New Odisha Age

Category: national politics

India’s Past Decline Linked to Neglect of Security, Says NSA Ajit Doval at Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on Saturday cautioned that India’s historical decline stemmed not from aggression but from a failure to adequately safeguard its security, urging young leaders to remain constantly vigilant to protect the nation’s sovereignty and future. Speaking at the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue at Bharat Mandapam, Doval addressed over 3,000…

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Somnath Swabhiman Parv Marks a Millennium of Resilience and Revival

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Bhubaneswar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the Somnath Temple marked the commencement of Somnath Swabhiman Parv, a four-day celebration from January 8 to 11, commemorating 1,000 years since the first desecration of the sacred shrine in 1026 and honouring its extraordinary history of 17 reconstructions despite repeated invasions. The Prime Minister participated in a…

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BJD Slams BJP Government’s Mismanagement of PUC Enforcement, Stands with People of Odisha

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Bhubaneswar: The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) strongly condemns the BJP government’s grossly mismanaged handling of the Pollution Under Control (PUC) Certificate enforcement in Odisha, which has caused widespread hardship and inconvenience to ordinary citizens. The sudden announcement of the “No PUC, No Fuel” rule from January 1, 2026, without adequate preparation, led to chaos across…

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Amit Shah Inaugurates India’s First National IED Data Management System

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Bhubaneswar: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday inaugurated India’s first National IED Data Management System (NIDMS), marking a major milestone in strengthening the country’s counter-IED capabilities and overall internal security framework. Developed by the National Security Guard (NSG), the NIDMS is a secure, national-level digital platform designed to enable the systematic collection, collation, analysis…

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Odisha Cabinet Approves Three New Skill Campuses to Boost Workforce Readiness

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Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Cabinet has approved the establishment of three new skill development campuses across the state, aimed at strengthening sector-specific training and enhancing employment opportunities for youth. The approved campuses include: Campus II, Bhubaneswar: Focused on advanced sectors such as semiconductors, IT/ITES, and aerospace, catering to emerging technology-driven industries. Campus III, Berhampur: Dedicated to…

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Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Celebrates Global Indian Diaspora’s Economic and Cultural Contributions

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Bhubaneswar: Pravasi Bharatiya Divas is being observed to recognise the immense contributions of Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) to India’s economic growth, global standing and cultural influence, even in the absence of a major convention this year. India’s diaspora continues to play a critical role in strengthening the country’s economy, with…

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Centre Reiterates Commitment to Strengthening Odisha’s School Education System: Dharmendra Pradhan

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Bhubaneswar: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Thursday reaffirmed the Centre’s commitment to strengthening Odisha’s school education system in line with the vision of ‘Samruddha Odisha’ (Developed Odisha) by 2036. He emphasised that the Narendra Modi-led government remains fully committed to supporting the state in transforming its education landscape and preparing future-ready generations. Pradhan made…

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Former Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu Inaugurates ‘Atal Van’ Eco-Park at Lok Seva Bhawan

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Bhubaneswar: Former Vice President of India Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu today inaugurated ‘Atal Van’, a newly developed eco-park at the Lok Seva Bhawan premises. The park has been named in honour of former Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee, in recognition of his visionary leadership and lasting contribution to nation-building. The inaugural programme…

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ICC Rejects Bangladesh’s Request to Shift Group Matches from India, Cites No Credible Security Threats

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Bhubaneswar: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has rejected the Bangladesh Cricket Board’s (BCB) request to relocate its Group C matches from Kolkata and Mumbai, stating that there are no credible security threats to warrant a change of venues ahead of the February ICC tournament co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The decision was communicated during…

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Minority Under Siege: What the Killings of Hindus Reveal About Bangladesh’s Institutional Drift

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Bhubaneswar: The killing of Mani Chakraborty, a Hindu grocery trader in Narsingdi, is not merely another entry in Bangladesh’s crime statistics. It is the sixth fatal attack on Hindu men in less than three weeks, and together these killings form a troubling pattern that speaks less about individual acts of violence and more about a…

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