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Odisha tourism shines at IITM-Hyderabad, wins “Best Wildlife Conservation Effort in India” award

Bhubaneshwar, Dec 9 (UNI) Odisha Tourism marked a strong presence at the India International Travel Mart (IITM) Hyderabad, showcasing the State’s diverse natural, cultural, and sustainable tourism experiences.
A proud highlight for the State was the conferment of the “Best Wildlife Conservation Effort in India” award, recognising Odisha’s exemplary initiatives in protecting wildlife habitats, conserving endangered species, and promoting sustainable tourism across ecologically sensitive regions.
From preserving the rich biodiversity of Similipal National Park, Bhitarkanika National Park, and Satkosia Tiger Reserve to globally acclaimed conservation efforts for Olive Ridley turtles breeding grounds at Gahirmatha and Rushikulya, Odisha continues to set national benchmarks in ecotourism and environmental stewardship.
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Jharkhand: DC Manjunath Bhajantri reviews Implementation of child sponsorship scheme in Ranchi

25 Jan 2026 | 12:57 AM

Ranchi, Jan 24 (UNI) As per the directions of the Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Magistrate, Ranchi, Manjunath Bhajantri, an important online virtual meeting was held today to review the implementation of the government-run Sponsorship Scheme.

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Former union Minister Srikant Jena questions Govt’s claim of Caste Census in 2027 enmeration

25 Jan 2026 | 12:52 AM

Bhubaneswar, Jan 24 (UNI) Senior Congress leader and former union Minister Srikant Jena on Saturday expressed concern over the union Government’s claim of conducting a caste census in Census 2027, citing serious limitations in the recently issued questionnaire.

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Before claiming ‘Jan Nayak’ title, Tejashwi should seek explanation from his father over insult to Karpoori Thakur: Neeraj

25 Jan 2026 | 12:49 AM

Patna, Jan 24 (UNI) The Janata Dal (United) today questioned the Opposition Leader Tejaswi Yadav for claiming Jan Nayak title and asked him to first seek an explanation from his father, RJD chief and former Bihar Chief Minister Lalu Prasad, over an alleged insult to Bharat Ratna Karpoori Thakur.

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NEHU Pro VC resignation not accepted, says Meghalaya Education Minister

25 Jan 2026 | 12:37 AM

Shillong, Jan 24 (UNI) The union Ministry of Education has not accepted the resignation letter of Prof Sumarbin Umdor as Pro Vice-Chancellor of North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) Shillong campus, Meghalaya Education Minister Lahkmen Rymbui said today.

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E-Lottery completes allotment of remaining houses under PMAY Urban lighthouse project in Ranchi

25 Jan 2026 | 12:33 AM

Ranchi, Jan 24 (UNI) The Ranchi Municipal Corporation today completed the allotment of the remaining houses under the Light House Project (Affordable Housing Project) at Dhurwa, implemented under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban), through an e-lottery system.

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