Who is Dr. Pooshan Mohapatra? The NEET PG AIR 1 from Cuttack who scored 707 out of 800
Dr. Pooshan Mohapatra from Cuttack achieved All India Rank 1 in NEET PG 2025, scoring 707 out of 800. He completed his MBBS and internship at SCB Medical College, balancing rigorous preparation with demanding hospital duties. His success is attributed to structured study, mock tests, family support, and his sister's guidance, inspiring aspiring doctors in Odisha.
221 Unsafe Buildings Identified in Cuttack, HC Orders Phased Demolition
The High Court has directed the administration to file a detailed affidavit and progress report by September 18. It has further warned that criminal proceedings will be initiated against occupants who defy eviction orders.
Nod to Rs 8.3K cr Bhubaneswar Bypass
NEW DELHI: The Union Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday approved two mega infrastructure projects, including one for Odisha and another for Rajasthan, with cumulative estimated cost of over `9,500 crore. Briefing media after the meeting of the CCEA, Information & Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said the construction of a 6-lane access-controlled Capital Region Ring Road (Bhubaneswar Bypass) in Odisha with an estimated cost of Rs 8,307.74 crore has been approved. The nod has also been given to the construction of green-field Kota-Bundi airport in Rajasthan with a total estimated capital investment of Rs 1,507 crore, he added. The Minister said, the length of the ring road project for the twin capital city of Bhubaneswar and Cuttack would be 110.875 km and it would be developed on Hybrid Annuity Mode (HAM). At present, the Rameshwar -Tangi stretch of the existing National Highway faces severe congestion due to heavy traffic moving through urban centres like Khordha, Bhubaneswar, and Cuttack. The new Greenfield ring road aims to divert heavy commercial vehicles away from these cities, thereby improving freight efficiency, reducing logistics costs, and promoting socio-economic development in Odisha and neighbouring eastern states, Vaishnaw said. The alignment will integrate with three National Highways (NH-55, NH-57, NH-655) and one State Highway (SH-65), offering seamless connectivity to economic and social hubs across the region, he said. It will also connect with 10 Economic Nodes, 4 Social Nodes, and 5 Logistic Nodes, along with key infrastructure such as Bhubaneswar Airport, Khordha Railway Station, a proposed Multi-Modal Logistics Park, and two major ports (Puri and Astrang), the Minister said. Later, in a statement, the government said that following the completion, the project is expected to generate 74.43 lakh person-days of direct employment and 93.04 lakh person-days of indirect employment, creating new opportunities for local communities. Meanwhile, the Union Cabinet also cleared the proposal for building a green field airport - Kota-Bundi - in Rajasthan, the Minister said, adding that it would be funded by the Airports Authority of India (AAI). For the airport, 1,089 acres of land has been provided free of cost by the Rajasthan government and the airport will have a capacity to handle 2 million passengers per annum, he said, while noting that the new aviation facility will significantly improve regional connectivity and promote the local economy. The AAI will fund the project through its internal accruals and is expected to be completed in 24 months. In the last 11 years the number of operational airports in the country has more than doubled to 162 in 2025 from 74 in 2014. Also, the number of air passengers has increased to 41.2 crore this year from 16.8 crore in 2014, the Minister noted.
The nod for the two projects, cumulatively worth over Rs 9,800 crore, came during the Cabinet meeting chaired by PM Modi on Tuesday.
Cabinet clears new airport at Kota-Bundi in Rajasthan, other investments worth Rs 9,814 cr
The government has given the green light for a new airport in Kota-Bundi, Rajasthan. The project will cost Rs 1,507 crore. The current airport can only handle small planes. The Union Cabinet has also approved a six-lane ring road in Cuttack and Bhubaneshwar, Odisha. This project will involve an investment of Rs 8,307 crore. These developments aim to improve connectivity.
