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8th Pay Commission extends key data submission deadline to July 31; here's why it matters

8th Pay Commission latest news: The 8th Pay Commission has extended the deadline for submitting crucial employee data to July 31, 2026, citing difficulties faced by various government bodies. This vital information, including sanctioned strength, personnel numbers, and attrition metrics, must be uploaded exclusively through the commission's online portal. The…

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Meet Ancy Sojan, auto-rickshaw driver's daughter who broke Anju Bobby George's 22-year-old long-jump record

Kerala's Ancy Sojan has shattered a 22-year-old national record, leaping 6.88 meters in the women's long jump. This historic achievement in Bhubaneswar eclipses Anju Bobby George's previous mark, crowning Ancy as India's new long-jump queen. Her journey from a humble fishing village, fueled by her father's dreams and her coach's…

The Economic Times

8th Pay Commission latest news: Has the deadline to submit the 8th CPC memorandum been extended? Check details

The 8th Pay Commission's deadline for submitting memorandums remains June 15, 2026. No further extensions will be granted. The commission is actively holding meetings with stakeholders in cities like Lucknow, Bhubaneswar, and Kolkata. These discussions are crucial for preparing the commission's report on pay, pensions, and working conditions for central…

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Petrol, Diesel Price today: Check fuel rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Lucknow, Bhubaneswar and other cities

Today Petrol, Diesel Price June 9: Fuel prices in India remain at their highest since May 2022, with petrol and diesel seeing cumulative hikes of around ₹7.5-₹8 per litre due to the West Asia conflict impacting global crude oil prices. Despite recent minor fluctuations, oil marketing companies continue to face…

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India's semiconductor push gets major boost with $3.3 bn Odisha deal with Intel & 3D Glass Solutions

Odisha, Intel and 3D Glass Solutions Inc. signed an agreement for a new advanced packaging glass core substrate manufacturing facility. This project, with an investment of $3.3 billion, will be located in the Bhubaneswar-Khurda region. The facility will produce advanced semiconductor components.

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Akasa Air flight from Bengaluru to Bhubaneswar diverted to Lucknow due to bad weather, lands safely later

An Akasa Air flight from Bengaluru to Bhubaneswar was diverted to Lucknow due to bad weather. The flight later landed safely at the destination. In a separate incident, an IndiGo flight from Bengaluru to Chennai was evacuated after smoke was detected. All passengers and crew were safe. An alternate aircraft…

The Economic Times

Akasa Air flight runs short on fuel, makes emergency landing in Lucknow

An Akasa Air flight from Bengaluru to Bhubaneswar experienced a low fuel alert. Air Traffic Control issued a full emergency. The flight was diverted to Lucknow due to bad weather. The aircraft landed safely. Emergency protocols were activated and then withdrawn. Three passengers deboarded in Lucknow. The flight was expected…

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Athletics: India to host 2027 Asian Relays and 2028 Asian Indoor Championships

India will host major athletics events. Chandigarh will stage the 2027 Asian Relays. Bhubaneswar is set to host the 2028 Asian Indoor Championships. This marks a proud moment for the nation. India is also bidding for other global athletics championships. These events highlight India's growing role in international sports.

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5 Temples Older Than 1,500 Years That Still Draw Miracles

India is home to some of the oldest living temples in the world. Many of these sacred places were built more than fifteen centuries ago and yet they continue to remain active centers of worship. What makes them remarkable is not just their age or architecture. It is the faith…

Times Life

7 Spiritual Mahashivratri Celebrations That Show Shiva’s Divine Energy

Mahashivratri, the Great Night of Lord Shiva, is one of India’s most sacred festivals, bringing millions of devotees together each year. Celebrated on the fourteenth night of Phalguna, it represents spiritual awakening, inner transformation, and balance of energies. Devotees fast, chant “Om Namah Shivaya,” and stay awake all night, while…

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Inside Jagannath Temple: 500 Cooks Feeding 100,000 Devotees Daily - Is This Even Possible?

