Vishal Kumar

Vishal Kumar serves as a key editor and writer for orissaea.in, a digital news platform. He is dedicated to delivering timely and insightful coverage of current events, with a focus on both local news from Odisha and significant global affairs.

Vishal Kumar

Vishal Kumar serves as a key editor and writer for orissaea.in, a digital news platform. He is dedicated to delivering timely and insightful coverage of current events, with a focus on both local news from Odisha and significant global affairs.

Tata Power Rolls Out Rooftop Solar in Odisha

Tata Power Rolls Out Rooftop Solar in Odisha; Here’s How the ULA Model Benefits You

Tata Power has launched its residential rooftop solar solutions in Odisha, introducing a new Unified LoA Application (ULA) model. This initiative aims to simplify the subsidy and installation process, making renewable energy more accessible and affordable for homeowners across the state.

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Odisha Teams Up with TCS to Launch IFMS 3.0

Odisha Teams Up with TCS to Launch IFMS 3.0; A Giant Leap Toward Digital Governance

The Government of Odisha has launched the Odisha IFMS 3.0, a next-generation financial management system developed with TCS. The new platform uses AI and data analytics to enhance transparency, speed up payments, and modernize the state's digital governance infrastructure.

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Odisha and Chhattisgarh Finally Talk Peace Over Mahanadi

Odisha and Chhattisgarh Finally Talk Peace Over Mahanadi; But Will It Hold?

Odisha and Chhattisgarh have agreed to form a joint committee to resolve the long-standing Mahanadi water dispute. This diplomatic effort aims to find a collaborative solution to the conflict over water sharing, which centers on Chhattisgarh's upstream projects.

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Pradhan Drops a Global Bombshell About Odisha’s Future

At Journalism Awards, Pradhan Drops a Global Bombshell About Odisha’s Future

At the 2025 Odisha Journalism Awards, Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan outlined a bold vision for preserving Odisha’s global heritage and advancing its future, recognizing the vital role of journalism in shaping the state’s development narrative.

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New Rule Could Delay Your Free Bus Pass

New Rule Could Delay Your Free Bus Pass: Pensioners in England Hit with Shocking Change

The free bus pass age in England has risen to 66 and is set to increase further, directly linked to the rising State Pension age. This policy change means millions will wait longer for concessionary travel, impacting budgets and social mobility.

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DWP Issues Urgent Warning

DWP Issues Urgent Warning: The One Week in September That Could Cost Pensioners £300

The Department for Work and Pensions warns pensioners that the week of 15 to 21 September 2025 is crucial for eligibility to receive up to £300 in Winter Fuel Payment. Pensioners with incomes over £35,000 could see repayments through tax adjustments. Opt-out deadline is 15 September.

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State pensioners

State pensioners who’ve hit certain age set to be handed extra £105 a week

UK pensioners over State Pension age with long-term health conditions may be eligible for Attendance Allowance, a non-means-tested DWP benefit worth up to £108.55 per week. The payment helps cover extra costs associated with disability.

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Millions to Lose Out on Triple Lock Pension Boost

Millions to Lose Out on Triple Lock Pension Boost: Fury Grows Over DWP’s Silent Move

Millions of British pensioners will miss out on the full Triple Lock pension boost after the DWP decided to use a lower 6.7% uprating for additional pension components, compared to the 8.5% rise for the main state pension.

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£18 Billion Pension Panic

£18 Billion Pension Panic! Why UK Savers Are Rushing to Withdraw Before the Tax Hammer Falls

A surge in UK pension withdrawals has seen savers take out over £18 billion, driven by fears that a potential new government will reinstate the pension lifetime allowance. Experts warn this rush could lead to significant, unnecessary tax bills.

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Vedanta’s Mega Project in Odisha Brought to a Screeching Halt

Vedanta’s Mega Project in Odisha Brought to a Screeching Halt: Tribal Communities Demand Justice

The major Vedanta Odisha project is stalled indefinitely after intense protests from the Dongria Kondh tribe, who are fighting to protect their sacred Niyamgiri hills from bauxite mining and assert their legal tribal rights.

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