Odisha Auto Driver Sexually Assaults Minor Girl, Threatens To Set Her On Fire
An autorickshaw driver was arrested for sexually assaulting a minor girl and allegedly threatening to set her on fire if she resisted in Odisha's Cuttack.
'Striking a balance': RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on stray dog menace; calls for regulating population
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat addressed Delhi's stray dog issue, advocating for population control over shelters, emphasizing that all animals have the right to live. Speaking in Cuttack, he referenced a Supreme Court directive regarding stray relocation. Bhagwat highlighted the importance of balancing human needs with nature, using the example of leaving milk for a calf while milking a cow.
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi Leads Grand Tiranga Yatra In Cuttack
The rally, which began at Jhinkiria and culminated at Chanduli, transformed the streets into a sea of saffron, white and green. Participants including Cuttack Sadar MLA Prakash Chandra Sethi took part in both a foot march and a high-energy motorbike procession, drawing cheers from residents lining the route
Cuttack, Bhubaneswar on high alert for I-Day
Tortured in police custody, Odisha man attempts suicide
Jajpur: A 28-year-old man attempted suicide by consuming a poisonous substance after he was allegedly tortured in police custody in Odishas Jajpur district. Police said that the victim Rabindra Mallik, a resident of Mahipur village in Barachana block, is currently being treated at SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack. His condition is stated to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Former Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik slams govt for scrapping metro project
Naveen Patnaik criticizes the BJP government for halting the Bhubaneswar Metro project. He says it delays the city's progress. The previous plan was approved during Patnaik's term. The BJP defends its decision. They claim the old route was not practical. A broader Puri-Bhubaneswar-Cuttack route is now under consideration. A new plan is in progress to connect major cities.
Odisha RI ARI Amin 2025 Exam Cancelled, Check New Exam Schedule
The OSSSC RI, ARI, and Amin Mains Exam 2025 is expected to be cancelled, although no official confirmation has been issued yet. Due to widespread protests in regions like Bhubaneswar and Cuttack, aspirants have demanded an offline re-exam at centralised venues. While OSSSC has declared only 9 candidates ineligible under Rule 18, the OSSSC RI [] The post Odisha RI ARI Amin 2025 Exam Cancelled, Check New Exam Schedule appeared first on Testbook Blog .
Salary Withheld For College Staff In Odishas Cuttack Over ICC Report Lapses
The directive, issued by Cuttack District Collector Dattatraya Bhausaheb Shinde on July 21, comes after repeated reminders were ignored by a majority of the 210 degree and higher secondary colleges under his jurisdiction.
SC To Hear Plea Against Odishas Tiger Reserve plan
The petition seeks to quash provisional no objection certificates issued by the district collectors of Angul, Nayagarh, Boudh and Cuttack, which allegedly permit new construction within and around the reserve: Reports
In Odisha's Balasore, a 19-year-old student sustained burns while attempting to rescue his senior, who self-immolated following allegations of sexual harassment against a faculty member. The courageous student is currently receiving treatment at SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack with 15% burns. The Chief Minister and Health Minister have assured the best possible medical care for him.
India moving from women empowerment to women-led development: President
CUTTACK, July 15: President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday said India was moving from women empowerment to women-led development. Addressing the 13th annual convocation of Ravenshaw University in Cuttack, she said female students outperforming their male classmates in 21 out of 27 departments of the varsity this year was a testament to it. Over the last five years, girl students have consistently outperformed boys in academics at the institute. At the post-graduate level, the number of girl students who topped was [] The post India moving from women empowerment to women-led development: President appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Earlier in the day, the President conferred degrees on hundreds of graduates from various disciplines during the AIIMS convocation. She is scheduled to attend the 13th convocation of Ravenshaw University in Cuttack on Tuesday.
