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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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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.

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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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Despite odds, Manamedu weaves a success story in Tiruchi district

Weavers in Thiruengoimalai revive handloom industry with 'Manamedu' saris; six groups in Manamedu, two in Kottathur, one each in Thulayantham Pudur and Woraiyur support nearly 1,000 weavers, producing 600 saris for Co-optex this year. Despite labour shortage, weavers are crafting local weaves, as well as Ikkat and Pochampalli from Odisha…

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Maharashtra lifts overall championship in National Games

Maharashtra wins 37th Nat. Games, 80 golds; Srihari Nataraj (Karnataka) & Sanyukta Prasen Kale & Pranati Nayak (Odisha) best athletes. Services 2nd, Haryana 3rd. Top 5: Maharashtra (228 medals), Services (126), Haryana (192), Madhya Pradesh (112), Kerala (87).

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Paddy varieties with protein, zinc content get thumbs up in Odisha’s tribal pocket

An experiment to provide protein and zinc content through rice, Odisha’s staple food, to tribal communities appears to be succeeding in Koraput and Nabarangpur district.

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Muvattupuzha double murder: Prime suspect detained in Odisha

SIT tracks down prime suspect in double murder case in Kerala; detained in Odisha. Suspect Gopal Malik, 22, of Odisha, allegedly slit throats of co-workers Deepasankar, 40, and Mohanto, 37, both from Assam. Police suspect he fled scene after committing crime. Odisha Police detained suspect; motive to be known after…

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A leaf out of New Zealand’s voting system

India follows the first-past-the-post voting system, while New Zealand uses the mixed member proportional (MMP) system.

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Head constable from Jigani arrested by Odisha police in drug peddling case; Karnataka police say miscommunication led to arrest

The Odisha police have arrested a head constable of the Jigani police station, Bengaluru Rural District police, along with three other individuals, and claimed to have recovered 17.5 kg of ganja, worth ₹1 lakh

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Odisha police arrest Bangalore cop for Ganja smuggling

Odisha police have arrested head constable of Karnataka Police along with two others on charges of smuggling Ganja. Karnataka police claim head constable was part of authorised team hunting a notorious Ganja supplier. Odisha and Karnataka police in conflict; two senior Karnataka officers arrive in Odisha to secure the release…

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Lorry driver arrested, 12 kg ganja recovered

B'lore police arrest Harshavaradhan, seize 12.05kg ganja; Faiz Khan arrested for peddling drugs to college students, ₹50,000 worth MDMA crystals recovered. Harshavaradhan had befriended a man in Odisha who supplied ganja at a low price which he sold in B'lore. Police trying to identify supplier.

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Wild dogs resurface in Odisha’s Debrigarh Sanctuary

A pair of wild dogs, rarely seen in Odisha, have been spotted in Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary. Villagers and cameras confirm their presence. Field analysis is ongoing to determine population size. A Royal Bengal Tiger was also recently sighted. Prey density is high, with Gaur, Sambar, deer, and more. Grassland management…

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Raghubar Das sworn in as 26th Governor of Odisha

Raghubar Das sworn in as 26th Governor of Odisha; Acting Chief Justice Dr. Bidyut Ranjan Sarangi administered oath of office; accorded guard of honour

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