New Odisha Age

Category: Youth

Young Athlete Runs 5,000 km Across India to Support Leprosy-Affected Children

Sarmistha Kabi03 mins

Bhubaneswar: Twenty-three-year-old Indian-Australian athlete Om Satija will arrive in Kolkata this Saturday, having completed 2,500 km of an ambitious 5,000 km run across India — from Kanyakumari to Kashmir via Kolkata. His journey, The One India Run, aims to raise awareness and funds for leprosy-affected children supported by Udayan in Barrackpore. Now on Day 48 of a 100-day endurance challenge, Om is averaging 50 km a…

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Invictus 2026: JD Birla Institute’s Flagship Fest Celebrates Talent, Teamwork, and Student Leadership

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: The campus of JD Birla Institute (JDBI), Kolkata, came alive with energy, creativity, and competitive spirit as it hosted the 10th edition of its flagship annual fest, INVICTUS, a vibrant, three-day celebration that brought together talent from across disciplines and institutions. Entirely student-driven, INVICTUS is one of the most anticipated events at JD Birla…

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Vaishali Rameshbabu Wins FIDE Women’s Candidates 2026, Earns World Championship Shot

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: India’s Vaishali Rameshbabu created history by winning the FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament 2026 in Cyprus, securing a place in the Women’s World Chess Championship later this year. Vaishali clinched the title with an impressive 8.5 points in the double round-robin event, sealing her victory with a crucial final-round win over Kateryna Lagno. Her consistent…

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Zelio Expands EV Manufacturing with New Plant in Cuttack

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: Zelio E-Mobility has inaugurated a new electric scooter manufacturing facility in Cuttack, marking a major expansion of its production footprint and its second plant in the country. With the addition of the Cuttack unit, the company’s total production capacity has increased significantly from 72,000 units to 1.8 lakh units annually—registering a 150% jump. The…

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Odisha Girls Score Perfect 500 in CBSE Class 10 Exams

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: Two students from Odisha have achieved a remarkable academic feat by securing a perfect score of 500 out of 500 in the Central Board of Secondary Education Class 10 examinations. Alisha Biswal from Bhubaneswar and Teenaa Rath from Puri credited their success to consistent hard work, discipline, and strong support from their families and…

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CBSE Set for Major Overhaul from 2027 Under NEP 2020

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: India’s school education system is poised for a significant transformation as the Central Board of Secondary Education prepares to implement sweeping reforms from 2027 in line with the National Education Policy 2020. The proposed changes aim to shift the focus from rote learning to a more flexible, skill-oriented, and application-based approach, redefining how students…

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BSE Odisha Extends OTET 2026 Application Deadline to May 9

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Board of Secondary Education Odisha has extended the application deadline for the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) 2026 by one month. Aspirants can now submit their applications until May 9, 2026. The decision comes after several candidates were unable to complete their applications before the earlier deadline of April 9. Officials expect the…

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Women’s Reservation Law to Be Implemented by 2029

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: India’s landmark legislation, the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, guarantees 33% reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies, marking a significant step toward enhancing women’s political representation. The implementation of the law, however, is contingent upon the completion of the next national census and the subsequent delimitation exercise. Government officials have…

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Advancing Inclusion through football: Generali Central Insurance and Sikkim Football Association successfully conclude Senior Women’s Football League 2026

Sarmistha Kabi05 mins

League concludes on a high note strengthening women’s football ecosystem in the region    Team Singling Sporting Club (Soreng) Sikkim, wins the final match by 6-0 and takes home winner’s trophy and cash prize of Rs 1 lakh   Bhubaneswar : Generali Central Insurance, a joint venture between global insurance major Generali and Central Bank of…

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Odisha Pushes ‘Manodarpan’ Implementation to Strengthen Student Mental Health Support

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: In a move aimed at reducing academic stress and improving student well-being, the Government of Odisha has directed all higher educational institutions to strengthen their psychological support systems. The Department of Higher Education has asked universities and colleges to implement the guidelines of the Manodarpan initiative, in line with the advisory issued by the…

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