New Odisha Age

D Birla Institute signs agreement with Brunel University of London to launch global education pathways

Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards expanding global academic opportunities, JD Birla Institute (JDBI), Kolkata, has entered into a strategic academic collaboration with Brunel University of London, a leading UK institution known for its career-focused programs and industry-aligned teaching. The collaboration offers multiple high-impact benefits for JDBI students. One of the most significant highlights is the 3+1…

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Technical Glitch Delays CUET-UG Exam; NTA Announces Retest for Over 3,700 Candidates

Bhubaneswar: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced a retest for more than 3,700 candidates after a technical glitch disrupted the conduct of the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) for undergraduate admissions at several examination centres on Saturday. According to the agency, the examination was delayed due to an error in systems operated by Tata…

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Orissa High Court Rejects Dual-Quota Claim, Upholds Denial of MBBS Seat

Bhubaneswar: The Orissa High Court has ruled that candidates appearing for NEET cannot claim “dual educational privileges” by combining academic credentials from different educational boards to secure eligibility benefits for MBBS admissions. The court dismissed a petition filed by a candidate who sought to combine marks obtained from the Odisha State Board and the National…

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Nabarangpur Records Highest Child Marriage Prevalence in Odisha Despite Ongoing Prevention Efforts

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…

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Odisha Awaits Its Most Vibrant Season as Raja Parba and Ratha Yatra Draw Near

BHUBANESWAR: As the scorching summer gradually gives way to the monsoon, Odisha is preparing for two of its most cherished cultural celebrations—Raja Parba and Ratha Yatra—marking the beginning of what many consider the state’s most vibrant and festive period of the year. The season begins with the celebration of Raja Parba, a unique festival that…

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Kolkata to Host International Day of Yoga 2026 Main Event; Theme Announced as “Yoga for Healthy Aging”

Bhubaneswar: The Ministry of Ayush has announced that Kolkata will host the main national event for the International Day of Yoga 2026 (#IDY2026), with this year’s theme finalised as “Yoga for Healthy Aging.” The announcement was made during the 25-day countdown programme to International Day of Yoga held at Khajuraho Group of Monuments, where thousands…

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Nirmala Sitharaman Dismisses ‘Fear-Mongering’ Over Indian Economy Amid West Asia Crisis

Bhubaneswar: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday defended the resilience of the Indian economy amid the ongoing West Asia crisis, asserting that criticism surrounding Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent appeal to conserve foreign exchange was being misrepresented by critics. Responding to concerns over rising global crude oil prices and economic uncertainty linked to geopolitical…

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Puri To Host BRICS Technical Meeting On Disaster Risk Reduction In June

Bhubaneswar: The second BRICS Technical Meeting on Disaster Risk Reduction, hosted by India, will be held in Puri from June 3 to 5, 2026, bringing together disaster management experts and officials from BRICS nations and partner countries. The high-level meeting will focus on strengthening international cooperation in disaster preparedness, risk reduction, climate resilience, and emergency…

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Odisha’s Jagannath Culture Enters Cinematic Universe With Nationwide Animated Film Release

Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s rich Jagannath tradition is set to reach a wider national and global audience through an ambitious animated feature film titled Mahaprabhu Jagannath, which will release across more than 300 screens in India. The multilingual film, scheduled for release in Hindi, Odia, and Telugu, will mark the launch of the proposed “Sanatan Universe” —…

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Odisha Zoos Implement Special Measures To Protect Animals From Extreme Summer Heat

Bhubaneswar: Authorities at Nandankanan Zoological Park and Sambalpur Zoo have introduced extensive summer heat mitigation measures to protect animals and birds from rising temperatures and severe heat wave conditions across Odisha. Zoo officials said special arrangements have been made to ensure animal comfort and prevent heat-related stress during the peak summer season. As part of…

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