2 Held in Secunderabad for Smuggling Ganja from Odisha to Surat
A peddler, Rajesh Kumar (25) of Kodala village in Ganjam district of Odisha is absconding in the case: Police
Odisha FC Triumphs Over SC Delhi 2-1 in ISL Match
New Delhi, May 9: In an exciting encounter in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26, Odisha FC secured a 2-1 victory against Sporting Club Delhi (SC Delhi) on Friday. The match took place at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. Odisha FC started the match aggressively, taking an early lead with two goals in the first few ... Read more Odisha FC Triumphs Over SC Delhi 2-1 in ISL Match
Odisha Police arrests five for lynching GRP constable
BJD takes to the streets over deteriorating law and order situation in the State
CM-elect Adhikari stakes claim to form Bengals first BJP govt
KOLKATA, May 8 : West Bengal chief minister-elect Suvendu Adhikari on Friday evening met Governor RN Ravi and staked a claim to form the first BJP-led government in the state. Adhikari reached Lok Bhavan barely two hours after being elected leader of the BJP legislature party at a meeting chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The CM-elect was accompanied by several top leaders of the BJP, including Union ministers Bhupendra Yadav, Sukanta Majumdar and Santanu Thakur, Odisha Chief Minister [] The post CM-elect Adhikari stakes claim to form Bengals first BJP govt appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Hunt for killers of Suvendu's aide expands to UP, Odisha
Bengal CM-designate Suvendu Adhikari's aide Chandranath Rath's murder probe now includes contract killers from UP and Odisha. Sleuths are focusing on Montu Mondal, who was in the SUV during the attack and escaped. A car used in the crime was traced to a Matigara owner who'd advertised it for sale online.
CBI Arrests Officer in GST Refund Bribery Case
New Delhi, May 9: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken significant action against corruption in Odisha, arresting Om Prakash Nayak for accepting a bribe of 50,000. The accused allegedly demanded this bribe in exchange for processing a GST refund of 1.6 million. Nayak was serving as a superintendent in the Central Goods and ... Read more CBI Arrests Officer in GST Refund Bribery Case
Odisha FC Triumphs Over SC Delhi with a 2-1 Victory in ISL 2025-26
New Delhi, May 9: In an exciting match of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26, Odisha FC secured a 2-1 victory against Sporting Club Delhi (SC Delhi) on Friday. The match took place at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. Odisha FC started the game aggressively, scoring two goals in the opening minutes. The first goal came ... Read more Odisha FC Triumphs Over SC Delhi with a 2-1 Victory in ISL 2025-26
BJD Protests Outside Chief Ministers Residence Over Deteriorating Law and Order in Odisha
Bhubaneswar, May 8: The opposition Biju Janata Dal (BJD) activists staged a protest outside Chief Minister Mohan Chandra Manjhis residence on Friday, demanding his resignation over the alleged decline in law and order in the state. Under the direction of BJD President Naveen Patnaik, the protest was organized in response to rising crime rates and ... Read more BJD Protests Outside Chief Ministers Residence Over Deteriorating Law and Order in Odisha
BJD Protests Against Deteriorating Law and Order in Odisha
Bhubaneswar, May 8: Opposition party Biju Janata Dal (BJD) activists surrounded Chief Minister Mohan Chandra Manjhis residence on Friday, demanding his resignation over the alleged worsening law and order situation in the state. The protest was organized under the direction of BJD President Naveen Patnaik, in response to rising crime and a growing atmosphere of ... Read more BJD Protests Against Deteriorating Law and Order in Odisha
Why BJP chose Odisha CM Mohan Majhi As Its Tribal Face In Bengal Battle
BJP sees Mohan Majhi as a symbol of social mobility and eastern Indias emerging political strategy: Reports
Karnataka among top three States in corruption: NCRB
The State has the most number of Disproportionate Assets cases at 75, followed by Odisha with 62 and Assam with 44 cases
Canadian High Commissioner Meets Odisha Leaders to Discuss Investment and Development
Bhubaneswar, May 8: Christopher Kutcher, the Canadian High Commissioner to India, met with Odishas Leader of Opposition (LOP) and Biju Janata Dal (BJD) President Naveen Patnaik at his residence on Friday. This meeting was part of a courtesy visit aimed at discussing several critical issues related to Odisha. Topics included trade, investment, and Canadas role ... Read more Canadian High Commissioner Meets Odisha Leaders to Discuss Investment and Development
Five Arrested In Odisha Lynching Case; Manhunt On To Nab Others
The youth was lynched on Thursday as villagers saw him trying to outrage modesty of a woman
India Successfully Tests Indigenous Glide Weapon System TARA
New Delhi, May 8: India has successfully conducted the first flight test of its indigenous weapon system, the Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA). This test was carried out on May 7 near the coast of Odisha by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) in collaboration with the Indian Air Force. TARA is a specialized ... Read more India Successfully Tests Indigenous Glide Weapon System TARA
India Carries Out Maiden Flight-Trial Of New Weapon System
NEW DELHI, May 8: India has successfully carried out the maiden flight-trial of an indigenously developed glide weapon system off the coast of Odisha. The Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA) system, developed to convert unguided warheads into precision guided weapons, was tested on Thursday, according to the defence ministry. The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully conducted the maiden flight-trial of TARA weapon off the coast of Odisha, it said. It said TARA [] The post India Carries Out Maiden Flight-Trial Of New Weapon System appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Odisha attracts Rs 48,330 crore investment potential at Gujarat investors meet
The state showcased its manufacturing-led growth strategy, MSME strength, skilled workforce, and infrastructure advantages during the Vadodara roadshow attended by more than 200 industry stakeholders.
Indian Air Force, DRDO conduct maiden flight-trial of Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation weapon
The DRDO-developed system was successfully tested off the Odisha coast with IAF support
DRDO tests Indias first indigenous glide weapon system 'TARA'
India's indigenous glide weapon system, TARA, successfully completed its first flight trial off the coast of Odisha. Developed by DRDO, TARA converts unguided warheads into precision-guided weapons. This advancement enhances the accuracy and lethality of low-cost weapons for ground target neutralization. The successful trial marks a significant step in bolstering India's self-reliance in defence technology.
