State Politics & Governance
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Odisha government's initiatives and stated that rapid development is taking place under the leadership of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi.
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On the President's birthday, the Chief Minister extended greetings and appreciated the Prime Minister's welfare schemes.
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A new SOP has been introduced for apartment registration, including special concessions for women.
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OMSA has announced a work stoppage agitation from July 1 over its 10-point charter of demands.
Education
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NEET-UG re-test is being conducted today at 5,000 centres across the country for nearly 2.3 million aspirants, with strict security measures in place.
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In Odisha, 56,983 candidates will appear for NEET at 132 examination centres across 27 cities.
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The +3 merit list will be published tomorrow, and admissions will take place from June 23 to June 25.
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In Kendrapara, authorities have been asked to submit reports on teacher shortages following the promotion and transfer of 99 teachers.
Religion & Culture
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The Jagannath Temple in Puri has bank deposits worth ₹1,100 crore, earning approximately ₹77 crore annually as interest income.
Crime & Law Enforcement
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A woman accused of cheating another woman of ₹1.38 crore in Gajapati district has been arrested.
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Another accused has been arrested in the Chameli controversy, while the Kendrapara Collector's office remains under police security.
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A major crackdown on illegal sand mining in Balanga led to the seizure of 18 Hyva trucks and two JCB machines.
Accidents & Public Safety
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A woman lost her life in a DJ-related incident, following which locals blocked the Patnagarh-Kantabanji road.
Renewable Energy
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The Prime Minister announced that solar energy development in Pahadpur village will be accelerated.
Sports
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Yashasvi Jaiswal's century helped India register a convincing victory at Chepauk and complete a 3-0 series whitewash.
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In the Women's World Cup, India will face South Africa today in Manchester.
Health
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The Central Government has banned the manufacture, sale and distribution of 16 Fixed Dose Combination (FDC) medicines.
National Events
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A world record attempt will be made on International Yoga Day at Kolkata's Red Road, with Prime Minister Modi participating.
Entertainment
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Actress Anne Hathaway is reportedly expecting her third child at the age of 43.
International Affairs
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Missile strikes in Lebanon have reportedly killed seven people, with tensions affecting peace efforts in the region.
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Iran has once again closed the Strait of Hormuz, alleging violations of agreements.
