Kalpana

Exam sees 66% turnout, up from 59% last year

Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation has unveiled an innovative, eco-friendly cool rest room at Kalpana Square, utilizing vetiver grass walls and solar power to combat the summer heat. This initiative, aligned with the revenue department's plan for heatwave relief centers, offers a natural cooling solution for commuters. The corporation is also exploring similar facilities and heat reduction measures in other areas.

Cops say gang made away with 225 gm of gold and cash

Odisha police are enhancing child-friendly approaches amid rising crimes against children and juvenile offenses. A training program emphasizes empathy and care for young individuals, urging officers to focus on children's life stories over their alleged crimes. This initiative aims to strengthen child protection, rights, and trauma-informed policing practices across the state.

Panic buying of fuel surged across Odisha's twin cities and state following a PM's preparedness appeal and hints of a price hike due to West Asia tensions. Many petrol pumps ran out of stock early, causing long queues and traffic snarls. Officials urged calm, assuring intact supply lines, while EV dealers saw increased interest.

A chilling case has emerged in Hyderabad, where Tanuja Ranjan, the spouse of a former IPS officer, was found dead in her home. Investigators suspect foul play by a domestic worker and an accomplice, who allegedly smothered her after restraining her. It appears that the motive behind this horrific act was theft, with significant valuables disappearing from the scene.