The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a significant weather forecast, predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall across several districts in Odisha over the next four days. This prediction is attributed to a cyclonic circulation over the Bay of Bengal, which is expected to bring substantial rainfall to the region. Districts Under Alert The districts…
Sam Pitroda, a prominent figure in Indian politics and a close ally of the Gandhi family, has been reinstated as the chief of the Indian Overseas Congress. This decision comes months after Pitroda resigned from the position following a series of contentious remarks that sparked political outrage and provided ammunition for the Bharatiya Janata Party…
Veteran Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Lal Krishna Advani was admitted to the All-India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi late on Wednesday night. The 96-year-old former Deputy Prime Minister is currently stable and under observation, according to a statement from the hospital. Medical Care and Observations Advani has been placed in the old…
On Thursday, Indian benchmark indices made a strong comeback after an initial dip, with the Sensex surpassing the 79,000 marks for the first time and the Nifty setting a new record high. The surge was driven by robust buying in blue-chip stocks such as Reliance Industries and ICICI Bank, leading to significant gains. The 30-share…
Cutting-Edge Technology Paves the Way for Detailed Project Planning IG Drones, India’s forefront leader in drone technology and analytics, has successfully concluded a comprehensive drone survey of the forthcoming Puri International Airport in Odisha. This survey marks a significant milestone in the Rs 2,203 crore project, which recently saw a call for global bids by…
New Era in Naval Defence The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) introduced a cutting-edge defensive asset to the Indian Navy—the Medium Range-Microwave Obscurant Chaff Rocket (MR-MOCR). This advanced technology, developed by DRDO’s Defence Laboratory in Jodhpur, creates a microwave shield that significantly reduces radar detection, enhancing the stealth capabilities of naval platforms. Microwave Shielding…
In a significant move to bolster economic ties, the UAE-India CEPA Council (UICC) and the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) hosted a pivotal business roundtable with nearly 30 businesses from Odisha. This initiative aims to harness the benefits of the UAE-India Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) and explore new avenues for mutual growth. Key Delegates…
Modernizing India’s Telecom Laws India’s new Telecommunications Act 2023 marks a pivotal shift from outdated legislation to a framework that aligns with contemporary technological advancements and national security imperatives. Effective from June 26, this legislation replaces the archaic Indian Telegraph Act of 1885 and the Indian Wireless Telegraph Act of 1933. Enhanced Government Oversight for…
The imminent appointment of senior IAS officer Manoj Ahuja as Odisha’s next Chief Secretary has stirred discussions in bureaucratic and political circles. With current Chief Secretary P.K. Jena’s extension ending soon, Ahuja’s selection appears to be almost certain. Here’s a look at the key factors that likely influenced this decision: Seniority and Experience Ahuja, along…
Former NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman Arvind Panagariya has shifted his stance on India’s trade relations with China. In a recent interview, Panagariya, a prominent economist, revealed that the Galwan clash in June 2020 made him reconsider China’s reliability as a trading partner. Panagariya had previously advocated for India’s participation in the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP),…
