Sujit Bisoyi is a Special Correspondent with the Indian Express and covers Odisha. His interests are in politics, policy and people’s stories. He tweets at @bisoyisujit87
December 02, 2022 21:19 IST
CM Naveen Patnaik, who is president of the ruling BJD, addressed three rallies at Jharbandh, Paikmal and Padampur in front of sizable crowds, seeking votes for party candidate Barsha Singh Bariha.
Fri, Dec 02, 2022December 02, 2022 20:36 IST
The CAG report, tabled in the state assembly Friday, said the state government had planned to complete 793 bridge projects during 2017 to 2021 out of which only 473 were completed, which is 59%. The scheme was launched by the state government in 2011 to bridge all the missing links on roads in rural areas.
Fri, Dec 02, 2022December 01, 2022 21:15 IST
CM assures govt's support, Industry leaders commit to more investment in state.
Fri, Dec 02, 2022December 01, 2022 00:26 IST
With the conclave that will continue till December 4, the BJD government is trying to place Odisha on the global investment map. Envoys from various countries, business delegates from within and outside the country, and senior officials were present at the inaugural ceremony.
Thu, Dec 01, 2022November 30, 2022 12:23 IST
Both parties hope to scavenge Congress votes for unassailable lead in seat that hasn't returned the same party consecutively since 2000, and where victory margins are small
Wed, Nov 30, 2022November 29, 2022 19:42 IST
Aimed at showcasing the state’s business potential and manufacturing prowess to the world, the 5-day event will be attended by delegates from various countries, as well as industry bigwigs from India.
Tue, Nov 29, 2022November 28, 2022 20:36 IST
The searches, which started early morning in the presence of armed CRPF personnel, are being conducted at the residences of Md Sajid in Hanumanpada, Manabhanjan Sahu in Sahupada and Gaju Agrawal in Shastri Chhak.
Tue, Nov 29, 2022November 26, 2022 17:48 IST
Speaking at an event in Bhubaneswar, Union Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said the bills will ensure that the personal data of an individual is not monetised by anyone.
Sat, Nov 26, 2022November 25, 2022 19:00 IST
After staging a sit-in on the Assembly premises, members of the BJD and BJP approached Governor Ganeshi Lal separately to air their grievances and to lodge protests.
Fri, Nov 25, 2022November 25, 2022 04:07 IST
The ED, which has lodged a case on allegations of large amounts of money being laundered, on Thursday questioned Gangadhar Samal, a businessman and brother of Dhenkanal MLA and BJD leader Sudhir Samal, for allegedly transferring a large amount of money to Nag’s account.
Fri, Nov 25, 2022November 24, 2022 19:15 IST
According to police sources, the exchange of fire took place in a forest under Khaprakhol police limit after the SOG along with the district voluntary force spotted the Maoist camp during a combing operation.
Thu, Nov 24, 2022November 23, 2022 21:57 IST
The announcement comes a day after the Opposition BJP took on the BJD government in the state over the welfare of kendu leaf pluckers, who have a significant presence in Padampur and nearby areas. A bypoll will be held in the Padampur Assembly constituency on December 5.
Wed, Nov 23, 2022November 23, 2022 03:31 IST
The state government has received the Defence Ministry’s approval to revive a World War II-era airfield lying defunct at Rasgovindpur near Amarda Road, around 45 km from the district headquarters.
Wed, Nov 23, 2022November 21, 2022 21:44 IST
The two-and-half-month-old son had a miraculous escape as he sustained only minor injuries and is out of danger, according to doctors.
Tue, Nov 22, 2022November 21, 2022 10:23 IST
Train services are likely to be affected on the route as both lines are blocked while some trains are likely to be controlled en route.
Mon, Nov 21, 2022November 20, 2022 20:32 IST
BJD minister seeks Centre's intervention, BJP leader says ball in govt's court.
Mon, Nov 21, 2022November 19, 2022 22:16 IST
The three-member task force, headed by then revenue secretary Taradatt, had submitted a 592-page report on November 3, 2014.
Sun, Nov 20, 2022November 18, 2022 21:44 IST
The approval comes a week before the state is set to host its flagship biennial investment summit, Make in Odisha conclave.
Fri, Nov 18, 2022November 18, 2022 06:34 IST
During the G20 Summit, PM Modi mentioned Baliyatra, literally ‘voyage to Bali’, one of the country’s largest open-air fairs that commemorates the 2,000-year-old maritime and cultural links between ancient Kalinga and Southeast Asia.
Fri, Nov 18, 2022November 18, 2022 02:30 IST
This came after the Chief Minister’s Office recently stated that many affected farmers have not yet received their crop insurance dues despite the state government regularly following up with the Centre over the issue.
Fri, Nov 18, 2022November 16, 2022 19:41 IST
Day after Odisha announces Rs 200 crore package for drought-hit farmers, Union minister Dharmendra Pradhan meets Agriculture Minister, seeks inquiry into Fasal Bima Yojana implementation in state
Wed, Nov 16, 2022November 15, 2022 13:49 IST
BJP win significant as BJD had not lost a bypoll before it since 2008, banks on farmer anger
Wed, Nov 16, 2022November 12, 2022 20:54 IST
BJP and Congress named Pradip Purohit and Satya Bhusan Sahu as their respective candidates for the bye-election to the Padampur assembly constituency scheduled on December 5.
Sat, Nov 12, 2022November 12, 2022 19:10 IST
In a video that has gone viral, Akhil Giri was seen making objectionable remarks against President Droupadi Murmu at Nandigram in West Bengal.
Sat, Nov 12, 2022November 12, 2022 04:20 IST
On Friday, the President visited her alma mater, the Government Capital Girls’ High School in Bhubaneswar, and the tribal hostel where she stayed during the four years that she spent in the school — from Class 8 to 11 (matric then).
Sat, Nov 12, 2022