In a landmark decision, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved India’s signing of the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Agreement. This significant step aims to enhance the conservation and sustainable use of marine biological diversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction, often referred to as the ‘High Seas’. The Ministry of…
A Calamitous Event Four days after a catastrophic stampede resulted in the deaths of 121 people in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, Surajpal Singh, popularly known as Bhole Baba, has resurfaced. The disaster struck when an overwhelming crowd gathered for a ‘satsang’ (spiritual discourse) organized by Bhole Baba. The police have since arrested six individuals linked to…
Historic Victory Ends Conservative Reign In a momentous shift in British politics, Keir Starmer has emerged as the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, marking the end of 14 years of Conservative dominance. At 61, Starmer leads the Labour Party back to power following a decisive victory in Thursday’s general elections. The centre-left Labour…
Preparations in Full Swing The sacred coastal city of Puri, Odisha, is abuzz with fervor and devotion as it gears up for the grand annual Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath and his siblings. Scheduled to begin on Sunday, this majestic chariot festival is a significant event in the Hindu calendar, drawing devotees from various sects…
Emphasis on Zero Casualties in Disaster Management In a move to bolster its disaster preparedness and mitigate urban flooding, the Odisha government, led by the newly-formed BJP administration, has allocated ₹200 crore for this critical initiative. The decision was made during a comprehensive natural disaster management committee meeting chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Majhi at…
Players Hail the Meeting as an “Honor” India’s T20 World Cup-winning cricket team received a grand welcome upon their return to the country. Fresh off their historic triumph in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 held in Barbados, the champions landed in New Delhi and were greeted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his…
Over 200 Rockets Fired in Response to Commander’s Killing On Thursday, Hezbollah launched an extensive airstrike on Israel, firing more than 200 rockets at several military bases. This act was in retaliation for the killing of Mohammad Naameh Nasser, a senior commander of the Lebanese militant group. This strike marks one of the most significant…
Government Work to Be Conducted in Odia Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi, after assuming office at Loka Seva Bhawan in Bhubaneswar, announced significant initiatives to promote the Odia language and culture. Emphasizing the importance of cultural preservation, he declared that all government operations would henceforth be conducted in the Odia language. Formation of Language Commission…
Clarification on Compensation for Fallen Agniveer The Indian Army issued a statement on Wednesday addressing allegations made by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi regarding compensation for the family of Agniveer Ajay Kumar, who tragically lost his life in the line of duty. The Army clarified that the family has already received a significant portion of the…
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi, in Astana during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit to discuss critical border issues. The discussion focused on resolving the remaining disputes in the border areas between India and China, with both nations agreeing to expedite their efforts through diplomatic and military channels….
