2+ hour, 11+ min ago  (285+ words) Two school teachers in Odisha have died within two days while performing census duties, allegedly due to heatstroke. The incidents have raised serious concerns about the safety of field workers amid soaring temperatures in the state. The fatalities were reported…...

1+ day, 20+ hour ago  (346+ words) In a landmark event at the State Convention Centre, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi turned World Veterinary Day into a launchpad for one of the state's most ambitious animal husbandry and fisheries overhauls in recent years. Speaking at the…...

3+ day, 6+ hour ago  (202+ words) A wedding celebration in Nuagaon, Nayagarh, turned tragic when 22-year-old Biki Kulu suffered a fatal electrocution. The incident occurred on April 23 during his elder brother Gopal Kulu's wedding festivities at Kokerma Munda Tol village under Hatibadi police limits. Witnesses said…...

5+ day, 4+ hour ago  (163+ words) A portion of the ceiling collapsed inside the Haematology Department of SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack late Tuesday night, triggering fresh concerns over patient safety. Witnesses said the ceiling near the patient restroom suddenly gave way, scattering plaster…...

5+ day, 18+ hour ago  (209+ words) The Government of Odisha has intensified its crackdown on LPG black marketing and illegal storage, ensuring uninterrupted supply while taking strict action against violations. The Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Department has launched statewide enforcement measures to curb malpractice and…...

1+ week, 3+ hour ago  (292+ words) Namita Thapar, Executive Director of Emcure Pharmaceuticals and a well-known face from Shark Tank India, has spoken out against online trolling following controversy over her remarks on the health benefits of Namaz. In a video message shared on April 20, she…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (207+ words) In response to rising temperatures and severe heatwave conditions, authorities have ordered the temporary closure of educational institutions in Khordha district. The precautionary measure aims to safeguard children from heat-related health risks. The district administration has directed that all schools…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (229+ words) Odisha government has initiated the groundwork for establishing five new medical colleges across the state, marking a significant step toward strengthening healthcare education and infrastructure. Authorities have directed officials to expedite land identification and cost estimation to ensure timely project…...

3+ week, 1+ day ago  (187+ words) A tragic incident unfolded in Sakusinga village under Harabhanga police limits in Boudh district when an 11-year-old boy died after a venomous snakebite on Saturday night. The victim, Alok Naik, son of Dilip Naik, was sleeping at home after dinner…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (150+ words) In a significant move aimed at strengthening leadership in the state's healthcare system, the Government of Odisha has promoted four senior medical officers to the prestigious Super Time Pay Grade (STPG) on an adhoc basis. The notification, issued by the…...