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FACT begins demonstration of use of innovative agricultural inputs in Kerala, Odisha

Fertilisers and Chemicals Travancore (FACT) is educating farmers on use of nano urea, nano-DAP and organic fertilisers via Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra. Demonstrations of innovative agricultural inputs in tribal districts of Kerala and Odisha have begun. Drone technology is being used to back the fertiliser products. Nano fertilisers will reduce…

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Royal Bengal Tiger travels across four States seeking a ‘home’

The tiger, known for primarily preying on ungulates such as deer and wild boar, has caused apprehension among the population in Odisha and Andhra Pradesh.

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A dilemma over tribal land rights in Odisha

Government’s decision to amend OSATIP to allow tribals to transfer land to non-tribals sparked controversy, forcing it to put the decision on hold. The amendment included a rider to prevent tribal sellers/mortgagors from being landless/homestead-less. Previous attempts to amend the Act were rejected.

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Vijay Hazare Trophy | Saurashtra will be the team to beat, takes on Kerala in its opener

Saurashtra, led by Jaydev Unadkat, is the defending champion of the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Mumbai, Kerala, Railways, Tripura, Pondicherry, Odisha and Sikkim compete in Group A. Unadkat, Rahane, Samson, Kunnummal, Baby, Gopal, Dube and Mulani are key players. Dec. 1 Mumbai-Saurashtra match could decide group's fate.

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Odisha govt., Centre face off over implementation of another Central scheme

BJD-BJP tussle over Centrally-sponsored schemes in Odisha. BJD resists PM SHRI, Ayushman Bharat schemes; BJD says its own initiatives better. BJD says Centre trying to gain mileage; BJP says BJD blocking holistic development. BJD also spending ₹6,500 cr on Bhubaneswar Metro Project without Centre's help. BJD-BJP tussle over Centrally-sponsored schemes…

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FIFA-backed football academy opens in Bhubaneswar

NEW DELHI: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, alongside FIFA's Chief of Global Football Development Arsene Wenger, inaugurated the AIFF-FIFA Talent Academy at Bhubaneswar's Kalinga Stadium on Tuesday.

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Hockey Nationals | Punjab fights hard to pull off victory over Maharashtra

Punjab, with five current internationals, fought hard to win 4-2 against Maharashtra in the Senior National men's hockey championship. Haryana, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka topped their groups and qualified for the quarterfinals. Odisha's Amit Rohidas scored a hat-trick to defeat Delhi 8-1. Punjab's Dilpreet and Harmanpreet Singh scored in the…

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‘Brahmins only’ crematorium in Odisha | Activists, political leaders demand the casteist practice be put to rest

A civic body in Odisha has drawn flak for operating a crematorium in which bodies of only Brahmins are cremated. The 155-year-old Kendrapara Municipality, the oldest civic body in the eastern State, has even put up a ‘Brahmin crematorium’ signage at the entrance of the burning ghat at Hazaribagicha locality…

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Even after backfire, Gambusia fish remain popular to beat mosquitoes | Explained

In the last few months, various government and non-governmental organisations in Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and Punjab have released mosquitofish into local water bodies to address a mosquito menace that locals have complained about. However, mosquitofish is a very invasive species that has already invaded ecosystems around India, including in the…

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Odisha government fast-tracks setting up of State’s first metro railway project

Odisha govt fast-tracks ₹6,255cr Bhubaneswar Metro Rail Project. MoU signed between BMRC & DMRC. Project to connect Bhubaneswar airport to Cuttack, 20 metro stations, ultra-modern coaches & signalling systems.

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Private bus owners to gherao Odisha assembly on Nov 22

BHUBANESWAR: Private bus owners on Monday threatened to gherao Odisha legislative assembly on November 22 protesting the state government’s Location Accessible Multi-modal Initiative' (LAccMI) scheme that provides a seamless public transport network in rural areas.

The Times of India

Making public education inclusive

Odisha government has revolutionized public education through OAV, Mo School Abhiyan and the 5T-High School Transformation Programme, making government schools better than private ones in terms of infrastructure, affordability and quality. The initiatives focus on continuous teacher education, digital technology and alumni mentorship.

