Politics

Bhubaneswar: The BJD is planning a multi-front political campaign against the ruling BJP in Odisha, resolving to pursue both legal action and public demonstrations to challenge the recently passed Mines and Minerals (Development and…
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Bhubaneswar: Opposition Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has opposed the proposal of a private company to set up nuclear power plants in Odisha. The regional party also sought an explanation from the Centre and the state government over the…
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Bhubaneswar: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has extended the timeline for the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Odisha, allowing voters to file claims and objections until August 19. According to a…
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Bhubaneswar: The Mahanadi water dispute between Odisha and neighbouring Chhattisgarh is likely to be resolved in the next three months. This was revealed by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi after a tripartite meeting with his…
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Bhubaneswar: Leader of the Opposition in the Odisha Assembly and BJD president Naveen Patnaik on Monday demanded the resignation of School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond, holding him accountable for the large number of errors…
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Bhubaneswar: Trouble for Nayagarh MLA Arun Kumar Sahoo mounted after the Supreme Court dismissed his plea challenging the Orissa High Court's order to proceed with a poll petition against his 2024 Assembly election victory. The apex court…
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Bhubaneswar: Biju Janata Dal (BJD) president Naveen Patnaik on Saturday congratulated students and youth protesters after Dharmendra Pradhan resigned as Union Education Minister amid nationwide outrage over NEET paper leaks. Describing…
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Bhubaneswar: Shortly after Dharmendra Pradhan resigned as Union Education Minister, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Saturday praised the senior BJP leader for his “unwavering dedication to public service.” The Chief Minister…
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Bhubaneswar: Former IAS officer and ex-aide to former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, V.K. Pandian did not appear before the Capital Police on Saturday for questioning in connection with the alleged disappearance of key inquiry commission…
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Bhubaneswar: Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Saturday tendered his resignation amid protests over the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) paper leak controversy, saying he stepped down to ensure that students' futures…
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