Odisha CM expresses grief over mob lynching, orders strict action against culprits
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has expressed deep sorrow over the killing of a youth by an angry mob in the Balianta area on the outskirts of Bhubaneswar on Thursday,May 7, asking the police to take stringent action against perpetrators involved in the heinous crime. According to an official statement issued by the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Odisha CM Expresses Deep Sorrow Over Mob Lynching Incident
Bhubaneswar, May 8: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi expressed deep sorrow on Thursday over the mob lynching of a youth in the outskirts of Bhubaneswar at Balianta. He instructed the police to take strict action against those involved in this heinous crime. According to an official statement from the Chief Ministers Office (CMO), Majhi ... Read more Odisha CM Expresses Deep Sorrow Over Mob Lynching Incident
Odisha Couple Arrested for Embezzling Over 1.08 Crore
Bhubaneswar, May 8: The Odisha Vigilance Department arrested a couple on Thursday for their alleged involvement in a fraud case involving the embezzlement of over 1.08 crore from government funds. The accused have been identified as Nivedita Tarai and her live-in partner, Nar Singh Prasad Khamari. Sources from the Vigilance Department revealed that Khamari has ... Read more Odisha Couple Arrested for Embezzling Over 1.08 Crore
Odisha Chief Minister Expresses Grief Over Youth Murder in Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, May 8: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Chara Majhi expressed deep sorrow on Thursday regarding the murder of a young man in the Balijanta area of Bhubaneswar. He has ordered strict action against the perpetrators and warned against the recurrence of mob lynching incidents. CM Majhi spoke with Director General of Police Y.B. Khurana, directing ... Read more Odisha Chief Minister Expresses Grief Over Youth Murder in Bhubaneswar
Odisha Chief Minister Expresses Deep Regret Over Mob Lynching Incident, Orders Action
Bhubaneswar, May 8: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Chandra Majhi expressed profound sorrow on Thursday over the mob lynching of a young man in the outskirts of Bhubaneswar, specifically in Balianta. He directed the police to take stringent action against those involved in this heinous crime. According to an official statement from the Chief Ministers Office ... Read more Odisha Chief Minister Expresses Deep Regret Over Mob Lynching Incident, Orders Action
SC Delhi Aims to Maintain Unbeaten Home Record Against Odisha FC in ISL 2025-26
New Delhi, May 7: SC Delhi is set to play a crucial match against Odisha FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26 this Friday. The game will take place at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi. Both teams currently find themselves at the lower end of the points table and are eager to ... Read more SC Delhi Aims to Maintain Unbeaten Home Record Against Odisha FC in ISL 2025-26
Govt says 101 mineral blocks started operations since auction regime began in 2015
India's mines ministry announced 101 mineral blocks are now operational. This achievement follows the 2015 auction system. The ministry worked with state governments to speed up approvals and production. Odisha leads with 34 operational blocks. Karnataka and Gujarat also show significant progress. This development supports India's self-reliance goals.
Youth Dies After Mob Assault Following Alleged Attack On Two Women In Odisha
According to eyewitnesses and local residents, the two accused youths allegedly attacked the women in broad daylight, triggering panic in the area and outrage among locals.
Odisha Sets 7-Day Deadline For House Plan Approvals Via SUJOG App
Govt officials failing to clear files within the stipulated period will face a penalty of Rs 250 per day.
Tribal man from Odisha throws community feast under threat of social boycott
The man, Jitu Munda is, however, not complaining as donations have poured in since the disturbing visuals of him walking with the skeleton went viral
Odisha CM Advocates Two-Coast Model for Indias Development Boost
Bhubaneswar, May 7: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Chandra Majhi has called for a two-coast strategy to accelerate the next phase of industrial development in India, emphasizing the crucial role of the eastern coast in the countrys economic expansion. During a three-day visit to Gujarat, CM Majhi made these remarks while addressing industry leaders after touring ... Read more Odisha CM Advocates Two-Coast Model for Indias Development Boost
Odisha Not Affected by South Coast Railway Plan, Says Indian Railways
Bhubaneswar, May 7: The Indian Railways has reiterated that the construction of the South Coast Railway will not harm Odisha in any way, dismissing reports suggesting otherwise as misleading and malicious. Officials stated that this clarification was issued in response to widely circulated claims that the formation of the new South Coast Railway zone would ... Read more Odisha Not Affected by South Coast Railway Plan, Says Indian Railways
Odisha Not Affected by South Coast Railway Project, Clarifies Indian Railways
Bhubaneswar, May 7: Indian Railways has reiterated that the construction of the South Coast Railway will not adversely affect Odisha. This clarification comes in response to misleading reports suggesting significant harm to the state due to the new railway zone. Officials dismissed these claims as factually incorrect, attributing them to individuals and groups with vested ... Read more Odisha Not Affected by South Coast Railway Project, Clarifies Indian Railways
Minor Boy Trapped In Rock Crevice For Hours, Rescued After Gruelling Operation In Odisha
The incident occurred between 11:30 am and 12 noon near Kanipada village under Odagaon police limits, when the boy had ventured into the forest at Baunsagadia to collect honey: Reports
Odisha Leader Demands Justice for Pregnant Woman Murdered in Front of Her Child
Bhubaneswar, May 6: Naveen Patnaik, the leader of the opposition and president of the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), has called on Chief Minister Mohan Chandra Majhi to ensure immediate and strict action against those responsible for the brutal murder of a pregnant woman in Khirida village, Ganjam district. In a letter to the Chief Minister, ... Read more Odisha Leader Demands Justice for Pregnant Woman Murdered in Front of Her Child
Odisha fire service pulls off an unusual rescue observed by a surprisingly tranquil python
A boy was trapped in a rock crevice for seven hours; a python that happened to be there too did not harm him
Odisha Boy Gets Head Stuck In Crevice, Finds Snake Staring At Him
The boy, identified as Shiba Pradhan, had ventured into the Kanipada forest with his uncle to collect honey.
WOTR implements groundwater management initiative in 183 villages
The community-led groundwater management initiative is being implemented in Maharashtra, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh and Odisha using its Community Driven Vulnerability Evaluation Visual Integrator tool
Rich In Resources, Poor In Opportunity: The Migration Trap In Odishas Tribal Belt
There are critical questions about the balance between development, rights and sustainability in Odishas Tribal Belt.
