New Odisha Age

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Monsoon Arrives in Northern Odisha; IMD Warns of Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms and Gusty Winds

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Bhubaneswar: After days of intense heat and oppressive humidity, the southwest monsoon has finally advanced into parts of northern and coastal Odisha, bringing welcome relief to residents, farmers and livestock across the state. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the monsoon has entered several districts, including Balasore, Bhadrak, Kendrapada and Jagatsinghpur. Meteorologists noted that…

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Odisha Announces Free Education from KG to PG for Economically Weaker Students

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Bhubaneswar: In a major step towards expanding educational access and promoting social equity, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has announced that the state government will provide free education from kindergarten (KG) to postgraduate (PG) level for students belonging to economically weaker sections of society. The initiative is aimed at ensuring that financial constraints do…

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Odisha Cabinet Approves Major Infrastructure, Housing and Industrial Reforms

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Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Cabinet has approved a series of significant proposals aimed at strengthening urban infrastructure, promoting industrial growth, supporting affordable housing and improving environmental sustainability across the state. One of the key decisions is the construction of a Working Women’s Hostel at the Kalibeti Industrial Estate in Khordha. The project, estimated at Rs 210…

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Odisha Police Deploys 72 Platoons for Debasnana Purnima Security in Puri

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Bhubaneswar: Odisha Police has put in place an extensive security and crowd-management plan for the upcoming Debasnana Purnima celebrations in Puri, with 72 platoons of police personnel set to be deployed to ensure the smooth conduct of the annual ritual on June 29. Director General of Police Yogesh Bahadur Khurania recently reviewed the security, traffic,…

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Odisha Launches ‘Pitha on Wheels’ to Celebrate Raja Festival and Boost Women-Led Enterprises

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Bhubaneswar: In a unique blend of cultural celebration and economic empowerment, the Odisha Government’s Mission Shakti Department has launched ‘Pitha on Wheels’, a mobile food initiative aimed at promoting traditional Odia cuisine while creating greater market opportunities for women entrepreneurs during the Raja Festival. The initiative features specially designed vehicles that travel to different locations,…

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Puri Retains Unique Identity as Jagannath Dham After Digha Project Renaming

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Bhubaneswar: The decision to remove the word “Dham” from the Jagannath project in Digha and rename it as the Digha Jagannath Cultural Centre has been welcomed by many devotees and stakeholders who had expressed concerns over preserving the unique spiritual identity of Puri. For centuries, Jagannath Temple in Puri has been revered as Jagannath Dham,…

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Odisha Schools to Introduce 10 ‘Bagless Days’ Annually Under NEP 2020

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Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards implementing the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the Odisha Government has decided to introduce 10 ‘bagless days’ every academic year for students of Classes VI to VIII in schools across the state. The initiative is aimed at reducing academic pressure on students while encouraging experiential, activity-based, and skill-oriented learning….

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Centre Approves National Gallery of Modern Art Branch in Bhubaneswar with ₹630 Crore Investment

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Bhubaneswar: In a major boost to Odisha’s cultural and artistic landscape, the Centre has approved the establishment of a branch of the National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) in Bhubaneswar with a proposed investment of ₹630 crore. The Ministry of Culture formally communicated its intention to set up the prestigious institution in the Odisha capital…

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NFHS-6 Flags Rising Obesity and Diabetes Risk in Odisha, Urban Areas Most Affected

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Bhubaneswar: Odisha is witnessing a significant rise in obesity and diabetes risk, with the latest findings of the National Family Health Survey (NFHS)-6 (2023-24) revealing a growing public health challenge across the state. According to the survey, nearly three out of every ten women aged 15-49 years in Odisha are now classified as overweight or…

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Hyderabad’s leading design college is now in Warangal SR University collaborates with Hamstech College to launch Bachelor of Design programs

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Bhubaneswar: In a significant move set to redefine creative education in India, Hamstech College of Creative Education has partnered with SR University to establish the SRU School of Design powered by Hamstech. The collaboration brings together Hamstech’s three decades of expertise in design training with SR University’s 150-acre integrated campus, known for its strong academic…

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