Bhubaneswar: Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani has proposed a series of systemic reforms to prevent question paper leaks in competitive examinations such as NEET, including the creation of a massive question bank and the expansion of computer-based testing facilities across the country. Speaking on the NEET paper leak issue, Nilekani argued that relying on a single…
Bhubaneswar: Newly appointed Odisha Governor Braj Mohan Ram has said that his appointment to the constitutional post reflects the Bharatiya Janata Party’s recognition of his long-standing commitment and hard work within the organisation. Speaking about his political journey, Ram said he continued working for the party despite being denied an election ticket on three occasions….
Bhubaneswar: The 57th meeting of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council has recommended a series of measures aimed at simplifying tax compliance, reducing the compliance burden on businesses and improving the ease of doing business in India. The recommendations cover changes to arrest and prosecution provisions, reduction in general penalties, wider input tax credit…
Bhubaneswar: Captain Smit Machchhar, an Indian commercial pilot with more than a decade of aviation experience, has drawn international attention after his actions during a serious cockpit incident aboard a Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv. Machchhar was the captain of Flydubai Flight FZ1073, a Boeing 737 MAX 8 carrying 174 people. During the…
Bhubaneswar: The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) has flagged financial irregularities and systemic planning gaps in the management and utilisation of District Mineral Foundation (DMF) funds in Odisha. Principal Accountant General Subu R, IAAS, said the audit found shortcomings in the transfer of funds to local bodies. He said funds released by the…
Bhubaneswar, Odisha: Odisha has completed its Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, with the final voter list published after the revision process that began on May 30, 2026. Chief Electoral Officer R.S. Gopalan said the final roll contains 3,16,32,754 electors. According to the CEO, Odisha had 3,33,99,591 electors before the exercise. The draft roll…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s young swimming talent Aadvika Utkal has brought laurels to the state and the country with an outstanding performance at the 3rd Asian Open School Aquatic Championship 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand. The eight-year-old student of DN Wisdom Tree Global School, Bhubaneswar, represented India at the international championship held at the Assumption University Aquatic Center…
Bhubaneswar: The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) has emerged as a cornerstone of India’s financial inclusion drive since its launch in 2014, significantly expanding access to formal banking and other financial services for underserved communities. According to the latest figures, the number of PMJDY accounts has increased from 14.72 crore in 2015 to 59.09…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Health Minister Mukesh Mahaling has highlighted the state’s move towards digital healthcare, including the use of digital prescriptions and secure online storage of medical records. Mahaling said the initiative is being pursued under the broader digital-health framework associated with Aarogya Setu 2.0, which includes a “Scan and Share” facility. The system allows patients…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida said around 14.73 lakh beneficiaries are currently covered under the state government’s Jashoda Yojana, with the number expected to increase as more children are referred to the concerned committees. Parida said the government is committed to ensuring the welfare and protection of children and stressed that there is…