Odisha govt issues SOP to combat urban flooding for coming monsoon
Regular desilting of drains and removal of encroachments obstructing natural water flow have been made compulsory to prevent flooding and ensure smooth drainage during heavy rainfall
FC Raengdai fought back from a goal down to draw 1 1 with Mawlai Sport Club Mawlai SC to finish Group A runners up in the I League 3 behind Sunrise Club Orissa who capped their league campaign with a convincing 4 1 win over Sikkim Brotherhood FC earlier in the day Mawlai SC found the breakthrough against the Manipur side in the 16th minute through Damanbhalang Chyne but FC Raengdai fought tooth and nail to make their way back into the game and rode on the equaliser from Yendrembam Sobha Singh, who subbed in for Gaisuangmei Kamei, to make it 1 1 after 79 minutes FC Raengdai's effort to seize control in the later exchanges however met with stiff resistance and eventually they had to share the spoils with the visitors from Shillong Earlier in the day, Sunrise Club Orissa rode on Suraj Kumar's double to consolidate themselves on top of Group A table and sink Sikkim Brotherhood Football Club to the fifth spot in the table Suraj Kumar earned Sunrise Club Orissa a narrow 1 0 first half lead by scoring late in the 42nd minute before Faslurahman Methukayil made it 2 0 after 49 minutes, Suraj Kumar scored yet again in the 56th minute to further extend the lead but Sikkim Brotherhood Football Club pulled back a goal through Narendra Chettri in the 69th minute and made it 1 3 Sikkim Brotherhood Football Club however failed to sustain their cause and slumped further with Ramajan Munda hitting the decisive goal for the Odisha outfit in the 83rd minute With the win, Sunrise Club Orissa qualified for the final round while FG Raengdai need to be among two best second placed teams in four groups to make the final round cut Source The Sangai Express
In a complaint, the BJD termed issuance of second ballot to two BJP MLAs during Rajya Sabha election as illegal
Odisha Set to Empower Eastern India, Says Chief Minister Mohan Chandra Majhi
Ahmedabad, May 6: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Chandra Majhi participated in the Odisha Investors Meet held in Ahmedabad. This conference is a significant step towards establishing Odisha as a preferred destination for next-generation industrial development under the Purvodaya initiative. Addressing the conference, Chief Minister Majhi stated, Gujarat has empowered western India. Now, Odisha is ready ... Read more Odisha Set to Empower Eastern India, Says Chief Minister Mohan Chandra Majhi
Christians increasingly under attack in Odisha, claim activists
Attacks have been reported on Christian places of worship, forceful disruption and closure of prayer meetings, and instituting false charges of unlawful religious conversion on the clergy, says the Peoples Tribunal
CM Majhi Pitches Odisha As Next Industrial Growth Hub At Ahmedabad Investors Meet
Addressing over 500 industry representatives, Majhi said eastern India would drive the next phase of the countrys economic expansion, with Odisha at its core.
Congratulatory Messages Pour In For Odisha CM Majhi After Being Named Bengal Observer
Echoing similar sentiments, senior BJP leader Jitendra Biswal described the appointment as a significant recognition for Odisha.
Giant King Cobra Rescued From Chicken Shop In Odishas Kaptipada
A joint team of forest officials and members of the Snake Helpline swiftly reached the spot and initiated a carefully coordinated rescue: Reports
Odisha CM on 3-day business trip to Gujarat, aims for big investments
The tour will focus on textiles, chemicals and petrochemicals, metals & downstream industries, and pharmaceuticals
Shah Named BJPs Central Observer For Election Of Legislative Party Leader In West Bengal
NEW DELHI, May 5: The BJP on Tuesday named Union Home Minister Amit Shah as the partys central observer for election of its legislative party leader in West Bengal. The party also appointed Union minister JP Nadda as its central observer for election of the legislative party leader in Assam. Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini was made co-observer for election of BJPs legislative party leader in Assam, according to a notification issued by the party. Odisha Chief Minister Mohan [] The post Shah Named BJPs Central Observer For Election Of Legislative Party Leader In West Bengal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Amit Shah named central observer for West Bengal, Nadda for Assam
According to the notification, Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini and Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi have been appointed as co-observers for Assam and West Bengal respectively
TMC Fails to Win in Nine of West Bengals 23 Districts
The result also marked the BJP's decisive breach of its last major eastern bastion, completing its saffron arc across 'Anga, Banga and Kalinga' (Bihar, Bengal and Odisha).
L&T to develop coal-to-ammonium nitrate project in Odisha
NEW DELHI, May 5: Infrastructure major Larsen & Toubro (L&T) on Tuesday said it has bagged an order valued between Rs 2,500 crore to Rs 5,000 crore from the joint venture of state-owned Coal India Limited and Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited for the development of a coal-to-ammonium nitrate project in Odisha. The project is likely to produce 2,000 tonnes of ammonia nitrate per day, reducing import dependence, conserving foreign exchange and strengthening domestic industrial capabilities in energy and chemicals sectors. [] The post L&T to develop coal-to-ammonium nitrate project in Odisha appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
L&T bags 'large' BCGCL order for coal-to-chemicals plant in Odisha, 2,000 TPD capacity
Larsen & Toubro has secured a landmark deal to develop a state-of-the-art coal-to-ammonium nitrate facility in Odisha, poised to deliver 2,000 tonnes of ammonium nitrate daily. This venture not only bolsters India's aspirations for enhanced coal gasification but also reduces dependency on imports, perfectly aligning with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
Ganjam special school students with disabilities achieve 100 per cent result
Disability has not deterred the visually and hearing impaired students from the path of success as all 25 students from the two special schools here in Odishas Ganjam district cleared the annual Std X state board examination this year, officials said on Monday
Bengaluru FC and Odisha FC Battle to a 1-1 Draw in ISL Clash
Bengaluru, May 5: In a thrilling encounter in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26, Bengaluru FC and Odisha FC ended their match in a 1-1 draw on Monday. Head coach Pep Muoz was forced to make changes due to injuries to Ashik Kuruniyan and Nikhil Pujari, bringing in Shivashakti Narayanan and Ricky Miteei to the ... Read more Bengaluru FC and Odisha FC Battle to a 1-1 Draw in ISL Clash
Bengaluru FC and Odisha FC Draw 1-1 in Thrilling ISL Match
Bengaluru, May 5: In an exciting encounter on Monday, Bengaluru FC and Odisha FC ended their match in a 1-1 draw during the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26 season. Head coach Pep Munoz had to make adjustments due to injuries to Ashik Kuruniyan and Nikhil Pujari, bringing in Shivashakti Narayanan and Ricky Miteei to the ... Read more Bengaluru FC and Odisha FC Draw 1-1 in Thrilling ISL Match
