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‘God saved me’: Farooq Abdullah’s first reaction after assassination bid in Jammu

By Odisha News Online Mar 12, 2026 38

JAMMU, MAR 12: “God saved me,” said veteran politician and former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah in his first reaction after a man allegedly tried to assassinate him during a marriage function here on Wednesday night. The assailant, identified as Kamal Singh Jamwal, allegedly targeted Abdullah, who is the president of the ruling […]Continue Reading

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26 injured as fire breaks out at electric meter factory in Noida

By Odisha News Online Mar 12, 2026 55

NEW DELHI/NOIDA, MAR 12 : A fire broke out at an electric meter manufacturing factory in Sector 4 here on Thursday morning, leaving 26 people injured, police said. The injured were among nearly 240 workers who were trapped inside the factory, Capital Power System Limited, in the Phase 1 police station area when the fire […]Continue Reading

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India pumps 5,000 tonne of diesel into Bangladesh amid Iran war strain

By Odisha News Online Mar 10, 2026 49

NEW DELHI, MAR 10 : Amid the raging war in West Asia, which has threatened global energy security, India has begun pumping diesel to Bangladesh through a cross-border pipeline from Assam’s Numaligarh refinery. At least 5,000 tonnes of diesel would reach Bangladesh on Tuesday as part of the supply, said Chairman of Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation […]Continue Reading

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One in seven Indians affected by mental health disorders, yet treatment gap exists in several States

By Odisha News Online Mar 9, 2026 55

NEW DELHI,MAR 9 : Despite one in seven Indians being affected by mental health disorders, several states in the country continue to face a treatment gap ranging from 70 to 90 per cent. Speaking at the post-budget webinar series on the theme “Sabka Saath Sabka Vikas-Fulfilling Aspirations of People,” experts highlighted the growing burden of […]Continue Reading

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History makers at home: Surya & Co become first team to defend T20 crown

By Odisha News Online Mar 8, 2026 78

AHMEDABAD, MAR 8 : The excelsis of India’s batting innings came off the 119th legal delivery they faced. It was a dot ball. Shivam Dube turned down a single. At the other end, Tilak Varma was halfway down the pitch before he was disdainfully sent back by his partner.  The boffins in the team will […]Continue Reading

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CM Mamata counters President’s ‘protocol lapse’ allegations, accuses BJP of targeting West Bengal ahead of polls

By Odisha News Online Mar 8, 2026 75

KOLKATTA, MAR 8 : West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Sunday asserted that the state government followed protocol and that the BJP was unneccessarily politicised the issue, a day after President Draupadi Murmu alleged ‘protocol lapses’ during her programme in Siliguri. The CM said that the responsibility of mismanagement at the function, if any, […]Continue Reading

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Empowerment of women is core priority of government schemes, initiatives: PM Modi on International Women’s Day

By Odisha News Online Mar 8, 2026 64

NEW DELHI, MAR 7 : Highlighting the government’s commitment to women-led development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the empowerment of women remains at the core of various government schemes and initiatives. He added that their aspirations and contributions will continue to guide India’s journey towards becoming a strong and prosperous nation. Extending his Continue Reading

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West Asia conflict: Iran says no strikes on neighbouring countries unless attacks originate from them

By Odisha News Online Mar 7, 2026 126

IRAN,MAR 7 : Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian on Saturday apologised to neighbouring countries for recent attacks amid the escalating regional conflict, saying Tehran had no intention of invading other nations even as hostilities with Israel and the United States intensified. In a televised address, Pezeshkian said Iran’s temporary leadership council had decided to Continue Reading

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Anuj Agnihotri tops UPSC civil services exam 2025; 958 candidates qualified

By Odisha News Online Mar 6, 2026 121

NEW DELHI, MAR 6 : Anuj Agnihotri has topped the civil services examination 2025, results of which were declared by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on Friday. Rajeshwari Suve M and Akansh Dhull bagged the second and third ranks respectively. A total of 958 candidates have qualified the examination and are recommended for appointment […]Continue Reading

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Childhood obesity rising: Study finds 12.5%of teens in Kolkata schools are obese

By Odisha News Online Mar 6, 2026 123

KOLKATTA, MAR 6 : Childhood obesity is becoming a serious health concern in India, especially in urban areas where lifestyle habits are rapidly changing. A new school-based study from Kolkata has highlighted the growing scale of the problem, revealing that one in every eight adolescents aged between 12 and 16 years is obese. The findings […]Continue Reading