At least 10 dead as fire breaks out at Odisha’s SCB Hospital, PM Modi announces ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh

March 16, 2026 12:10 PM

At least 10 dead as fire breaks out at Odisha’s SCB Hospital, PM Modi announces ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh

A devastating fire at SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack claimed the lives of ten patients early Monday morning, while at least eleven hospital staff members sustained injuries during rescue operations. According to officials, the fire broke out between 2:30 a.m. and 3:00 a.m. at the ICU of trauma care centre, where critically ill patients were undergoing treatment. Multiple fire engines were rushed to the hospital, and emergency teams worked to control the blaze and evacuate patients....

Odisha Budget aims to accelerate development, ensure inclusive growth: CM Majhi

February 21, 2026 11:13 AM

Odisha Budget aims to accelerate development, ensure inclusive growth: CM Majhi

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday said the state Budget for the 2026–27 financial year would accelerate development and fulfil the dreams, hopes, and aspirations of people across all sections of society. Majhi, who also holds the Finance portfolio, presented the annual Budget in the Odisha Assembly earlier in the day and later described it as a roadmap for building a prosperous, inclusive, and future-ready state. Interacting with mediapersons after presenting the Budget, the...