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Kolkata, May 4:In a mandate as sweeping as it is symbolic, the BJP on Monday scripted history by winning 202 seats to secure more than a two-thirds majority in the West Bengal assembly polls, ending the TMCs 15-year rule, and decisively shifting the states ideological and political centre of gravity. The verdict acquired added political drama and symbolic heft as Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee was defeated in the prestigious Bhabanipur seat by BJPs Suvendu Adhikari, capping a stunning turnaround after initial trends appeared to favour the TMC supremo. What began as tentative early leads soon hardened into a decisive wave, with the BJP winning 202 seats and leading in five, while the TMC trailed far behind, managing to win 73 and leading in eight seats, according to Election Commission data at 11.10pm. The scale, spread and speed of the BJP surge -breaching the halfway mark of 148 in the 294-member House well before counting reached its midpoint- pointed not merely to a change of guard but to a structural realignment in Bengal politics. For the first time since 1972, West Bengal appears set to be governed by a party that is also in power at the Centre -a shift with deep administrative and political implications. The result also marked the BJPs decisive breach of its last major eastern bastion, completing its saffron arc across 'Anga, Banga and Kalinga' (Bihar, Bengal and Odisha) and significantly altering the national political balance. Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the mandate, saying the Lotus blooms in West Bengal and that the party would work to fulfil the aspirations of the people. At the heart of the BJPs campaign was Modi himself, whose high-voltage rallies and direct voter connect made him the central face of the partys push in Bengal, while Union Home Minister Amit Shah functioned as the chief strategist -stitching together booth-level networks, candidate selection and social coalitions. The partys rise in Bengal has been neither sudden nor accidental. Since its 2019 Lok Sabha breakthrough, the BJP has treated the state not merely as another electoral target but as a political and ideological challenge. From a marginal vote share of around four per cent in 2011, the BJP surged to nearly 40 per cent in 2019 and then secured 77 seats in the 2021 Assembly elections, displacing the Left and Congress as the principal challenger to the TMC. Yet, converting that expansion into power had remained elusive until now. As counting progressed through the day, early leads consolidated into a near sweep. The BJPs advance cut across geographies -from north Bengal to Junglemahal to south Bengal, from border districts to industrial belt- indicating a statewide wave rather than region-specific gains. Seats such as Dinhata, Gosaba, Baghmundi, Bankura, Binpur and Nayagram pointed to deep inroads in tribal and rural belts, while gains in Asansol Dakshin, Durgapur Purba and other urban pockets reflected consolidation in industrial and semi-urban regions. Early wins in Kalimpong, Darjeeling, Monteswar, Bhatar, Medinipur and Asansol Dakshin reinforced the breadth of the surge. In contrast, the TMCs resistance appeared fragmented. District-level patterns pointed to a sharp erosion, with the TMC struggling to hold ground in several regions of north Bengal and Junglemahal. The vote share data underscored the depth of the shift. The BJPs vote share climbed to around 45 per cent from 38 per cent in 2021, while the TMCs dropped to nearly 40.94 per cent from 48 percent. A key point lay in the 177 constituencies where voter deletions had exceeded past victory margins -a latent factor that appears to have translated into a decisive political shift. In these seats, the BJP not only retained its earlier gains but also made significant inroads into TMC-held territories, suggesting a deeper realignment rather than a mere swing. The scale of the setback was also reflected in the fortunes of senior TMC leaders. At least 20 ministers were defeated, including Bratya Basu, Manas Ranjan Bhunia, Shashi Panja and Chandrima Bhattacharya. In Sabang, Bhunia, a multi-term winner, lost, while in Dinhata, Udayan Guha was defeated. In Kolkata, BJPs Purnima Chakraborty defeated state industry minister Shashi Panja, pointing to cracks even in urban bastions. For a party that had built its dominance on welfare delivery, centralised authority and booth-level control, the erosion appeared simultaneous across organisational layers. In a dramatic, high-stakes contest that mirrored the political theatre of Nandigram five years ago, Adhikari defeated Banerjee in Bhabanipur by 15,105 votes after all 20 rounds of counting, according to Election Commission data. I thank the people of Bhabanipur for voting for me and ensuring a margin of over 15,000 votes, Adhikari said after securing victory and collecting his winning certificate. The outcome was a replay of the 2021 Nandigram election, where Adhikari had unseated Banerjee in a fiercely fought battle that reshaped Bengals political narrative. Adhikari, once a close aide of Banerjee and a key architect of the TMCs rise in districts like East Midnapore, now emerges as a frontrunner in discussions over the chief ministerial face of the BJP government. Other names, including state president Samik Bhattacharya, Union minister Sukanta Majumdar and Swapan Dasgupta, are also doing the rounds. The verdict represents a watershed moment for the BJP. From a marginal presence in Bengal in the late 1990s -aided initially by its alliance with the TMC -the party has now completed a steady climb to power and dismantled the very party that once facilitated its entry in the state, three decades ago. Politically, the Monday poll verdict reinforced the BJPs ability to dislodge entrenched regional forces. However, the mandate also brings challenges governing a politically polarised state, managing local leadership equations, and delivering on promises related to development, law and order and administrative reform. For the TMC, the verdict signals a structural rupture. After 15 years in power, the party faces the difficult transition from a dominant ruling force to an opposition formation, with anti-incumbency, corruption allegations, governance fatigue and organisational centralisation converging into a decisive setback. West Bengal, long defined by extended phases of single-party dominance, now appears to be entering a more competitive, bipolar political phase. For the BJP, Bengal is no longer a frontier; it is a governance test. For the TMC, the battle shifts from retaining power to reclaiming relevance. And for Bengal, the moment marks not just a change in government, but a reordering of its political landscape. NDA set to form Govt in Assam for 3rd straight term The ruling NDA is set to form the government in Assam for the third consecutive term after securing a two-thirds majority, with a record high of 102 seats in the 126-member assembly, while the Congress-led Opposition delivered its worst performance in recent times on Monday. The BJP, which contested 90 seats, won 82, while its allies -- the Bodoland People's Front (BPF), which contested 11 seats, and the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP), which fought in 26 seats -- bagged 10 constituencies each. The saffron party secured a majority on its own for the first time in the state. It had won 60 seats in the previous two polls in 2021 and 2016. In the Opposition camp, the Congress, which contested 99 seats, won 19 constituencies, while the Badruddin Ajmal-led AIUDF and Akhil Gogoi-led Raijor Dal secured two seats each, and the Trinamool Congress bagged one constituency. Raijor Dal, an opposition alliance partner, had contested 13 seats, while the other parties in the camp -- Assam Jatiya Parishad (AJP), CPI(M) and APHLC -- drew a blank. