Odisha Government & Development
Annapurna Yojana Launch The scheme will be launched today.
Around 3.28 crore beneficiaries will receive 10 kg of rice per person.
Government Completes Two Years
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi said 121 new schemes have been introduced during the government's two-year tenure.
Jagatsinghpur Medical College Project
The Chief Minister has directed officials to acquire the required land for the proposed medical college.
New Road Corridor Opened in Bhubaneswar
The road connecting Ekamra Park to Andharua via Salia Sahi has been inaugurated.
It will provide direct connectivity between CRP Square and Patia.
Festival & Culture
Raja Festival Preparations in Full Swing
Today is Saja Baja and tomorrow is Pahili Raja.
Beauty parlours, fruit markets, and sweet shops are witnessing heavy crowds.
Families have started preparing traditional delicacies such as Poda Pitha, Chakuli, and Idli.
Bhubaneswar Film Festival
The third Bhubaneswar Film Festival will be held from June 25 to 28.
The programme schedule was unveiled by the Chief Minister.
Sital Sasthi Yatra Preparations
Balangir administration has completed preparations for the Sital Sasthi Yatra scheduled on June 19.
Weather & Environment
Monsoon Arrives in Odisha
Southwest monsoon has entered Odisha.
Rainfall across several districts has brought relief from intense heat and humidity.
Rain Threatens India-Afghanistan ODI
Dark clouds and rain forecasts in Dharamshala may affect the first ODI between India and Afghanistan.
Crime & Law
Arrest in Chandrika Death Case
Police arrested the boyfriend of medical student Chandrika from Mayurbhanj in connection with her death.
Smriti Irani's Name Missing from Voter List
Authorities are investigating reports that former Union Minister Smriti Irani's name is absent from a Panchayat voter list.
Health & Education
AIIMS Outsourced Staff Protest
Employees protested demanding payment of pending salaries and opposing salary deductions.
MV Constable Succumbs to Burn Injuries
Ashutosh Mrudangia passed away while undergoing treatment at AIIMS Burn Department.
NEET Examination Changes
Exam duration has been increased by 15 minutes.
Two additional sheets have been provided for rough work.
Economy & Consumer Affairs
Prices Continue to Rise
Food items, beverages, transport services, and other essentials have become costlier over the past five months.
LIC Case Ends in Major Victory
A mother won a 12-year legal battle against LIC and secured compensation of ₹1.26 crore.
Achievement & Inspiration
Charu Pandey to Receive Presidential Honour
The Chhattisgarh resident cleared 19 government examinations without coaching and will be honoured by the President.
Sports
Kane Williamson Announces Retirement
Kane Williamson has announced his retirement from international cricket, marking the end of a distinguished era for New Zealand cricket.
Technology & Social Media
Facebook and Instagram Outage
Facebook, Instagram and Messenger experienced widespread disruptions across the country yesterday evening.
National & International
Massive Fire Destroys EVMs in West Bengal
A fire in a government building in Alipore reportedly destroyed over 4,000 Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs).
Trump's Statement on Indian Ship Attack
Former US President Donald Trump claimed Iran, not the United States, was responsible for the attack on an Indian vessel.
US-Iran Peace Talks Expected
Discussions between the United States and Iran are expected in Geneva on Sunday, raising hopes of reduced tensions around the Strait of Hormuz.
