15 new POCSO courts to come up in Odisha: Law Minister
The state government has initiated process to set up 15 new POCSO courts in Odisha. This was revealed by Law Minister Prithiviraj Harichandan in the Odisha Assembly today.
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STATE
Ispat General Hospital in Rourkela achieves remarkable success in treating Complex Lumbar Disc case
Ispat General Hospital (IGH) of SAIL, Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP), has added another remarkable achievement to its credit by enabling a 32-year-old female patient, an Ayushman Bharat beneficiary, to walk again on the very next day following a critical spine surgery.
CRIME
ED raids 15 locations in 9 states; 7 private medical colleges under scanner
The ED has conducted simultaneous searches at 15 locations across nine states in connection with large-scale corruption in the inspection and approval process of private medical colleges by the National Medical Commission (NMC).
ENTERTAINMENT
Manoj Mishra raises issue of theatre crisis in Odisha during interaction with Aamir Khan at IFFI
The challenges of the Odia film industry took centre stage at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa as Odisha actor Manoj Mishra raised the issue of the state’s shrinking cinema infrastructure during an interaction with Bollywood star Aamir Khan.
Hema Malini mourns ‘loving husband’ Dharmendra: He was everything to me
Actress-politician Hema Malini expressed profound grief over the passing of her husband and legendary actor Dharmendra, sharing an emotional tribute to the superstar, whom she said was "everything to her.”
"End of an era in Indian cinema": PM Modi condoles demise of veteran actor Dharmendra
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed his profound grief over the passing away of Bollywood superstar Dharmendra. Dharmendra passed away at the age of 89.
SPORTS
‘Odisha Masters 2025’ to kick off at Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium from December 9
Odisha is set to host the Odisha Masters 2025 – BWF Tour Super 100 Tournament from December 9 to 14 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Cuttack.
POLITICS
Naveen Patnaik slams Odisha Supplementary Budget; says ‘No major infrastructure projects and clear vision’
Leader of Opposition (LoP) Naveen Patnaik on Friday sharply criticised the BJP government’s supplementary budget, alleging that it fails to meet public expectations and offers no significant roadmap for Odisha’s development.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Parkinson’s disease causes progressive changes in brain blood vessels: Study
Researchers in Australia report that Parkinson’s disease triggers significant changes in brain blood vessels, suggesting new treatment avenues beyond traditional focus on protein buildup and neuron loss.
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Horoscope Today, 29 November 2025: Daily Zodiac Predictions, Lucky Colour & Auspicious Time
Find out what the stars predict for you on 29 November 2025. Explore detailed horoscope guidance along with your lucky colour and best time of the day.
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Young Environmentalist from Odisha's Keonjhar Leads Grassroots Campaign for Environmental Protection
A young environmentalist from Odisha's Keonjhar district has become a driving force behind several grassroots initiatives aimed at protecting nature.
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