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma won the Jalukbari constituency for the sixth consecutive term, defeating Congress candidate Bidisha Neog by 89,434 votes. In a major blow to the Congress, its state president Gaurav Gogoi lost in Jorhat to veteran politician and sitting BJP MLA Hitendranath Goswami by 23,181 votes. Among the prominent BJP winners are ministers Ajanta Neog (Golaghat), Ranoj Pegu (Dhemaji), Pijush Hazarika (Jagiroad), Ashok Singhal (Dhekiajuli), Kaushik Rai (Lakhipur), Prashanta Phukan (Dibrugarh), Krishnendu Paul (Patharkandi) and Bimal Borah (Tingkhong). Assembly Speaker Biswajit Daimary won from Tamulpur constituency by defeating former BTC chief Pramod Boro of the UPPL. Sitting BJP MLAs Mrinal Saikia (Khumtai), Bhuban Pegu (Jonai), Rama Kanta Dewri (Morigaon), Rupak Sarmah (Nagaon-Batadraba), Paramanda Rajbongshi (Sipajhar), Utpal Borah (Gohpur), Biswajit Phukan (Sarupathar), Binod Hazarika (Chabua-Lahowal), Taranga Gogoi (Naharkatia), Bhaskar Sharma (Margherita), Rupjyoti Kurmi (Mariani) and Bhuban Gam (Majuli) also emerged victorious. AGP ministers Atul Bora and Keshav Mahanta retained their Bokakhat and Kaliabor constituencies, respectively, while first-timer Tapan Das won the Dimoria seat. Among the BPF candidates, cabinet minister Charan Boro retained his Mazbat constituency while the others who won are Maneswar Brahma (Baksa), Paniram Brahma (Sidli-Chirang), Thaneswar Basumatary (Manas), Rihon Daimary (Udalguri) and BTC chief Hagrama Mohilary's wife Sewli Mohilary from Kokrajhar. Prominent Congress candidates who won the polls are sitting MLAs Wajed Ali Choudhury (Birsing Jarua), Jakir Hussain Sikdar (Pakabetbari), Rekibuddin Ahmed (Chamaria) and Nurul Huda (Rupahihat). Other winners from the party include Aminul Haque Laskar (Sonai), Joy Prakash Das (Nowboicha), Tanzil Hussain (Samaguri), Asif Mohammad Nazar (Laharighat) and Aftabuddin Mollah (Jaleswar). AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal won from Binnakandi and his party member Mazibur Rahman from Dalgaon. Raijor Dal president Akhil Gogoi retained the Sibsagar seat, while another party member Mehboob Muktar won the Dhing seat and Trinamool Congress' Sherman Ali Ahmed won from Mandia. Among the prominent candidates who lost the polls are Leader of the Opposition in the outgoing assembly, Debabrata Saikia, Assam Jatiya Parishad president Lurinjyoti Saikia, and former Rajya Sabha MP and senior Congress leader Ripun Bora. Among the 59 women who contested the polls, only six could manage to win, with four from the BJP, and one each from its allies AGP and BPF, while only one won from Congress. Polling in all 126 assembly constituencies in the state was held in a single phase on April 9 with 722 candidates in fray. UDF sweeps to power in Kerela Lotus blooms in 3 seats Kerala on Monday witnessed a sharp political reset as the state electors voted out the last Left government in the country, bringing back the Congress to the ruling saddle after a gap of 10 years, while the BJP broke through a long-standing electoral drought by winning three seats. The Congress-led UDF swept aside a decade of Left rule under Pinarayi Vijayan with a decisive Assembly victory, with the national party adding the third southern state to be ruled by it, in its kitty. The party is in power in Karnataka and Telangana. While Congress' vote share stood at 28.79 per cent, that of CPI (M) was 21.77 per cent. Congress ally IUML had a voteshare of 11.01 per cent. Apart from strong anti-incumbency against the government, the results of the April 9 polls also indicated a consolidation of support across sections of society in favour of the United Democratic Front, which had been in opposition to the Left dispensation for the past decade. The UDF won 102 seats, while the CPI(M)-headed LDF netted 35 seats, according to Election Commission data on counting of votes for 140 constituencies. The outcome also marked the absence of the Left from governance in any Indian state for the first time in five decades. The ire against the government was so strong that 13 ministers in the cabinet suffered defeat in the political tsunami unleashed by the UDF. Not only the Congress, but its key allies, including the IUML, the Kerala Congress also secured massive victory in the polls, which saw the complete erasure of the LDF in some key districts. At the same time, the LDF partners, including the CPI(M), lost many seats, while a key partner, Kerala Congress (M), was reduced to zero in a humiliating outcome in the polls. Top contenders for the Chief Minister's post, senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala and Leader of Opposition V D Satheesan, won their seats with comfortable margins, setting the stage for the next step in discussions on the post. Of the 21 cabinet members, only Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, P A Mohamed Riyas, K Rajan, G R Anil, K N Balagopal, P Prasad, and Saji Cherian emerged victorious. The ministers who lost the election included Veena George, M B Rajesh, O R Kelu, R Bindhu, J Chinchurani, P Rajeev, K B Ganesh Kumar, V N Vasavan, V Sivankutty, V Abdurahiman, Kadannappally Ramachandran A K Saseendran and Roshy Augustine. LDF convenor T P Ramakrishnan also lost his sitting seat of Perambra in Kozhikode district. The BJP's bid to make strong inroads in Kerala dominated by UDF and LDF got a slight push with the party winning three seats-- Nemom and Kazhakoottam in Thiruvananthapuram district and Chathannoor in Kollam. BJP candidate from Chathannoor, B B Gopakumar, won by 4,398 votes. In Nemom, party state chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar triumphed with a margin of over 3,000 votes, while former Union Minister V Muraleedharan won Kazhakoottam with a narrow margin. Congress general secretary and Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra thanked the people of the state for their overwhelming support and vowed to work diligently towards building a better future for them. In a post on X, Vadra said, To all my brothers and sisters in Keralam, thank you for your faith and for your overwhelming support. The trust you have placed in us will be the UDF's guiding force as we work hard towards building a better future for each one of you. I sincerely hope that our gratitude to you will be evident each day of the next five years as we strive to fulfil our commitments to you with honesty and humility, she added. Reacting to the outcome, AICC General Secretary K C Venugopal said the UDF's sweeping victory was a clear verdict against the arrogance, corruption, and nepotism of the CPI(M)-led government headed by CM Vijayan. Addressing a press conference, Venugopal said the outcome reflected public anger against what he termed 10 years of misrule by the Left government. He claimed that Vijayan's victory in his home constituency, Dharmadam, was only technical, alleging that the CM trailed the UDF candidate in the initial rounds of counting and failed to secure a majority in his own village. He just escaped. He suffered a setback even in his home turf. He was the only person who did not realise the people's mood in this election, Venugopal claimed. In a major political upset for the CPI(M), leaders who had revolted against the party just ahead of the polls and joined the UDF camp, including veteran leader G Sudhakaran, P V Kunhikrishnan and T K Govindan, breached the Left strongholds of Ambalappuzha, Payyannur and Taliparamba seats. CPI(M) state