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August 3, 2026
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Odisha Government Moves to Establish Economic Development Authorities for Urban Expansion

The Odisha Cabinet has approved a bill to form Economic Region Development Authorities, aiming to foster urban growth and enhance economic development in the state.

August 3, 2026
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Dharmendra Pradhan’s Return Sparks Political Buzz in Odisha

The recent resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan as Union Education Minister and his warm reception upon returning to Odisha have ignited speculation about his future political role, particularly regarding a...

August 2, 2026
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Amendments to Odisha Development Authorities Act Set to Establish ERDAs

The Odisha state cabinet has approved a Bill to amend the 1982 Development Authorities Act, paving the way for Economic Region Development Authorities to enhance urban and industrial planning.

August 2, 2026
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Odisha Government Approves Bill to Establish Economic Region Development Authorities

The Odisha Cabinet has approved a Bill to amend the Odisha Development Authorities Act, enabling the creation of Economic Region Development Authorities for better management of economic corridors.

August 2, 2026
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Odisha Approves ₹2,995 Crore Livelihood Initiative and Establishes Economic Development Authorities

The Odisha cabinet has sanctioned a ₹2,995 crore initiative to enhance livelihoods for tribal communities and established Economic Region Development Authorities to facilitate organized urban growth throughout the state.

July 31, 2026
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Naveen Patnaik Criticizes BJP Leaders for Being Absent During Odisha Flood Crisis

Naveen Patnaik, the BJD president, has sharply criticized Odisha's BJP leaders for being in Delhi while the state grapples with severe flooding, questioning their commitment to the affected citizens.

July 30, 2026
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Supreme Court Exonerates Manmohan Singh in Coal Scam Case Nearly Two Years After His Passing

The Supreme Court has cleared former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh of any wrongdoing in a coal scam case, accepting the CBI's closure report which found no prosecutable evidence against...

July 26, 2026
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Purohit Advocates for Enhanced Support for Ex-Servicemen

Baragada MP Pradeep Purohit has presented a memorandum to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, calling for improved welfare services for ex-servicemen and their families in western Odisha.

July 13, 2026
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BJD Files Complaint with OSCPCR Against Odisha CM and BJP Leaders for Child Participation in Rally

The Biju Janata Dal has called on the Odisha State Commission for Protection of Child Rights to investigate the alleged involvement of minors in a BJP rally, raising concerns...

July 12, 2026
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Factional Tensions Rise in BJP as Minister Pujari’s Temple Visit Disrupted

Tensions within the BJP in Jharsuguda escalated when Minister Suresh Pujari faced opposition from party workers during his visit to the Samalei temple, highlighting internal divisions.