Bhubaneswar, Aug. 1: IIT Bhubaneswar has achieved its highest-ever campus placement performance, with more than 500 students securing job offers during the 2025–26 placement season, the institute announced on Saturday. The placement drive, which commenced in October 2025 and concluded in July 2026, witnessed participation from leading public and private sector organisations across software, information…
Bhubaneswar: As Bhubaneswar strengthens its reputation as an education hub, the city’s public libraries are facing mounting pressure from a growing number of students and competitive examination aspirants seeking affordable and quiet study spaces. Major government-run libraries, including the Harekrushna Mahatab State Library, Santhakabi Bhima Bhoi Library, Jayadev Bhawan Library, and the Sahid Nagar Integrated…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s transition to electric buses is not only reducing emissions but also transforming the working conditions of public transport drivers, with many reporting better health, greater comfort and improved work-life balance after switching from diesel vehicles. Drivers who spent decades operating diesel buses and trucks say fixed eight-hour shifts, air-conditioned cabins and gearless electric…
Bhubaneswar: The City of Joy witnessed an intense competition among 50 corporate motoring teams as they competed to win the top honours in one of India’s largest motoring events The iLEAD WHEELS 9th Car Treasure Hunt 2026 – a unique motoring hunt designed exclusively for the corporate executives of Kolkata, who battled for supremacy in a contest…
Strengthening its rice crop protection portfolio, UPL’s Ricebeaux, a early post rice herbicide developed over 10 years of research and validated through multi-locational trials offers broad-spectrum control of grasses, sedges and broadleaf weeds in rice cultivation. Bhubaneswar: UPL Sustainable Agri Solutions, a global leader in crop protection and agri-business, today announced the launch of Ricebeaux, a smart…
Bhubaneswar: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned from the Council of Ministers on July 25, 2026, marking a significant political development amid months of controversy surrounding alleged examination paper leaks and widespread student protests. The paper leak allegations, which initially sparked concern among students and parents, gradually evolved into a nationwide movement demanding greater accountability…
Bhubaneswar: The Chief Spokesperson of the Cockroach Janta Party, Saurav Das, on Sunday said the administration had initiated efforts to open a dialogue with the government, adding that the party remains willing to engage in discussions despite the delay. Speaking to the media, Das said the administration had approached them for talks, but alleged that…
Bhubaneswar: Official data presented in the Odisha Legislative Assembly has identified the five districts that recorded the highest number of reported crimes against women in 2025. According to the figures placed before the House, Jajpur topped the list, followed by Ganjam, Khordha, Mayurbhanj, and Cuttack. The data has once again drawn attention to women’s safety…
Bhubaneswar: The Supreme Court has observed that introducing a third language from Class 6, instead of Class 9, could help reduce academic pressure on students as they approach board examinations. The remarks were made by a Bench comprising Justice B. V. Nagarathna and Justice R. Mahadevan while hearing a petition concerning the establishment of Jawahar…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s rise as a leading sports destination received global recognition after Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted Bhubaneswar’s rugby initiative while addressing the Indian diaspora in Auckland, New Zealand. Referring to the India–New Zealand Rugby Coaching Programme held at Kalinga Stadium in May, the Prime Minister described it as “a great start” towards deeper cooperation…