Before sunrise touches the shores of Puri, the fires are already burning. Inside the sacred complex of Jagannath Temple, one of the oldest continuously functioning temple kitchens in the world begins its daily miracle. By noon, tens of thousands of devotees will sit together on the temple grounds, sharing the…

Times Life

These 7 Indian Temples Are Over 1,000 Years Old And Something Still Lives Inside Them

India is more than a nation. It is a living spiritual civilization shaped by faith, devotion, and sacred wisdom. Across the country, ancient temples that are over 1,000 years old still stand strong, witnessing centuries of history, change, and belief. These temples have survived kings and empires, natural forces, and…

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Why These 5 Shiva Temples Are Must-Visit This Maha Shivratri?

Maha Shivratri on 15 February 2026 is a sacred night of devotion, fasting, meditation, and prayer, celebrating the divine bond of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The cosmic Tandava dance of Shiva represents the victory of consciousness over ignorance, inspiring spiritual awakening. Beyond the famous Jyotirlingas, India is home to…

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Why the Jagannath Idol Is Replaced Every Few Years

“न रूपं न च आकारं न चायुधधरं हरिम्। अपश्यं जगदीशानं दारुरूपेण संस्थितम्॥” He has no fixed form, no weapons in hand. Yet the Lord of the universe appears, residing in wood. At the sacred abode of Lord Jagannath in Puri, devotion follows a path unlike anywhere else. Here, God is…

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Why Is Lord Jagannath Without Hands or Feet? The Real Mystery

“पूर्णमदः पूर्णमिदं।” What looks incomplete can still be whole. When people see Lord Jagannath for the first time, one question comes naturally. Why does this God have no hands or feet? Almost every other Hindu deity is shown in a complete human form, with hands holding weapons or blessings and…

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Gasping for breath: Are Odisha’s twin cities going the Delhi way?

Air pollution levels are steadily rising across several cities in Odisha, particularly in the ‘Twin Cities’ of Bhubaneswar and Cuttack. According to Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data, the air quality index (AQI) in the Twin Cities has ranged between 230 and 300 since December 2025, oscillating between the ‘poor’…

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Odisha’s capital turned its river into a drain. Now the consequences go beyond the city

What happened to Gangua, once considered Bhubaneswar’s lifeline?

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Six injured after private aircraft makes crash landing in eastern India

Nine-seater private aircraft crashes near city of Rourkela, leaving at least six people with minor injuries

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Odisha: One Bangladeshi killed, 15 injured as their bus overturns near Bhubaneswar

The tourist bus, travelling towards the pilgrim town of Puri, fell into a pit along a stretch of National Highway-16. Read further on Dynamite News:

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National Para Fencing Championship to host in Bhubaneswar from March 28-31

The prestigious event, organised by the Para Sports Association of Odisha (PSAO) under the aegis of the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI), will take place at the Biju Patnaik Indoor Stadium and Kalinga Sports Complex. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Times of India

A day of disappointment for India as men and women lose respective hockey Pro League matches

BHUBANESWAR: Both the Indian men’s and women’s teams lost their respective games in the FIH Pro League at Kalinga Stadium here on Tuesday.

The Times of India

FIH Pro League: Indian men script first win at home, beat Spain 2-0

BHUBANESWAR: The Indian men's hockey team came back from their opening loss in style to beat Spain 2-0 in the FIH Pro League on Sunday.

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Con woman held for impersonating PM’s Principal Secretary’s daughter, duping high-profile people

They were arrested in Bhubaneswar following a complaint filed by a mine owner, who was allegedly duped by the couple. Read further on Dynamite

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Fire breaks out at pressure cooker godown in Bhubaneswar

No casualties or injuries were reported. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Times of India

India to host its first World Athletics Continental tour event in August 2025

India is set to organise its first-ever World Athletics Continental Tour competition in Bhubaneswar on August 10, 2025, as announced by the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) during the release of the 2025 competition schedule on Sunday.

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