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Odisha clears Rs 3,878 crore investment proposals, over 10,584 jobs across 11 districts
The state-level single window clearance authority (SLSWCA) of the Odisha government on Friday approved 17 investment proposals worth Rs 3,878.86 crore.
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June 15, 2025
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IRDAI issues directive to ease claim settlement process for Air India plane crash victims
In the aftermath of the tragic crash of Air India Flight 171, the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has issued an urgent directive to all insurers and reinsurers, mandating expedited claims processing for the families of victims.
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June 15, 2025
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CBI Registers FIR against Revenue Dept officials for Rs 42 Cr fraud in Srinagar district
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) said on Saturday that it has registered an FIR against some revenue officials of the Srinagar Deputy Commissioner's office for swindling government funds to the tune of Rs 42 crore.
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June 15, 2025
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After Air India crash, Bhubaneswar airport to hold emergency mock drill on June 30
In the aftermath of the Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crash at Ahmedabad claiming 260 lives, authorities of Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA) in Bhubaneswar have decided to conduct an aircraft emergency handling mock drill on June 30.
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June 15, 2025
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Navy's daring mid-sea rescue stabilises drifting cargo vessel off Kerala coast amid raging fire, high seas
The tow of the distressed container vessel MV Wan Hai 503 was successfully transferred to the ocean-going tug Offshore Warrior on Friday, stabilising what could have spiralled into a major maritime disaster.
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June 15, 2025
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India's concerns legitimate; can help de- escalate Israel-Iran tensions, says Israeli Envoy
Israel's Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, expressed optimism on Saturday about India’s potential role in mediating the escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, following a telephonic conversation between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
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June 15, 2025
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IED blast kills CRPF ASI in Odisha forest weeks after Maoists looted explosives
An Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) of the Jharkhand-based 134 CRPF battalion was martyred in an IED blast on Saturday early morning along the Odisha-Jharkhand border during a joint combing operation against Maoist operatives.
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June 15, 2025
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Musical revolutionaries Sly Stone and Brian Wilson leave life's stage nearly simultaneously
Sometimes there are strange symmetries in death, as in life. The twin passings of Sly Stone and Brian Wilson this week brought that into sharp relief. Both were musical geniuses who paid a high price for their gifts.
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June 15, 2025
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Unaccounted income from crypto under tax dept's scrutiny
(RNS, 14-06-25)Unaccounted income by high-risk persons through investment in crypto currency is under government scrutiny.
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June 15, 2025
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Odisha cholera scare deepens with 11 deaths, fresh outbreak in two more districts
Even as the death toll surged to 11, the Odisha government on Friday confirmed the presence of cholera-causing bacteria in samples collected from the affected areas of Jajpur district.
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June 15, 2025
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Rajnath Singh set to visit China on June 24-25
As India and China work to stabilise relations and rebuild trust, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will travel to the neighbouring country on June 24-25 — the first high-level Indian ministerial visit since the 2020 border standoff in Eastern Ladakh.
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June 15, 2025
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Odisha to expand e-bus network, launch Ama Bus service in five new cities
Going ahead with its plan of promoting green and sustainable public transport in urban areas, the state government will launch electric buses (e-buses) under Ama Bus service in five more cities and further expand the service in Berhampur city. It has initiated the procurement of 200 more e-buses for the purpose.
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June 15, 2025
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"Raja Parba" inaugurated in Shri Hari Nagar, Beherampur
: A part of traditional culture and heritage Shree ladies group of Shri Hari Nagar Berhampur inaugurated Raja parba with cutting of Raja poda playing with swing and eatable.
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June 15, 2025
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Special OJEE on July 15-16 to fill vacant seats
A special Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) will be conducted for filling up vacant seats in BTech and other professional courses on July 15 and 16, informed the OJEE committee.
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June 15, 2025
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Saurashtra Pro T20: Second win for Zalawad strikers, Beat Anmol Kings Halar by 6 wickets
Zalawad Strikers registered their second win in the Saurashtra Pro T20 League 2025 as they defeated Anmol Kings Halar by 6 wickets with five balls to spare at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot on Friday.
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June 15, 2025
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Cambodia, Thailand start talks over border issues after recent Skirmish
A Cambodia-Thailand Joint Boundary Commission (JBC) meeting was held here in the capital of Cambodia on Saturday to talk over border issues following a recent military clash.
