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In Odisha, BJD banks on development factor as BJP trusts 'Modi Guarantee' to work its magic
Bhubaneswar, Odisha, emerges as a development showcase for the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) in the ongoing elections, with the incumbent MP Aparajita Sarangi from the BJP banking on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's assurance of continuity. Despite widespread appeal, Sarangi secured victory in 2019, breaking the BJD's longstanding hold on the seat. This time, the BJD has fielded Manmath Routray, a newcomer, while the Congress has nominated Yasir Nawaz.
Odisha CM announces metro rail project connecting Cuttack, Bhubaneswar, Puri, Khurda
In the first phase, the government will create the metro trunk route from Trisulia near Cuttack to Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar. The route will tentatively touch major landmarks such as Nandankanan, Patia, Vani Vihar, railway ztation and so on. It will be predominantly based on elevated corridors and will be entirely funded by the state government
Government aims to complete bridge construction over Luit within 2 years: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Sarma laid foundation stones and inaugurated projects worth Rs. 894 crores under the initiative "Bikakhor Babe Eta Pokhek" at Majuli district to bring about a paradigm shift to the development narrative of the district.
We have shut down non-profit making units and we are a debt-free company: Anjan Chatterjee, Specialty Restaurants
“We have been able to look at everything all over again and consolidation has happened and going forward, it will be a good track as the numbers come in but we are here for a long term. We are a debt-free company. It is a rebirth and a new model is coming in.”
The list of ET Newsmakers 2021 from the EAST Zone is out! Take a look at the achievers
ET Newsmakers 2021, East,is an initiative for organisations, brands, and individuals engaged in business activities and have been able to create value.
More and more homeowners in tier-2 cities opt for online services to sell properties
As per the study, the duration for selling properties varies from 0-3 months for 57% of the sellers, 3-6 months for 27% and over 6 months for 16%. And since the pandemic has given a boost to owners and sellers to go the digital route, their enthusiasm has been contagious as 40% of the sellers are now shortlisting on an average six buyers before closing the deal.
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OYO Hotels to double number of hotels to 400+ in a year
OYO Hotels announces expansion plans for Odisha to double footprint in the state by raising the total count of hotels to 400 from over 190 at present in the next one year.
BJD, BJP supporters clash during shutdown
As BJP workers were busy enforcing the dawn-to-dusk bandh by staging road blockades and picketing, BJD members, mostly from its student wing, took out a motorcycle rally protesting the shutdown.
RIL to build hospital in Jamnagar district: Group President Parimal Nathwani
"RIL will build, maintain and operate a modern hospital spread over 40,000 sq feet, for the villagers of the surrounding area," he said.
Tata Steel inks MoU with Odisha for Half Marathon on January 10
Complimenting Tata Steel for the initiative, Marndi said such events will promote sports culture and create better sports persons in the state.
Witnesses had identified Maya Kodnani at riot spot: Lawyer
Special Public Prosecutor for SIT, Prashant Desai, made a submission about the roles of various convicts and the accounts of witnesses against them.
Firing by Assam Rifles personnel in his own capacity: Army
"He is under police custody and the Army authorities are extending full cooperation in the investigation of the case", the spokesperson said.
Gujarat refuses to permit SIT plea challenging Maya Kodnani's bail
Gujarat Government has refused permission to the Supreme Court-appointed Special Investigation Team to challenge the bail given to Maya Kodnani.
Barbara reserve forest home to rare bird species
Over 108 species of birds, including some rare ones, were sighted in Barbara reserve forest during a recent survey by the forest department.
Wildlife board to clear key projects this week
Interestingly, the first meeting of the reconstituted board comes ahead of Lok Sabha elections in April-May.
Naroda Patia case: Gujarat government withholds death appeal for Maya Kodnani, Babu Bajrangi
The Gujarat government had earlier sanctioned an appeal by the SIT seeking death for Kodnani and Bajrangi in the case.
Gujarat govt to seek death penalty for Maya Kodnani in riot case
The Gujarat government has sanctioned the SIT's demand for death sentence for its former minister Maya Kodnani and nine others.
Sangh Parivar raises Hindutva pitch as Narendra Modi rises in Delhi
Bhagwat focused on talking about the lifestyles that Hindus should follow. "Our Hindu ideology should guide all community members in their way of living and talking."
EU has ended Narendra Modi Boycott, hints German envoy Michael Steiner
Apart from Steiner, Modi had reportedly met ambassadors of some other EU nations during his Delhi visit a month back.
Narendra Modi was Gujarat's newsmaker in 2012
An eventful year in Gujarat saw Modi convincingly retaining power.
Naroda Patia judge hinted at Narendra Modi government’s bid to shield Maya Kodnani
Judge Jyotsna Yagnik observed in the Naroda Patia verdict that the police helped Kodnani, describing her as "kingpin" of the violence.
Naroda Patia verdict: Sanjiv Bhatt writes scathing letter to Narendra Modi
A day after the Naroda Patia case verdict, suspended IPS officer Sanjiv Bhatt has written a scathing letter to Gujarat chief minister Narendra Modi.
Gujarat riots: Charges filed against top cop
The Gujarat govt filed a chargesheet against senior police officer Rahul Sharma for alleged misconduct in not submitting the original CDs containing cellphone call records related to the 2002 communal riots.
Godhra riots: Modi government chargesheets IPS officer Rahul Sharma
The Gujarat government today charge sheeted IPS officer Rahul Sharma for alleged misconduct in not submitting the original CDs.
Gujarat chief minister Narendra Modi clears chargesheet against Deputy Inspector General of Gujarat police Rahul Sharma
On August 8, the Modi government had suspended Sanjiv Bhatt , the controversial IPS officer for not reporting to work for nearly 10 months.
Gujarat questions IPS officer for furnishing riots call data
The in-charge Director General of Police Chitranjan Singh confirmed the issuance of the show-cause notice and added that the government had granted 15-day time to Sharma to reply to the notice.
SIT findings ensure Narendra Modi can’t shake off riot taint
The SIT submitted its 600-page report to the Supreme Court in May 2010 after it had, among other things, questioned Modi for 10 hours.
Ayodhya verdict: Scared of backlash, riot-hit Naroda-Patia runs for cover
Most homes were locked up in this locality of 800-odd Muslim families interspersed with 100 Hindu families as scarred people preferred to move to safer areas.
Cyclone Aila pounds Orissa, West Bengal
Three people were killed on Monday as cyclone Aila crossed the coast into West Bengal. People struggled with their umbrellas against a strong wind and rain in Kolkata after the cyclone hit the state districts.
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