotions and possible disciplinary action. The Department of Personnel and Training…
Bhubaneswar: Producer Kumar Mangat Pathak has confirmed that actor Jaideep Ahlawat will step into the role originally played by Akshaye Khanna in the upcoming Drishyam sequel, following a fallout over remuneration and creative disagreements. Speaking candidly about the casting change, Pathak alleged that Akshaye Khanna demanded a fee hike to ₹21 crore after initial negotiations…
Bhubaneswar: In a move aimed at improving accessibility and convenience for vehicle owners, the State Transport Authority (STA) of Odisha has announced that e-challans for traffic violations can now be paid both online and offline. The decision is expected to benefit people who face difficulties with digital-only payment systems. The STA has instructed all Regional…
Bhubaneswar: Senior IAS officer Anu Garg has been appointed as the new Chief Secretary of Odisha, succeeding Manoj Ahuja, who is set to retire on December 31, 2025. With this appointment, Garg becomes the first woman to hold the state’s top bureaucratic post. A 1991-batch IAS officer, Garg is currently serving as Development Commissioner and…
