PM Modi Salutes Indian Navy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to all Indian Navy personnel on the occasion of Navy Day, praising the force for its growing self-reliance, steadfast resolve and the valour with which it guards the nation’s maritime frontiers.



New Ration Card Rules

The Odisha government enforces stricter rules on ration card usage. Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Minister Krushna Chandra Patra stated that ration cards will be cancelled if beneficiaries fail to lift ration supplies continuously for six months.



Deadline Extended

Construction of Anganwadi centres in Odisha faces delays, with 532 projects still incomplete despite earlier directives. Out of 1,993 centres ordered for completion by October 15, only 1,461 are finished and the rest now face a revised December 10 deadline.



Rs 1 Crore Grant

The Department of Odia Language, Literature and Culture has announced a grant of Rs 1 crore for the upcoming Dhanu Yatra festival in Bargarh. The decision was taken at a high‑level meeting chaired by Culture Minister Suryabanshi Suraj.



New Bill Passed

The Odisha Legislative Assembly has passed the Odisha Shops and Commercial Establishments Amendment Bill, paving the way for shops in smart cities to remain open 24 hours a day.



New Era For Indian Americans

In a historic breakthrough, Mamta Singh has won the Council At-Large seat in Jersey City, marking the first time an Indian American has been elected to public office in the city’s history, energizing its vibrant community.



Putin In India

Russian President Vladimir Putin is on a state visit to India for the 23rd India‑Russia Annual Summit. During the two-day visit, President Putin will hold talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi tomorrow.



T20I In Cuttack

Cricket fever has gripped Cuttack as fans eagerly await the upcoming India vs South Africa clash at the iconic Barabati Stadium. The tickets for the much‑anticipated match will be available to the public from 9 AM onwards tomorrow.



Temperatures Plunges

Odisha has experienced a sharp dip in temperatures over the past three days. According to reports, Bhubaneswar recorded a minimum temperature of 15.8°C on December 4, while Jharsuguda recorded 10.9°C, Rourkela 12°C, Keonjhar 12.8°C, Sambalpur 14.4°C, Balasore 15.3°C, Chandbali 16.6°C, and Puri 18.9°C.