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Ramani Ranjan Mohapatra

Ramani Ranjan Mohapatra

Ramani Ranjan Mohapatra

25 years since 1999 Super Cyclone: Odisha's journey from ruin to resilience

The Super Cyclone devastated Odisha, claiming 9,885 lives (with unofficial estimates even higher) and leaving millions without homes. A humanitarian crisis unfolded and public frustration grew

25 years since 1999 Super Cyclone: Odisha's journey from ruin to resilience
Updated On : 28 Oct 2024 | 6:48 AM IST

Artificial rainmaking still under research, says IMD chief Mohapatra

The IMD chief talked about the improved forecasting system, global warming impact, and the artificial intelligence (AI) applications

Artificial rainmaking still under research, says IMD chief Mohapatra
Updated On : 23 Oct 2024 | 4:35 PM IST

Odisha to hold investors' meet in January, eyes Rs 2.5 trn by 2029

The state Cabinet has approved investment proposals worth Rs 44,682 crore, achieving 90 per cent of the annual target

Odisha to hold investors' meet in January, eyes Rs 2.5 trn by 2029
Updated On : 28 Sep 2024 | 12:37 PM IST

Even after 100 days, Majhi govt still has to cover lot of ground in Odisha

Critics argue that while the BJP has delivered on some of its election promises, the 2027 panchayat elections will put the ruling party to test

Even after 100 days, Majhi govt still has to cover lot of ground in Odisha
Updated On : 23 Sep 2024 | 12:08 AM IST

With Hemant by his side, Jharkhand CM Champai makes swift populist moves

The INDIA bloc govt in Jharkhand is hurriedly unveiling schemes ahead of the Assembly polls, even as the BJP reaches out to tribals

With Hemant by his side, Jharkhand CM Champai makes swift populist moves
Updated On : 01 Jul 2024 | 12:02 AM IST

Can Naveen Patnaik's BJD make a comeback in Odisha? It's a tricky course

With a 40.22% vote share in Assembly polls, it remains Odisha's preeminent party but is untested in the Opposition space

Can Naveen Patnaik's BJD make a comeback in Odisha? It's a tricky course
Updated On : 17 Jun 2024 | 9:42 AM IST

Tribal leader Mohan Majhi to be Odisha's first BJP CM on Wednesday

This will be the first time a CM in the state will be from the BJP after it ousted the Naveen Patnaik-led BJD government in the recently held Assembly elections

Tribal leader Mohan Majhi to be Odisha's first BJP CM on Wednesday
Updated On : 12 Jun 2024 | 12:15 AM IST

BJP ends BJD supremo Naveen Patnaik's stint as Odisha chief minister

In terms of vote share, the BJP got 39.89 per cent votes, up from 32.8 per cent in 2019. The BJD, on the other hand, saw its vote share dip to 40.18 per cent from 45.2 per cent in the last elections

BJP ends BJD supremo Naveen Patnaik's stint as Odisha chief minister
Updated On : 05 Jun 2024 | 12:31 AM IST

Odisha Assembly polls: BJP challenges Naveen Patnaik's BJD in tight race

The BJP is leading in 73 seats in Odisha, followed by Patnaik-Biju Janata Dal at 50 seats and Congress is leading in 13 seats, shows the trend on Election Commission website available for 138 seats

Odisha Assembly polls: BJP challenges Naveen Patnaik's BJD in tight race
Updated On : 04 Jun 2024 | 11:58 AM IST

Odisha CM refutes Modi's health probe claim: 'A simple call would suffice'

PM Modi in Odisha's Baripada questioned if a conspiracy behind CM Naveen Patnaik's declining health, hinting at a viral video showing Patnaik's aide steadying his trembling hand at a rally

Odisha CM refutes Modi's health probe claim: 'A simple call would suffice'
Updated On : 30 May 2024 | 6:44 PM IST

'Our Droupadi' vs local poll dynamics in tribal terrain of Mayurbhanj

There were media reports that Uparbeda, 120 km from the district headquarters in Baripada, got electricity only after Murmu became President

'Our Droupadi' vs local poll dynamics in tribal terrain of Mayurbhanj
Updated On : 28 May 2024 | 12:17 AM IST

Lok Sabha polls: In Cuttack, it's seasoned MP vs corporate veteran

The Congress has fielded Suresh Mohapatra, whose challenge would be to improve the vote share from 9.5% that his party received in 2019

Lok Sabha polls: In Cuttack, it's seasoned MP vs corporate veteran
Updated On : 24 May 2024 | 10:46 PM IST

Naveen Patnaik's entry sows seeds of hope in migration-hit Kantabanji

Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik is contesting from the seat, in addition to his traditional Hinjili constituency in Ganjam, which too suffers from migration

Naveen Patnaik's entry sows seeds of hope in migration-hit Kantabanji
Updated On : 17 May 2024 | 1:11 AM IST

Lok Sabha elections: Panda prestige vs Biju legacy in Odisha's Kendrapara

What may work for the BJP, on other hand, is the growing resentment against V K Pandian, a bureaucrat-turned-politician who Panda alleges has hijacked state govt. "Apart from anti-incumbancy

Lok Sabha elections: Panda prestige vs Biju legacy in Odisha's Kendrapara
Updated On : 14 May 2024 | 11:26 PM IST

LS polls: Job promises galore as Odisha scores low on employment index

Despite declining by three percentage points in 2022-23 (FY23) compared to FY19, Odisha's unemployment rate remains higher than the average in India

LS polls: Job promises galore as Odisha scores low on employment index
Updated On : 10 May 2024 | 11:47 PM IST

LS polls: Temple narrative not a guarantee for victory in Odisha elections

Voters in Puri, Sambalpur say local issues, poll dynamics matter

LS polls: Temple narrative not a guarantee for victory in Odisha elections
Updated On : 09 May 2024 | 12:34 AM IST

BJD govt will expire on June 4: PM Narendra Modi at Odisha rally

BJD obstructed Centre's schemes in Odisha, says PM Narendra Modi

BJD govt will expire on June 4: PM Narendra Modi at Odisha rally
Updated On : 06 May 2024 | 10:30 PM IST

Fiscal prudent Odisha faces many challenges on socioeconomic front

In last decade, it has consistently remained a revenue-surplus state, allowing govt to invest in asset generation, introduce welfare schemes. But its socio-economic indicators leave much to be desired

Fiscal prudent Odisha faces many challenges on socioeconomic front
Updated On : 05 May 2024 | 11:50 PM IST

One voter, two votes: How Kotia villagers navigate blurred border dispute

While Odisha provides essential services, such as schools, anganwadi centers, water supply points and employment guarantee, Andhra focuses on benefits, including 35 kg of rice compared to Odisha's 5kg

One voter, two votes: How Kotia villagers navigate blurred border dispute
Updated On : 04 May 2024 | 12:13 AM IST

It'll be a vote for Modi's performance, Odia pride: Dharmendra Pradhan

Pradhan talks about the NDA securing over 400 seats, the Narendra Modi government's alternative energy initiatives, and unemployment issue

It'll be a vote for Modi's performance, Odia pride: Dharmendra Pradhan
Updated On : 28 Apr 2024 | 10:44 PM IST