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President Murmu to visit Odisha, Andhra Pradesh from Nov 20-22

President Droupadi Murmu will visit Odisha and Andhra Pradesh from November 20 to 22, 2023. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Ramadoss takes a jibe at Chief Minister over caste census

Dr. Ramadoss criticizes TN CM Stalin for not conducting caste census. He cites Bihar, Karnataka, Odisha, AP, Telangana, Rajasthan & Chhattisgarh for conducting or planning to conduct caste surveys. He believes CM has a political strategy to achieve twin objectives of caste census & social justice. He urges CM to…

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Odisha government launches sports-based youth outreach

Odisha govt launches IYDP to foster youth engagement in sports, culture & social endeavours. Over 12K teams registered for 6 disciplines under 'Yuba Odisha Nabin Odisha' initiative. Funds allocated to educational institutes for sports, culture & social activities. BJP claims scheme is for political gains ahead of 2024 LS elections.

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RPF rescues 247 missing and runaway children, and child beggars so far this year in Vijayawada Division, say officials

RPF rescues 247 missing and runaway children, and child beggars so far this year in Vijayawada Division, say officials. All the children have been produced before the Child Welfare Committees concerned, and a majority of them are from States such as Bihar, Odisha, West Bengal, Telangana, and Chhattisgarh, say officials.

The Times of India

Migration by choice: Curious case of educated youths

BHUBANESWAR: A survey by an NGO working on migration revealed that 25% of educated youths in five western Odisha districts work as unskilled migrant labourers in construction sectors and brick kilns every year.

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Chaos at Odisha government office as court seizes office assets in decades-long dispute

Despite numerous court communications, the government had failed to disburse ₹18 lakh owed to a contractor, resulting in the seizure of office assets

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After backlash, Odisha govt. puts on hold Cabinet decision of transferring tribal land to non-tribals

Facing huge criticism, the Odisha government has put on hold a controversial Cabinet decision regarding transfer of tribal lands to non-tribals. At present, the Odisha Scheduled Areas Transfer of Immovable Property (By Scheduled Tribes) Regulation, 1956 is in force in the schedule areas of State. There is restriction on transfer…

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Agri-entrepreneurship in Odisha | Paving the way for prosperity

Sujit Das, 40, manages 20 acres of land in Umerkote, Odisha, where he grows vegetables, runs a duck farm, and a hatchery. The district was the poorest in Odisha, but agri-entrepreneurship has helped reduce poverty levels. Chittaranjan Dhali, a corn trader, dispatches maize-laden trucks and the district has become Odisha’s…

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Odisha panchayat introduces Bartan Bank to reduce plastic waste

In Nuapada, Bhaleswar Panchayat has introduced the Bartan Bank, a repository of utensils for community use, to reduce plastic waste.

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Fisherwomen from Nagapattinam turn documentary photographers

Photographer Palanikumar trained 13 women in TN & Odisha, giving them the confidence to document their own stories.

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Odisha to invest ₹3,388 crore for strengthening public health system over five years

Odisha govt to invest ₹3,388cr over 5 yrs to strengthen public health sys. Aim: make healthcare more patient-centric, invest in interventions for ease of living. 149 public health facilities to be strengthened in 1st yr. Components: improved patient waiting area, drug dist. counters, hygienic toilets, rest shed, online registration, lab…

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Police recover machete allegedly used in double murder at Muvattupuzha

The Muvattupuzha police on Saturday recovered the machete reportedly used in the double murder at Adooparambu, Companypady, near Muvattupuzha on November 5. The weapon was recovered during the course of evidence collection with the prime accused in the case, Gopal Malik, 22, of Odisha.

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Two teachers of an Odisha school picked up on charges of gang-raping a student

Two teachers suspected of gang-raping Class VI student in Odisha's Nabarangpur district. Girl told her mother on Nov 9 when her health deteriorated. Police picked up and interrogated two teachers. Investigating further to ascertain involvement.

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