Centre set to approve 110-km Bhubaneswar bypass; road to connect Khurda and Cuttack
Odisha is poised to receive a significant infrastructure boost with a Rs 8,300 crore, 110-km six-lane Greenfield Capital Region Ring Road project. This Bhubaneswar Bypass aims to alleviate congestion on the existing NH-16, connecting Khurda, Bhubaneswar, and Cuttack.
Hirakud Flood Discharge Reaches Cuttack; IMD Issues Rain Alert
India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued orange and yellow warnings for several parts of Odisha, predicting widespread rainfall
Death Toll Of Odisha Workers In Telangana Factory Blast Rises To 9
The latest victim of the factory blast was identified as Purna Chandra Sahu, a native of Sukarpada in Cuttack district
Goods Train Derails Near Cuttack Station; No Casualties Reported
According to East Coast Railway (ECoR) sources, the derailment happened on Route No. 8 (loop line) within the Cuttack Yard, likely during a track change. Fortunately, no injuries or casualties were reported
Three wagons of goods train derail in Odisha's Cuttack, none injured
A relief train with machines, material and manpower has already been mobilised and the loop line in the yard will be restored soon
Afghan Man Arrested In Odisha For Living Illegally In India
An Afghan national, Mohammad Yousaf alias Yaha Khan, was arrested at Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar, for entering India on a forged Indian passport and living in Cuttack under a false identity since 2018.
Afghan national arrested with forged Indian passport at Bhubaneswar airport
BHUBANESWAR: Amid rising national security concerns over illegal infiltration and potential espionage threats , an Afghan national masquerading as an Indian citizen was arrested at Biju Patnaik International Airport, police sources said on Sunday. The accused, identified as Mohammad Yousaf alias Yaha Khan, was caught red-handed on his arrival from Dubai on an IndiGo flight. He was using a forged Indian passport. The Airport police arrested Yousaf on Saturday on the complaint of DSP (immigration) Samapika Pattnaik whose team during a routine immigration clearance of Flight No. 6E-1488 arriving from Dubai spotted him with the counterfeit Indian passport (No. U1380251) issued in the name of Yaha Khan, purportedly a resident of Cuttack. Acting on suspicion, the immigration team conducted a thorough background check, which revealed a discreet look out circular (LOC) issued from Kolkata airport against the accused. Further system verification confirmed that the person was, in fact, Mohammad Yousaf, a 54-year-old man from Afghanistan, holding a genuine Afghan passport (No. 02457655). Police sources said he had allegedly illegally entered India in 2018, adopting a false Indian identity and securing official documents through forged means. Investigations revealed that Yousaf had fraudulently acquired multiple Indian identity documents, including Aadhaar (No. 2347 1649 4378), PAN (BERPK1646E), Voter ID (YNY1493030) and Driving License (OR0519910002562) apart from the fake Indian passport. He had been residing in Peyton Sahi, Buxi Bazar area of Cuttack and operating as alias Yaha Khan, successfully blending into society while concealing his true identity. He not only lived undetected for years but also misused the forged documents to travel, conduct business, and open bank accounts across states. Officials have expressed concern that such forged identities could be used for espionage, smuggling, or terror-related activities, especially at a time when India is facing heightened intelligence threats. Sources said Yousaf confessed to his real identity during interrogation and admitted to fabricating multiple Indian documents. The investigating team also seized fake identity cards, foreign currencies, Rs 80,000 in cash, a smartphone, two gold earrings, a motorcycle registration certificate and bank documents in the forged name from his possession. The accused has been produced in court and remanded in judicial custody. Further investigation is underway to uncover any wider network and potential national security implications. We are now investigating the network that might have aided him in obtaining these documents and whether he was part of a larger sleeper cell or illegal intelligence operation, said an official. India not 'dharmshala,' Ranchi 'converted to Karachi': BJP wants action against alleged infiltration in Jharkhand
Firearms Smuggling Racket Busted in Bhubaneswar; Five Arrested
Describing it as a significant breakthrough against organised crime, police officials revealed that the arrested individuals include criminals from Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Odishas Cuttack district.