secretary M V Govindan said the LDF would examine the reasons behind its defeat and take corrective measures. Speaking to reporters, Govindan said every aspect that led to the defeat would be analysed. He thanked LDF workers and the people who voted for the front. The LDF will evaluate and study the defeat, after which required corrections will be made. We expect the support of the people for it, he said. On defeats in traditional party strongholds, Govindan said the LDF had suffered a major setback across Kerala. We will carry out effective organisational work to correct the issues that led to the defeat, he said. BJP leader Chandrasekhar told reporters that as contended by him from the beginning his was an anti-CPI(M) election as the people were fed up with their corruption and alleged misappropriation of gold from Sabarimala. Chandrasekhar said that right from the start of the election campaign, both the Congress and CPI(M) said that BJP will not get even one seat. He also said that he knew right from the beginning that the CPI(M) will not win this time, no matter what it does. Meanwhile, the 16th Kerala Legislative Assembly will have 11 women MLAs, one less than in the previous House. The outgoing Assembly had 12 women legislators, a majority of them from the CPI(M). Vijay's TVK emerges giant slayer in Tamil Nadu Actor-politician Vijay's TVK on Monday created a record of sorts in the electoral history of Tamil Nadu and emerged as the single largest party by delivering a shock defeat to incumbent DMK and its president, Chief Minister MK Stalin in his Kolathur constituency, while the AIADMK was pushed to a distant third spot. This was the first time since 1967, when the first non-Congress government (DMK) came to power in the state, that a party other than the two Dravidian heavyweights emerged victorious in the hustings. Vijay and TVK have many firsts to their credit and the the party founder will be the first person from a minority religion -Christianity- to helm the state. While Vijay won from both Perambur and Tiruchirappalli East constituencies, his party has netted 89 seats and was leading in 18 more and is on course to become the single largest party in the 234-member House. Elections were held on April 23 and the counting of votes done on Monday. Perhaps the biggest shock was CM Stalin being defeated by a margin of 8,795 votes in his Kolathur constituency by little known V S Babu, who was formerly with the DMK and an ex-MLA. More than 10 ministers including Geetha Jeevan and Ma Subramanian were defeated. Stalin had last tasted defeat in 1991. Even Deputy CM Udhayanidhi's prospects appeared dim for a while as he trailed behind the TVK nominee in Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni. Eventually, he won. As soon as it became clear that TVK was inching towards an unprecedented, huge win in its debut polls, party workers and supporters gathered in front of party office at Panaiyur here and burst firecrackers and distributed sweets. Also, Vijay's victory and often-repeated assurance of share in power to like-minded parties is expected to open a new chapter in the history of the state and TVK supporters expect the Congress (5), IUML (2), Left parties (4), VCK (2) and PMK (5) as well to offer support and have a share in power. Together such parties have won or leading in a total of 18 seats. TVK needs 118 seats to form government. This will the first time in Tamil Nadu that a party will assume power a little over two years after its founding. TVK has clocked nearly 35 per cent (34.92) vote share in its debut polls. The TVK was launched in February 2024. While the DMK has won 48 seats and is leading in 12 constituencies (24.20 per cent voteshare), AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami won by a record margin of 98,110 votes in his home segment of Edapadi in Salem district. The AIADMK has won 41 seats and is leading in six segments (21.25 per cent voteshare). While the party's seniors, including C Ve Shanmugam and SP Velumani won hands down, many others, such as former minister P Thangamani, suffered shock defeats. Interestingly, the TVK made heavy inroads in the AIADMK's bastion, western Tamil Nadu that includes Coimbatore, even as DMK emerged victorious in some seats. DMK President and outgoing Chief Minister Stalin took the defeat in his stride and said that his party bowed and accepted the people's verdict. He said he was truthful to all sections of people and had acted as per his conscience and also worked beyond his capacity for people's welfare. He asserted that his party, which worked well as the ruling party would from now on work well as the main opposition party. Stalin said in his public life, he had seen lot of victories and defeats as well and DMK's political journey will continue without any slackness. He said ideology is important rather than victories and defeats alone. AIADMK general secretary Palaniswami said that he accepts the people's verdict in the elections. In a statement here, he said, I express my gratitude to all the people, who rose up and performed their democratic duty in the assembly elections. Stating that the people were judges here, he said, Therefore, I wholeheartedly accept the decision given by the people. He said, We will soon recover from this setback. Meanwhile, scores of tinsel town names, including 'superstar' Rajinikanth greeted Vijay on his poll show. National award winner Dhanush, musician Anirudh Ravichander and many others extended their greetings. Interestingly, among the TVK winners was actor-director Srinath, who defeated state minister P Geetha Jeevan in Thoothukudi. NDA retains Puducherry Riding a pro-incumbency wave, the AINRC-led NDA emerged victorious in the April 9 Puducherry Assembly elections, all set to form the government for a successive term. AINRC leader and Chief Minister N Rangasamy won from both the seats that he contested--Thattanchavady and Mangalam, even as the party won a total of 11 seats and was leading in one, according to latest Election Commission figures. Elections to 30 seats were held on April 9. The territorial assembly also has three nominated members to the House. NDA constituent BJP won from four seats while other coalition members--AIADMK and LJK, won from one seat each. Winners from BJP included party senior and incumbent minister A Namassivayam. The NDA's victory came on a day when actor Vijay-led TVK won in neighbouring Tamil Nadu and also emerged victorious from two seats in the UT. Puducherry, a tiny UT located about 160 km from Chennai, borders Tamil Nadu districts Cuddalore and Villupuram on either sides. Opposition DMK won five seats and Congress one. While the CM trounced Neyam Makkal Kazhagam rival E Vinayagam by 4441 votes in Thattanchavady, his pocket borough seat, Rangasamy emerged victorious in Managalam too, defeating DMK's SS Rangan by 7050 votes. This is not the first time that Rangasamy has sought to contest from two seats. He contested in Yanam and Thattanchavady in the 2021 Assembly polls. He however was trounced in Yanam and was successful in Thattanchavady. He may have to now vacate one of the seats. Key losers include former CM Ve Vaithilingam at the hands of Rangasamy. Time for change, not revenge: PM Modi As the BJP swept the assembly elections in West Bengal for the first time, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said the state has been finally freed from fear and that it was a time for change, not revenge, as he appealed to all parties to shun the culture of political violence and focus on the future of the state. Addressing the jubilant