A Kitchen Staple Turns a Luxury Potato prices in Odisha have reached unprecedented levels, surging to ₹50 per kilogram in many markets following a sudden ban on exports by West Bengal. This unexpected move disrupted supply chains, leaving Odisha scrambling for alternatives. On Monday, relief began to arrive as potato-laden trucks from Uttar Pradesh (UP)…
The Farmers’ Voice and Their Long Struggle India’s agricultural sector has long been the backbone of its economy, yet farmers frequently find themselves at odds with policies they believe undermine their livelihoods. Protests and demonstrations have become a common tool for expressing grievances, and the latest “Delhi Chalo” march is another chapter in this ongoing…
The Roots of the Khalistani Movement The Khalistani movement, which aims to carve out an independent Sikh state from India, has its roots in the tumultuous 1970s and 1980s. Sparked by political grievances and fueled by separatist sentiment, the movement reached a crescendo with Operation Blue Star in 1984, followed by the assassination of then…
Arrest of ISKCON Monk and Rising Tensions The arrest of ISKCON monk Chinmoy Krishna Das in Bangladesh on sedition charges has ignited a heated debate about the safety of minorities and religious freedom in the country. The incident, which led to violent protests, has drawn international attention, with India expressing “deep concern” over the arrest…
Volkswagen’s Indian operations have been accused of evading $1.4 billion in import duties, marking one of the largest tax-related demands against a multinational in India. The allegations stem from claims that the German automaker misclassified imported car components to pay lower taxes, a practice the authorities deem “wilful evasion.” This controversy adds to Volkswagen’s mounting…
India’s economic trajectory continues to capture global attention as it maintains its status as the world’s fastest-growing major economy. With a 5.4% growth in the July-September quarter of 2024, the country has seen a slight deceleration from the previous quarter’s 6.7%. However, sustained growth and strategic initiatives are paving the way for India to overtake…
In a world increasingly detached from nature, 31-year-old Pupun Sahoo from Odisha’s Nayagarh district stands out as a beacon of hope. Armed with passion and determination, this Class VII dropout has transformed a barren riverside into a lush sanctuary for medicinal plants. By cultivating over 7,000 medicinal plants, Pupun is not only preserving traditional healing…
The national security apparatus of India was shaken recently when Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a US-based Khalistani extremist, issued a threatening message targeting the high-profile DGP-IGP conference in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. This three-day conference, attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, is a critical platform for discussing…
India, poised to become a significant player in the global electric vehicle (EV) industry, is revamping its EV policy to attract both domestic and international automakers. Initially designed to entice Tesla into local manufacturing, the policy has undergone significant changes after the U.S. automaker opted out of its plans earlier this year. The updated incentives,…
Cyclone Fengal, a powerful tropical storm, is set to make landfall this afternoon between Karaikal and Mahabalipuram, bringing with it heavy rain, strong winds, and significant disruption across Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red and orange alerts for multiple districts, warning of potential damage and urging preparedness. As coastal…
