Odisha

Economy

Goa ranks second in Niti Aayog fiscal health Index 2026 — Which is No 1?

Goa has secured the second position in the Niti Aayog Fiscal Health Index 2026, showcasing its fiscal prowess alongside Odisha, the top performer. This report underscores the importance of effective fiscal management amid economic shocks. Know No 1 state?

2 min read13 Mar 2026
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High grid substations worth ₹254 cr inaugurated in Odisha

Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Monday inaugurated five high-capacity grid substations in four districts of the state via video conference, said a press statement

1 min read17 Jan 2023
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Odisha Police arrest key accused of 'India's biggest ever' job fraud

The key accused, identified as Zafar Ahmed, is a resident of Civil Lines, Aligarh, UP in connection with the case.

2 min read1 Jan 2023
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Adani, Vedanta and JSW lead Make In Odisha investment race, 21 MoUs signed

On day 1 of the Make in Odisha Conclave 21 MoUs were exchanged and 46 Investment Intent Forms (IIF) were submitted amounting to ₹585,742.26cr.

3 min read1 Dec 2022
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Odisha allows the reopening of medical colleges. Guidelines and other details here

The institutions should start vaccination drives for students and college staff in coordination with the local health authorities

1 min read29 Jul 2021
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The fermented 'hilsa' nobody talks about

The umami-rich salted and cured ‘hilsa’ is preserved during the monsoon to be enjoyed for the rest of the year in parts of eastern India

5 min read24 Jul 2021
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In a landmark decision, Odisha Police opens door to transgender community

The Odisha Police Recruitment Board sought online applications from men, women and transgender people for the appointment of 477 sub-inspectors and 244 constables

2 min read12 Jun 2021
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The side heroes of panta bhaat

'Bhaaja', 'saaga' and 'makha' are the spectacular accompaniments of a fermented rice gruel from eastern India

4 min read30 Apr 2021
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Olive Ridley turtles arrive for nesting in Odisha

Around 2,000 turtles had turned up to lay eggs, with the numbers increasing in the next two weeks

1 min read11 Mar 2021
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Odisha issues SOP to bring Similipal forest fire under control

The fire at the Similipal National Park, home to a tiger reserve, has not claimed any life, the government said.

2 min read4 Mar 2021