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TPWODL records significant rise in rooftop solar installations in Western Odisha

Bhubaneswar, Dec 11 (UNI) Demonstrating its commitment to consumer empowerment and sustainable energy, TP Western Odisha Distribution Limited (TPWODL) has recorded a significant rise in rooftop solar installations under both the Ula Model – Utility Led Aggregation Model, and the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana.
A growing number of households across Western Odisha have benefitted from reduced energy costs, with many enjoying zero electricity bills.
Under the ULA Model– Utility Led Aggregation Model, which is also a part of PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, a total number of 142 consumers have installed the one-kilowatt rooftop solar system across TPWODL’s operational areas.
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Marandi questions Jharkhand govt's DGP appointment process

16 Jan 2026 | 3:11 PM

Ranchi, Jan 16 (UNI ) Former Jharkhand Chief Minister and leader of Opposition Babulal Marandi on Friday raised serious objections to the state government’s process of appointing the Director General of Police (DGP), alleging that the procedure violated Supreme Court directions as well as the state’s own rules.

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Jharkhand HC stays police action on FIR amid ED–Police standoff, orders security for ED officials

16 Jan 2026 | 2:10 PM

Ranchi, Jan 16 (UNI) Amid an escalating confrontation between the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and the Jharkhand Police, the Jharkhand High Court on Friday stayed all police action on the FIR lodged by Santosh Kumar, an accused in the alleged drinking water scam.

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Consultations underway with political leaders for One North East, says Meghalaya CM

16 Jan 2026 | 1:40 PM

Shillong, Jan 16 (UNI) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma, who is also the national president of the National People’s Party, said that consultations are underway with several political leaders on the proposed ‘One North East’ political platform.

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Sarma warns of illegal infiltration threat to Northeast security and demographics

16 Jan 2026 | 1:28 PM

Agartala, Jan 16 (UNI) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday highlighted the ongoing threat of illegal infiltration and its impact on the security and demographic stability of the Northeast.

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Indian banking system recognised globally: Tripura Minister

16 Jan 2026 | 1:18 PM

Agartala, Jan 16 (UNI) Tripura’s Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Ratan Lal Nath on Friday claimed that the Indian banking system is globally recognised for its strength and credibility after inaugurating a new ATM and automatic passbook printing facility of Tripura Gramin Bank at Sidhai Mohanpur here.

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