party workers at the BJP headquarters after the win in assembly elections in West Bengal, Assam, and Puducherry, PM Modi said the Congress, TMC, and others had been punished severely for opposing the recent women's reservation bill. He said that the Samajwadi Party would also face the wrath of women very soon, in an apparent reference to the 2027 assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh. In his nearly 50-minute speech, the PM said the elections in West Bengal had been special this year, as earlier they were marred by violence, fear, and the death of innocent people. But this time the news was different as peaceful voting took place in West Bengal and for the first time, no one lost their life during voting, he said. As Bengal enters a new phase of change, I also want to make an earnest appeal to every political party in Bengal. Over the past decades in Bengal, countless lives have been ruined due to political violence. I firmly believe that this election culture of Bengal must change from today onwards. Today, when the BJP has won, the talk should not be of revenge, but of change; not of fear, but of the future, he said and urged the parties to end the vicious circle of violence. PM Modi said it was a special day in many ways as it heralds a bright future for the country. It is a day of trust in the great democracy of India, trust in the politics of performance, trust in the resolve of stability, trust in the spirit of Ek Bharat, Shrestha Bharat. I bow before the people of West Bengal, Assam, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu and Keralam, he said at the victory celebration event where BJP President Nitin Nabin, Union ministers Amit Shah and Rajnath Singh, among others, were present. PM Modi said on November 14 last year, when the Bihar election results came in, he told the BJP workers from this very spot that the Ganga flows onward from Bihar all the way to Ganga Sagar (in West Bengal). And today, with victory in West Bengal, from Gangotri (Uttarakhand) to Ganga Sagar (West Bengal), it is nothing but the lotus in full bloom. Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and West Bengal today, in these states surrounding Mother Ganga, there are BJP-NDA governments, he said. The PM said winning and losing are a natural part of democracy and politics, but the people of the five states have shown the world why the country is the mother of democracy. He said women's participation in this election had been exceptionally high and this was emerging as the brightest picture of Indian democracy. Women power is now rapidly progressing towards building a developed India. However, a few days ago, the Congress and its allies blocked this momentum of women's power. These anti-women parties prevented the amendment to the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam from being passed in Parliament. That is why I said a few days ago that parties opposing the women's reservation bill will have to face the wrath of women. Today, sisters and daughters have punished the Congress, TMC, and DMK, PM Modi said. He said the Congress had certainly benefited from the 10 years of misrule by the Left in Kerala, but expressed confidence that the mothers and sisters of Kerala will also definitely teach the Congress a lesson in the next elections. The Samajwadi Party, which has blocked women's reservation in Parliament, will also have to face the opposition of the women of Uttar Pradesh. No matter what the anti-women Samajwadi Party does, it will never be able to wash away its sins, the PM said. Referring to Assam, he said that along with the river Ganga, the Brahmaputra has also showered immense blessings upon the BJP, and the blessings of Maa Kamakhya have been with the party. The people of Assam have trusted the BJP-NDA for the third consecutive time, he said. PM Modi said that in 2021, the NDA put forward the vision of BEST Puducherry. The people of Puducherry trusted in the vision and blessed the alliance. I want to assure the youth and fishermen of Puducherry that we will keep working for your bright future. The prosperity of Puducherry is our resolve, he said. The PM said the BJP-NDA governments are in power in more than 20 states of the country. Our mantra is 'citizen is god'. We are dedicated to serving the people; therefore, the people are placing more and more trust in the BJP. The people are clearly seeing that where there is BJP, there is good governance. Where there is BJP, there is development, he said. PM Modi said that with the BJP's victory in West Bengal, the soul of Jan Sangh founder Syama Prasad Mookerjee must be at peace now. I respectfully bow to the people of Bengal, the people of Assam, the people of Puducherry, and the people of Tamil Nadu and Kerala today; I salute them all. Today, I also heartily congratulate the countless workers of the BJP. Every small and big worker of the BJP has once again performed a miracle, has made the lotus bloom. You have created a new history, he said. After his speech, the PM held a meeting at the BJP headquarters with Nabin, Shah, Singh and former party chief J P Nadda. Result aftershocks to be felt all the way up to 2029: CM Omar Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Monday, while describing the stunning assembly election results in the West Bengal and the Tamil Nadu as political earthquakes, cautioned that their (results') aftershocks would be felt far and wide for a long time, probably all the way up to 2029. CM Omar shared this measured reaction on his personal X handle - where earlier in his instant first reaction, presumably also to the early trends vis--vis assembly election results, he actually created a flutter with his two-word tweet. Bloody hell!! was his ambiguous (the very first) tweet, which he posted with emoticons sharing an expression of disbelief on X handle at 11:01 am on Monday, May 4, 2026. Though the Chief Minister left ample scope for its (tweets) interpretations yet it was read directly in relation to the assembly election result trends by millions of his followers. By evening, CM Omars enigmatic two-word post had already garnered 1.8 million views and 23,200 plus likes. However, later, he posted a guarded post wherein he, probably hinting towards current cacophony that has crept in news bulletins, talked about his imagery of sane and sensible interpretation of the trends and results identifying them with those presented by ace veteran broadcaster Prannoy Roy. In the same post, he mentioned the after-effects of the political-earthquake that shook West Bengal and Tamil Nadu and their lingering impact to be experienced for a long time. Elections in India have always meant @PrannoyRoy7749 for sane, sensible interpretation of the trends & results and thats why today the screens in my office have been tuned to @DeKoderAI to watch the unfolding political earthquake in West Bengal & Tamil Nadu. The aftershocks of these results will be felt far & wide for a long time, probably all the way up to 2029, CM Omar posted. This post too had garnered 380,000 views 4900 plus likes by evening. Notably Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and his father Farooq Abdullah, during media interactions in the past couple of days, had exuded confidence about the victory of TMCs Mamata Banerjee, even after the exit poll results, some of which had predicted her partys rout in West Bengal. As far as DMK was concerned, even the exit polls generally had not predicted the defeat of DMK. The NC is part of the INDIA bloc led by Congress. Trinamool Congress and DMK are also constituents of this alliance.
