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Congress stalls Odisha Assembly, demands House Committee on rising crimes against women

Bhubaneswar, Mar 19 (UNI) The Opposition Congress on Wednesday stalled proceedings in the Odisha Assembly, demanding the formation of a House Committee to address the rising incidents
of crimes against women in the state.
The Assembly was adjourned twice—first at 10:35 AM until 12:00 PM and again at 12:02 PM until 4:00 PM—by Speaker Surama Padhy, as agitated Congress members, holding placards, raised slogans inside the well of the House in support of their demand.
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Former Minister, JDU leader Dr Nimaichand joins BJP in Manipur

22 May 2026 | 12:50 AM

Imphal, May 21 (UNI) Former spokesperson of Janata Dal (United) Manipur, former Minister Dr. Nimaichand Luwang, joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday during an induction programme held at the party headquarters in Imphal.

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Odisha Officials explore tourism development in Bhitarkanika Region

22 May 2026 | 12:48 AM

Bhubaneswar, May 21 (UNI) A high-level team of Odisha government officials on Thursday visited several locations in the Bhitarkanika region known for its dense mangrove forests and national park rich in bio-diversity, to explore opportunities for tourism development and livelihood generation for local communities. .

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Odisha worker killed in drone attack in Russia; mortal remains brought home

22 May 2026 | 12:36 AM

Bhubaneswar, May 21 (UNI) The mortal remains of an Odia youth who was killed in a reported drone attack in Russia amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict were brought back to Odisha on Thursday following coordinated efforts by the Centre and the state government, officials said.
The deceased, A. Ramaya, hailed from Madhabandha village in Ganjam district and had been employed with a company in Moscow, Russia.

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Durgapur Municipal Corporation polls after puja festivities

22 May 2026 | 12:36 AM

Durgapur, May 21 (UNI) West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Thursday announced that the Durgapur Municipal Corporation elections will be held after the puja festivals.

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Meghalaya one of the fastest-growing economies in country: CM Conrad Sangma

21 May 2026 | 11:47 PM

Tura, May 21 (UNI) Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Thursday said Meghalaya is recognised as one of the fastest-growing economies in the country.

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