Odisha Constable Saves Man From Falling Under Moving Train in Daring Rescue
Tulu Behera hailed as hero after pulling passenger to safety at Cuttack railway station; DGP announces reward.
Probe ordered after five patients die at Odisha hospital due to alleged medical negligence
KORAPUT: Two investigations were ordered after five patients died due to alleged negligence at the state-run Saheed Laxman Nayak Medical College and Hospital in Odisha's Koraput, officials said on Wednesday. Two men and three women died on Tuesday night within a short period. Their families alleged that they were administered injections, following which the patients died. The deceased persons were identified as Shukra Majhi, Rukuni Pentia, Phulmati Majhi, Bhagaban Parija and Bati Khara. SLNMCH's superintendent Susanta Kumar Sahu said a departmental inquiry has been ordered. We have convened a meeting of all departmental heads. The patients who died on Tuesday night were admitted to the hospital in a critical condition. Prima facie, the deaths seem not to have been caused by any wrong injection. However, we will inquire into the allegations, he said. Sahu said the patients in the ICU were in a serious condition and were administered the injection to control their dropping blood pressure. He said two of the five deceased patients suffered abdominal injuries, while another suffered from liver perforation. We suspect they died due to bleeding and septicemia. The fourth patient was being treated for stage 4 cancer, and the fifth was an accident victim, who was referred from Jeypore, he said. Director of Medical Education and Training (DMET) Santosh Mishra also ordered a separate inquiry into the allegations. A five-member team, comprising three doctors from MKCG Medical College Hospital in Berhampur and two from SCB Medical College Hospital in Cuttack, will probe the allegations, he said. The team has been asked to submit the report by Thursday, Mishra said. The families of the deceased held a demonstration outside the hospital, following which police were deployed. The bodies were handed over to the families after post-mortem examination. Each family was given a cheque of Rs 10,000 from the district Red Cross fund. Arrangements were also made to transport the bodies to the villages of the deceased patients, a district official said. Congress legislature party leader Rama Chandra Kadam demanded Rs 25 lakh each as compensation for the families of the deceased.
Meghalaya shines at 9th Open National Taekwondo Cship
By Our Reporter Shillong, May 31: In a historic achievement for the state, the Meghalaya Taekwondo Team bagged a record number of medals at the 9th Open National Taekwondo Championship held at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Cuttack, Odisha. Led by Mr. Jadumani Singh, General Secretary of the Meghalaya Taekwondo Association (MTA), and Mr. [] The post Meghalaya shines at 9th Open National Taekwondo Cship appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Cuttack: Two Arrested for Alleged 'Pro-Pakistan' Sloganeering
The duo are accused of promoting enmity between different communities with the intention of provoking hatred, disturbing public peace, and threatening religious harmony
Cuttack Intellectuals Rally Against Government Apathy
In a remarkable show of solidarity, intellectuals and civic leaders from across Cuttack have come together, voicing collective concern over what they termed as persistent government apathy towards the citys development.
Three killed, others injured in Cuttack bridge collapse at Khannagar during construction work
Three, Including Engineer, Killed as Concrete Slab Collapses In Cuttack
The deceased were identified as Soumya Ranjan Behera, Subhankar Patnaik, and Subash Bhakta
Odisha Unveils Sahayog Initiative To Deliver Welfare Schemes Directly To Urban Poor
The initiative will be rolled out in 44 urban areas across eight districtsKhurda, Cuttack, Bhadrak, Ganjam, Sundargarh, Sambalpur, Keonjhar, and Mayurbhanjin its first phase.
NIA Questions Odisha Family That Narrowly Escaped Terror Attack in Pahalgam
A three-member NIA team questioned the family upon their return to Cuttack. Ranjits wife had reportedly sustained multiple injuries during the incident. Sources revealed that the family provided crucial information regarding four terrorists they claimed to have seen during the attack.