SC nixes Odishas odious bail conditions to Adivasi, Dalit accused to clean police stations
Such abhorrent bail conditions, issued by both HC and trial courts, reflect the regressive mindset, caste-based biases of Odisha judiciary, says SC; sends warning against such bail conditions to all HCs
Project Aarogya Reshapes Rural Healthcare Access In Odishas Tribal Heartland
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Odisha Girl Defies Critical Physical Challenges, Clears Matriculation Exam
Authorities had offered her the assistance of a scribe, a provision meant to support candidates with disabilities. Lakshmi, however, declined. She chose instead to write every paper herselfslowly, painstakingly, but independently: Reports
Five Killed, Eight Injured As SUV Crashes Into Truck In Odisha
The accident occurred near Barada Behera Tanki Chhak under Jenapur police limits when the Mahindra Bolero vehicle, carrying a group returning from a wedding, collided with the truck from behind. The impact of the crash was severe, leaving the SUV mangled and trapping several occupants inside
In BJP's Triumph Over Trinamool, An 'Anga-Banga-Kalinga' Completion
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Opposition targets Odisha BJP government over broad daylight crime in Puri
BJD president Naveen Patnaik has expressed deep concern after a video went viral showing a group of miscreants chasing a man and launching a violent assault using a sharp weapon
Five killed, seven injured as SUV rams truck in Odishas Jajpur
Jajpur: At least five people, including two women, were killed and seven others injured when an SUV in which they were travelling rammed into a truck in Odishas Jajpur district on Monday, May 4, police said. The accident took place near Barada Chhak on the Daitary-Paradeep express highway under Jenapur police station limits in Jajpur Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Controversy Erupts Over Milk Price Hike in Odisha, BJD Targets Government
Bhubaneswar, May 4: The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has criticized the state government for a 4 increase in milk prices announced by the Odisha State Cooperative Milk Producers Federation (OMFED). The party claims that the double-engine government has placed a heavy burden on consumers. During a press conference at the party headquarters, BJD spokesperson and ... Read more Controversy Erupts Over Milk Price Hike in Odisha, BJD Targets Government
National Education Policy 2020 to Transform Odisha and India, Says Governor
Bhubaneswar, May 4: Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati stated on Sunday that the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 is a transformative reform that will play a crucial role in achieving the goals of a Developed Odisha by 2036 and a Developed India by 2047. He emphasized that education is the most powerful tool for nation-building. ... Read more National Education Policy 2020 to Transform Odisha and India, Says Governor
National Education Policy 2020: A Catalyst for Odishas Development Goals
Bhubaneswar, May 4: Odishas Governor, Hari Babu Kambhampati, stated on Sunday that the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 is a transformative reform crucial for achieving the goals of a Developed Odisha by 2036 and a Developed India by 2047. He emphasized that education is the most powerful tool for nation-building. Addressing a national workshop on ... Read more National Education Policy 2020: A Catalyst for Odishas Development Goals
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Odisha Hindutva mob set ablaze van carrying cattle, driver escapes
Bhadrak: A Hindutva mob set a van on fire, allegedly used for cattle smuggling in Odishas Balasore district on Sunday, May 3, police said. However, no one was hurt in the incident, they said. The incident occurred at Bhatatira railway station level crossing under Sabarang police limits. The mob intercepted the van reportedly transporting several Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
India carries out 2nd test of long-range hypersonic anti-ship missile off Odisha coast
India's maritime defence received a significant boost with the successful second flight test of its long-range hypersonic anti-ship missile. The DRDO-developed missile, capable of speeds up to Mach 10, was tested off the Odisha coast. This advancement extends India's reach into deep ocean zones. The missile's capabilities are designed to deter regional rivals.
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The Board of Secondary Education, Odisha has declared the Class 10 (Matric) Result 2026, recording an overall pass percentage of 95.33 per cent. The result link is now live on official portals, allowing students to check and download their marksheets online. Around 5.44 lakh students had registered for the examination, of which 5,26,306 appeared and 5,19,251 cleared it.
Odisha's Class 10 results are out, with an overall pass rate of 95.33%. Gajapati district leads the state with an impressive 99.31% pass percentage, followed closely by Ganjam at 98.85%. Several other districts also achieved high success rates, showcasing strong academic performance across the state.
Odisha 10th Result Out: 95.33% Students Pass, Official Websites, Marksheet Download Link Here
BSE Odisha 10th Result OUT: Odisha 10th Result 2026 declared on May 2 with a passing rate of 95.33 percent; students can check marks online at bseodisha.ac.in,
BSE Odisha 10th result 2026 out: 95.33% pass, Gajapati tops; how to check marks
Odisha's Class 10 results are out, boasting an impressive 95.33% pass rate among over 5.19 lakh successful students. Gajapati district led with a remarkable 99.31% pass percentage. Thousands achieved top grades, with the C grade category seeing the largest student enrollment. Students can check their results online using their roll number and date of birth
Odisha Class 10 Result 2026 OUT: Direct Link To Download Scorecard
BSE Odisha 10th Result: Candidates facing internet issues, can use the SMS facility to check their BSE Class 10th result 2026.
BSE Odisha 10th Toppers: Odisha Class 10 results for 2026 are set to be announced today, May 2, at 4 pm, with scorecards accessible from 6 pm. The Board of Secondary Education Odisha will release detailed statistics instead of an individual toppers list. Last year's overall pass percentage was 94.93%, with girls achieving a higher pass rate than boys.
Odisha 10th Result 2026 Today At 4 PM: Steps To Download, Login Details
As soon as the result link becomes active, BSE Class 10th candidates will be required to enter their student details on the result download window.
BSE Odisha 10th Result 2026 Live Updates: Class 10 results expected today, check latest updates
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BSE Odisha 10th result: Pass percentage trend what to expect from 2026 announcement
As the BSE Odisha Class 10 result 2026 is set to be declared, attention is on the expected pass percentage. While the board will release official numbers later, past year trends indicate a largely stable performance. Here is a look at how students have performed in recent years and what it could mean for this year.
Sand-Laden Truck Rams Officers Vehicle During Anti-Mining Chase in Odisha
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Odisha Opposition Leader Raises Concerns Over Banking System in Letter to Finance Minister
New Delhi, May 2: Odishas Leader of the Opposition, Naveen Patnaik, has written a letter to Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. In his correspondence, he referenced a troubling incident that occurred at the Odisha Gramya Bank branch in Malliposi, Keonjhar district. This incident took place on April 27. The letter details how a tribal citizen, ... Read more Odisha Opposition Leader Raises Concerns Over Banking System in Letter to Finance Minister
BSE Odisha 10th Result 2026: The Board of Secondary Education Odisha (BSE) will release the Class 10 results today, May 2, at 4 pm. Students can access their scorecards online from 6 pm onwards via official websites, SMS, DigiLocker, or the UMANG App. Required credentials include roll number and date of birth.
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Odisha 10th Result 2026: How to check scores on DigiLocker, Umang App, SMS and more
Odisha 10th result 2026: The Board of Secondary Education, Odisha will announce the Class 10 results on May 1, 2026, for over 5.6 lakh students. Results will be accessible through multiple platforms, including DigiLocker, Umang App, official websites, and SMS services. Detailed steps for checking scores on DigiLocker have been provided for easy access. Students must verify details on provisional marksheets and meet minimum passing criteria. Supplementary exam details and original certificate distribution will follow through respective schools.
Odisha AHSC 10th Result 2026 LIVE: BSE Madhyama Scorecard Out Today At 4 PM, Check Official Websites
Odisha AHSC Result 2026 LIVE Updates: BSE class 10th result releasing today at 4 pm. Check official websites, direct link to download.
BSE Odisha 10th Result 2026: Odisha Class 10 results are set to be released today, May 2, 2026, by the Board of Secondary Education Odisha at 4 PM. Students can access their scorecards online from 6 PM onwards on bseodisha.ac.in and bseodisha.nic.in. A minimum of 33 percent marks is required to pass.
Odisha CM Praises Workers, Announces Wage Hike on Labor Day
Bhubaneswar, May 2: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Chandra Majhi praised the relentless efforts and sacrifices of workers, stating they play a crucial role in advancing both the state and the nation. Speaking at a special event held on International Labor Day, he emphasized that ensuring fair wages and a respectful work environment remains a top ... Read more Odisha CM Praises Workers, Announces Wage Hike on Labor Day