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June 15, 2025
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Imtiaz Ali’s next film with Diljit Dosanjh set for April 2026 release
Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali's upcoming film starring actor-musician Diljit Dosanjh is slated for theatrical release in April 2026, coinciding with the festival of Baisakhi.
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June 15, 2025
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Marylebone Cricket Club outlaws 'bunny hop' boundary catches, new rule to come into effect this month
Boundary catches involving 'bunny hops', or multiple airborne touches outside the rope, have been deemed illegal by the Marylebone Cricket Club, with the new ruling set to be integrated into ICC's playing conditions this month and the MCC's laws from October next year.
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June 15, 2025
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Cities brace for large crowds at anti-Trump 'No Kings' demonstrations across the US
Cities large and small were preparing for major demonstrations Saturday across the U.S. against President Donald Trump, as officials urge calm, National Guard troops mobilize and Trump attends a military parade in Washington to mark the Army’s 250th anniversary.
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June 15, 2025
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Horoscope Today, 15 June 2025: Check here Astrological prediction for all sun signs
It's time to maintain discipline and cooperation.
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June 15, 2025
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Minister Kollu accuses Perni of forgery and ration scam
Excise Minister Kollu Ravindra launched a sharp attack on former minister Perni Venkatramaiah (Nani), accusing him of forging house pattas for political gain and involvement in a major ration scam.
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June 15, 2025
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Odisha revamps PG admission rules: Career mark weightage scrapped
Admission to post-graduate (PG) courses in the new academic session of 2025 -26 will be entirely based on marks secured by a student in the common post-graduate entrance test (CPET), the department of Higher Education has notified.
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June 15, 2025
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Activists marching to Gaza say were stopped in Libya, Egypt
Pro-Palestinian activists seeking to march to Gaza with the stated aim of breaking Israel's blockade on the territory were stopped Friday in both Libya and Egypt, organisers said.
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June 15, 2025
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Ultimate Kho Kho Season 3 to Commence on Nov 29, will include Foreign Players
For the first time in its history, international players will be eligible for inclusion in the Ultimate Kho Kho (UKK) players’ auction for the upcoming third season, the Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI) announced here on Friday.
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June 15, 2025
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WTC Final: Markram's Unbeaten 102 Puts South Africa In Sight Of Championship Glory
Aiden Markram stepped up when it mattered the most by hitting a magnificent 102 not out, taking South Africa within 69 runs of a historic triumph in the ICC World Test Championship after ending the third day's play at 213/2 in 56 overs in the final being played at the Lord's here on Friday.
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June 15, 2025
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Shooting World Cup: Suruchi Singh Bags Gold in Women's 10m Air Pistol in Munich
Indian star shooter Suruchi Singh bagged a gold medal in the Women's 10m Air Pistol event at the ongoing ISSF Shooting World Cup on Friday. Suruchi, who shot a total of 241.9 points, outclassed France’s Camille Jedrzejewski by just 0.2 in a thrilling final to bag the top honour.
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June 15, 2025
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Ponmudy case: Madras HC notice to DGP, Chennai commissioner
CHENNAI (RNS, 14-06-25): The Madras High Court on Friday issued notices to the Director General of Police/Head of Police Force of Tamil Nadu and the Greater Chennai Commissioner of Police on a suo motu writ petition taken up by the court for registering a criminal case against DMK MLA and former minister K Ponmudy for his derogatory remarks against Saivism and Vaishnavism.
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June 15, 2025
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IAS Officer Prathamesh Rajeshirke Appointed BeMC Commissioner
In a significant administrative reshuffle, the Odisha Government has appointed Prathamesh Arvind Rajeshirke as the new Commissioner of the Berhampur Municipal Corporation (BeMC).
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June 15, 2025
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Air India, IndiGo Issue Alerts As Iran Airspace Closure Disrupts Flight Operations
Amid Escalating Tensions In The Middle East, Air India And Indigo, Two Of India's Leading Airlines, Have Issued Public Advisories To Alert Passengers About Flight Delays And Reroutes Due To The Closure Of Iranian Airspace.
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June 15, 2025
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Icra buys Bengaluru-based Fintellix India for Rs 224 crore
Credit rating agency Icra will acquire Bengaluru-based risk and data analytics solutions company Fintellix India Private Limited for $26 million (about Rs 224 crore).
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