Bhubaneswar: With temperatures continuing to soar across the state, the govt is considering preponing summer vacation in schools, revenue and disaster management minister Suresh Pujari said on Thursday. A final decision is likely to be taken by the special relief commissioner and the chief minister within a day or two, he added.Speaking to mediapersons, Pujari…
Railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Bhubaneswar: Railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw’s recent announcement on a proposed fourth rail line between Jaleswar in Balasore district and Berhampur in Ganjam district is expected to significantly ease congestion on the busy Chennai-Howrah main line in Odisha.At present, the route has two lines which carry both passenger and freight trains. Railway…
The site of the attack on Census officials in Kandhamal district Bhubaneswar: With temperature crossing 40° Celsius in several parts of the state, the govt on Wednesday announced suspension of Census-related field work from 11 am to 3 pm, when the heat is at its peak. The decision comes in the wake of reports of…
Bhubaneswar: The examination of viscera samples of Bengali actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee has hit a roadblock, with Balasore police attributing the delay to Digha Mohana police being occupied with election duty in West Bengal.The actor drowned during shooting for a TV serial at Talasari beach in Balasore last month.“During the post-mortem examination at Digha State…
Bengali actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee Bhubaneswar: The examination of viscera samples of Bengali actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee has hit a roadblock, with Balasore police attributing the delay to Digha Mohana police being occupied with election duty in West Bengal.The actor drowned during shooting for a TV serial at Talasari beach in Balasore last month.“During the…
Bhubaneswar: Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions impacting international energy markets, the supply of LPG, petrol and diesel in Odisha remains normal and stable, Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) has clarified.The corporation on Wednesday stated that it is closely monitoring the situation on a regular basis to ensure uninterrupted availability of essential fuels across the state. Watch India…
Bhubaneswar: Based on public feedback sought in Feb and examined by a committee chaired by writer Pratibha Ray, the Odisha govt on Wednesday published a list of over 50 places with proposed revisions to their English spellings. The revised list has been put out again for public opinion, with suggestions invited within a month.An official…
Farmers are forced to sell green chillies for Rs 15 to Rs 20 per kg Berhampur: After tomatoes, chilli farmers in Ganjam district are now grappling with financial losses due to its plummeting price over past few weeks.Exports affected by the West Asia conflict, coupled with declining demands in other states, have led to slowdown…
Bhubaneswar: Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) is set to auction 19 tonnes of e-waste, out of which 9 tonnes of used and defunct electric wire is piled up at its godown, as weekly collection of such waste from generating sources continues.“We have 19 tonnes of e-waste that will be auctioned soon to clear the bulk from…
Researchers at NIT Rourkela have pioneered a novel bio-ink for 3D bioprinting, boasting enhanced mechanical strength and biological compatibility. This innovation, now patented, promises to revolutionize tissue engineering, particularly for bone and cartilage repair. Lab trials show it effectively supports cell growth and mimics natural tissue structures, paving the way for patient-specific regenerative medicine solutions….
