New Odisha Age

OTET 2026 Schedule Announced; Applications from March 26

Bhubaneswar: The Board of Secondary Education has officially announced the schedule for the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) 2026, a mandatory qualification for candidates aspiring to become teachers in the state. Key Dates Application Window: March 26 to April 9, 2026 (online mode) Admit Card Release: May 15, 2026 Examination Date: May 29, 2026 Candidates…

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Aakash Institute Launches Specialized Academic Programs for WBCHSE Students

Bhubaneswar: Aakash Institute today announced the launch of its Specialized Academic Programs designed specifically for students of the West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE). The initiative is aimed at helping students adapt to the evolving academic structure under the new semester-based system while simultaneously preparing for competitive examinations such as NEET and WBJEE….

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Odisha Govt to Distribute Sports Kits in 485 Maoist-Affected Villages Under Gramodaya Campaign

Bhubaneswar: The Government of Odisha has launched a major initiative to promote sports and youth engagement in remote and Maoist-affected regions under its “Gramodaya” campaign. As part of the programme, the Department of Sports and Youth Services will distribute sports kits to 485 villages across 10 districts in the state, aiming to integrate youth into…

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Rajnath Singh Calls for Stronger Public-Private Partnership to Boost India’s Sports Economy

Bhubaneswar: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday called for greater collaboration between the government and private sector to strengthen India’s sports ecosystem and enhance the country’s presence on the global sporting stage. Addressing a gathering during the Aditya Birla Memorial Polo Cup Final in New Delhi on March 15, the minister said the government is…

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PM Mudra Yojana Offers Collateral-Free Loans up to ₹20 Lakh to Boost Small Businesses

Bhubaneswar: The Government of India continues to strengthen financial support for small entrepreneurs through the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY), which provides collateral-free loans of up to ₹20 lakh to micro and small enterprises across the country. Launched in 2015, the scheme aims to promote entrepreneurship and self-employment by enabling easy access to institutional credit…

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Times Prime Turns Valentine Season into a 10-Day Members Celebration with Daily Surprises and Exclusive Experiences

Bhubaneswar: Times Prime, India’s premium lifestyle membership platform, is celebrating its members this Valentine season with the second edition of Love All Members Fest, a 10-day member-first celebration running from February 6 to February 15. The fest brings together exclusive offers, new brand partnerships, and curated experiences across gifting, entertainment, beauty, wellness, and lifestyle categories….

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Teacher Shortage in Odisha Adarsh Vidyalayas; Recruitment Process Underway

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan (OAVS) is facing a significant shortage of teaching staff, with 1,829 positions currently vacant across Odisha Adarsha Vidyalayas (OAVs), according to official information. Authorities said the recruitment process is currently underway to fill the vacancies and strengthen academic support in the state-run schools. To minimise disruption to classroom teaching,…

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Odisha Marks 12 Years of Odia’s Classical Language Status

Bhubaneswar: Odisha on March 11 marked 12 years since Odia language was officially recognised as a Classical Language of India, a milestone that honours the language’s deep historical and cultural legacy. On this day in 2014, the Union Cabinet of India granted Odia the prestigious Classical Language status, making it the sixth language in the…

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Two Candidates from Odisha Feature in UPSC Civil Services Merit List

Bhubaneswar: The Union Public Service Commission on Friday announced the final results of the Civil Services Examination 2025, with 958 candidates successfully clearing the rigorous three-stage selection process. Topping the national merit list is Anuj Agnihotri, followed by Rajeshwari Suve M in second place and Akansh Dhull in third. The top ten candidates also include…

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Karnataka’s Social Media Ban for Children: A Necessary Pause or Policy Paradox?

Bhubaneswar: It is a striking paradox. The state that hosts Bengaluru—India’s technology capital and the nerve centre for global giants such as Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and IBM—has now chosen to take one of the country’s toughest stances on digital access for children. In his annual budget speech, Siddaramaiah, the Chief Minister of Karnataka, announced that…

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