Enhancing Rainfall Forecast Accuracy IIT-Bhubaneswar has introduced a groundbreaking technology aimed at significantly improving the accuracy of rainfall predictions, particularly during heavy downpours. This new system offers enhanced lead times, which is crucial for timely weather alerts and disaster management. Integration of Weather Models and Deep Learning The innovative approach integrates the Weather Research and…
Bangladesh’s Political Crisis: The Fall of Sheikh Hasina Bangladesh is in the midst of a historic political upheaval. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, following weeks of escalating anti-government protests, has resigned and fled the country. These protests, initially sparked by demands to abolish civil service job quotas, rapidly evolved into widespread calls for Hasina’s resignation. Her…
Adani Group Rejects Allegations The Adani Group has firmly rejected the latest allegations made by Hindenburg Research, labeling them as “malicious, mischievous, and manipulative” distortions of publicly available information. In a statement filed with the stock exchange, the Adani Group denounced the claims as a recycling of previously discredited allegations that have been thoroughly investigated…
Nationwide Strike Announced In a significant move reflecting widespread outrage and concern, doctors across India are set to go on an indefinite strike in response to the tragic rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Hospital. This unprecedented action will halt all elective services in hospitals in major cities including Delhi,…
Dr. Achyuta Samanta, an eminent philanthropist and visionary educationist, is set to achieve a historic milestone. The founder of KIIT (Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology) and KISS (Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences) universities will be honored with an honorary doctorate from Techno India University in Kolkata. This award will mark Dr. Samanta as the first…
Consumers Struggle with High Potato Costs Odisha residents are facing continued challenges with high potato prices, even though new stock has begun arriving from West Bengal. Despite efforts to stabilize the market, retail prices for this essential commodity remain elevated. On Saturday, while there was a marginal drop in prices, they still ranged between Rs…
Deadly Airstrike Hits Gaza School Shelter An Israeli airstrike on a Gaza school on Saturday resulted in the deaths of over 100 Palestinians, with dozens more injured, according to the official Palestinian news agency. The school, located in Gaza City’s Al-Sahaba area, was serving as a shelter for displaced individuals. The Hamas-run Gaza government media…
Railway Projects to Transform Odisha’s Connectivity Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has extended heartfelt thanks to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw following the approval of six major railway projects designed to revitalize the state’s rail infrastructure. In a recent update on his X handle, CM Majhi lauded the central government’s…
Strengthening Ties with the Maldives: S. Jaishankar’s Official Visit Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s official visit to the Maldives from August 9 to August 12, 2024, is a significant diplomatic engagement aimed at bolstering India-Maldives relations. This high-level visit underscores India’s commitment to strengthening ties with its maritime neighbor amid shifting geopolitical dynamics and…
Central Committee Established to Oversee Border Safety In a decisive move amid escalating unrest in Bangladesh, the Indian government has formed a high-level committee to oversee the Indo-Bangladesh border and ensure the safety of Indian citizens and Hindu minorities in Bangladesh. Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced the formation of the committee on August 9,…
