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BALCO Wins Karlapat Bauxite Block in Odisha With 175% Premium
Jyotirmayee Majhi
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Balijhudi Market Preserves Odisha Handloom Traditions Through Direct Sales
Bargarh's Balijhudi market becomes a hub for Odisha's weavers to sell handwoven ikats directly, bypassing middlemen and preserving traditional craftsmanship.
Sambalpur MP Dharmendra Pradhan responds to BJD 'Go Back' campaign
Sambalpur MP Dharmendra Pradhan rejected the BJD's 'Go Back' campaign on Saturday, stating he will continue to work for Odisha's people despite political opposition.
Tel River nears danger mark in Boudh, disrupts road traffic
Tel River in Boudh nears danger mark at 11 meters, disrupting traffic on State Highway 41 and submerging Kalamua bridge under two feet of water.
Balangir MLA Calls for Probe into Chattamakhana Dam Damage
Balangir MLA Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo has urged Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi to order an independent technical enquiry into alleged structural damage to the newly constructed Chattamakhana Dam in Balangir district.
Odisha showcases GI-tagged handlooms on 12th National Handloom Day
Dharmendra Pradhan vows to protect Odisha's pride amid BJD protests
AAP Claims BJP Govt Forcibly Acquired 950 Acres of Tribal Land in Sundargarh for Dalmia Cement
Oriom Group Enters Odisha's Real Estate Market with Oriom Realty
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BALCO Wins Karlapat Bauxite Block in Odisha With 175% Premium
BALCO emerged as the preferred bidder for the 248-million-tonne Karlapat bauxite block in Kalahandi district after quoting a 175 per cent premium in the auction.
Balijhudi Market Preserves Odisha Handloom Traditions Through Direct Sales
Bargarh's Balijhudi market becomes a hub for Odisha's weavers to sell handwoven ikats directly, bypassing middlemen and preserving traditional craftsmanship.
Sambalpur MP Dharmendra Pradhan responds to BJD 'Go Back' campaign
Sambalpur MP Dharmendra Pradhan rejected the BJD's 'Go Back' campaign on Saturday, stating he will continue to work for Odisha's people despite political opposition.
Tel River nears danger mark in Boudh, disrupts road traffic
Tel River in Boudh nears danger mark at 11 meters, disrupting traffic on State Highway 41 and submerging Kalamua bridge under two feet of water.
Balangir MLA Calls for Probe into Chattamakhana Dam Damage
Balangir MLA Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo has urged Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi to order an independent technical enquiry into alleged structural damage to the newly constructed Chattamakhana Dam in Balangir district.
Odisha showcases GI-tagged handlooms on 12th National Handloom Day
Odisha's Handlooms Department organised a fashion show on National Handloom Day featuring GI-tagged Dhalapathar and Tussar fabrics, Nuapatna sarees and Bargarh Double Ikat garments.
Dharmendra Pradhan vows to protect Odisha's pride amid BJD protests
Dharmendra Pradhan said he will never allow Odisha's pride and self-respect to be compromised while addressing a gathering at Rairakhol in Sambalpur.
AAP Claims BJP Govt Forcibly Acquired 950 Acres of Tribal Land in Sundargarh for Dalmia Cement
AAP alleges BJP government forcibly acquired 950 acres of tribal land in Sundargarh for Dalmia Cement without consent of Gram Panchayats.
Oriom Group Enters Odisha's Real Estate Market with Oriom Realty
Oriom Group, a leading industrial conglomerate in Odisha, has launched Oriom Realty, a dedicated real estate vertical to develop premium residential and commercial projects.
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