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April, 2026

• 29 April

  ICICI Bank enables biometric authentication for UPI transactions on iMobile

  

  Introduces payment authentication through fingerprint or face recognition for UPI transactions up to ₹5,000 Mumbai,29/04/2026 ( Odisha Samachar ): ICICI Bank has announced the implementation of biometric authentication for UPI transactions through iMobile, the Bank’s mobile banking application. The feature enhances user experience by allowing them to authorise transactions up …

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• 10 April

  Odisha Emerges Champion in Both Boys’ and Girls’ U-14 Categories at National School Rugby Championship

  

  Bhubaneswar, 10/4/2026 ( Odisha Samachar / Rajat Mohapatra )-  Odisha has delivered an outstanding performance at the 69th National School Games Federation of India (SGFI) Rugby Championship 2025–26, emerging as the champion in both the Under-14 boys’ and girls’ categories, underlining the State’s growing excellence in school sports. In both …

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February, 2026

• 21 February

  21st Scientific Advisory Committee meeting of Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Jagatsinghpur

  

  Bhubaneswar, 21/2/2026 ( Odisha Samachar )- 21st Scientific advisory committee meeting was held at KVK Campus on dt 21.02.2026 in hybrid mode. Professor Prasannajit Mishra, Director, Extension Education , OUAT, BBSR and Dr. K.S.Das, Principal Scientist, ATARI, Kolkata joined in virtual mode and the meeting was chaired by DEE, OUAT. …

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• 3 February

  Boeing Invites Applications for Fifth Edition of BUILD Program   

  

  In five years, Boeing University Innovation Leadership Development (BUILD) has rapidly emerged as a leading national platform turning university-led and early-stage startup innovation into scalable business solutions  DELHI,February 3,2026—Boeing [NYSE: BA]today announced the opening of applications for the fifth edition of its Boeing University Innovation Leadership Development (BUILD) program for …

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January, 2026

• 17 January

  “10,000 People Cheer Like 15,000”: Arthur Van Doren Excited to Play in Bhubaneswar as Vedanta Kalinga Lancers Enter Home Stretch of Men’s Hero HIL 2025–26

  

  ~ Bhubaneswar holds special meaning for Van Doren, who became a world champion with Belgium here in 2018 for the first time ~ Bhubaneswar,17/1/2026 ( Odisha Samachar / Rajat Mohapatra )- When the Vedanta Kalinga Lancers walk out onto the turf in Kalinga Hockey Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Saturday, they will …

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• 16 January

  Union Education Minister Reviews Curriculum Reform and Textbook Development

  

  Four-Point Action Plan Suggested by Union Education Minister 55 New NCERT-Aligned Textbooks to Be Introduced from 2026–27 Master Resource Persons Trained for Statewide Teacher Capacity Building Bhubaneswar ,16/1/2026 ( Odisha Samachar / Rajat Mohapatra )- Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan participated in a high-level review meeting on curriculum reform and …

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• 14 January

  Two-Day District Level Sports Meet Held at Sambalpur

  

  Men’s & Women’s Football Matches and Athletic Events Conducted Sambalpur, 14/1/2026 ( Odisha Samachar)-A two-day District Level Sports Meet 2025–26 was successfully organized on 12th and 13th January 2026 at Dhankauda Field, Sambalpur. The event was organized by Gengutipali FC in collaboration with Mera Yuva Bharat, Sambalpur. The sports meet …

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• 13 January

  Observance of Pani Panchayat Pakhya, 2026

  

  Bhubaneswar ,13/1/2026 ( Odisha Samachar / Rajat Mohapatra )- After the observance of the Pani Panchayat Pakhya, 2026 in 136 Divisions of the state on 06th January, 2026 the Pakhya has been observed the second phase across 30 districts of the state on 13th January, 2026. The Pakhya gives us …

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• 9 January

  Three-Day Chilika Bird Festival and Boat Race Concludes Successfully

  

  Bhubaneswar, 9/1/2026 ( Odisha Samachar/ Rajat Mohapatra )-The three-day Chilika Bird Festival and Boat Racing Competition, held at Mangaljodi and Barkul, Chilika, concluded successfully, marking a new direction for tourism promotion in Odisha through boat racing and photography competitions. The valedictory ceremony was graced by Mr Prithviraj Harichandan,  Hon’ble Minister …

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• 6 January

  6th National Chilika Bird Festival Inaugurated

  

  Migratory Birds’ Arrival Reflects Odisha’s Conducive Climate: Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida Bhubaneswar, 6/1/2026 ( Odisha Samachar/ Rajat Mohapatra )-The 6th National Chilika Bird Festival was inaugurated today at the Conference Hall of Lok Seva Bhawan, Bhubaneswar. The festival is being jointly organized by the Department of Tourism and the …

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December, 2025

• 24 December

  The Real Indian Problem Solvers: 5 Entrepreneurs Bridging the Gap Between Real Problems and Real Profit

  

  In the fast-paced Indian startup ecosystem, the narrative has shifted. It’s no longer just about the next unicorn valuation, but now it’s about The Real Indian Problem Solvers. The most successful entrepreneurs today aren’t those who imported a business model; they are the ones who stared directly into the chaotic, …

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• 17 December

  India’s Twice-Successful Founders Are Redrawing the Map of Modern Entrepreneurship

    India is entering an era where entrepreneurship is no longer a one-shot pursuit but a sustained professional arc. A growing cohort of founders is now crafting formidable second innings, drawing on the scars and wisdom of earlier ventures, adjusting to changing consumer expectations, and stepping into categories that demand …

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• 10 December

  Burger Singh Expands in Bihar with New Darbhanga Outlet

  

  – Brand to strengthen its presence further with additional Bihar outlets in the pipeline Darbhanga, 10th Dec 2025 — Burger Singh, India’s homegrown burger QSR chain, has announced the opening of its newest outlet in Darbhanga, marking another step in the brand’s rapid expansion across Tier 2 and Tier 3 …

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• 9 December

  Odisha Tourism Shines at IITM Hyderabad, Wins “Best Wildlife Conservation Effort in India” Award  

  

  Hyderabad/Bhubaneswar ,9/12/2025( Odisha Samachar / Rajat Mohapatra )-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. The three-day national travel exhibition, inaugurated at the HITEX Exhibition Center, brought together over 200 exhibitors from across India …

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• 9 December

  PR 24×7 Celebrates Foundation Day with a Renewed Commitment to Trust, Technology & New Milestones

  

  Indore, 09,December 2025: The true strength of an organisation does not lie in its high-tech infrastructure, but in the people who turn dreams into goals and goals into achievements through their relentless dedication. A company’s foundation day marks not just a date on the calendar, but the beginning of a …

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