As the 18th Lok Sabha commences, a significant and rare political event is set to unfold — the election for the Speaker’s post, which will see a face-off between Om Birla of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and Kodikunnil Suresh of the INDI Alliance. This unusual election breaks with recent tradition, where the Speaker…
Naveen Patnaik convened a meeting with the party’s nine Rajya Sabha MPs, urging them to establish themselves as a “vibrant and strong” opposition. · Sasmit Patra stated that the MPs are resolved to not only articulate their concerns but also to take a firm stance if Odisha’s interests are overlooked by the central government. · One of…
The NEET-UG paper leak scam targeted 700 students and aimed for a staggering Rs 300 crore · Bijender Gupta involved in multiple paper leaks over 24 years · He explains how leaks happen during transportation of question papers · Gupta outlined the routine of the paper leak mafia: “Jail jayenge, phir bail, aur phir shuru hoga khel,” · The…
The Indian Army is on the brink of a technological leap with the planned induction of its first batch of robotic MULES (Multi-Utility Legged Equipment), designed to resemble dogs. · According to a report the Indian Army had placed an order for 100 MULE robotic dogs in September of the previous year. · The MULE robotic dogs…
In a significant move to enhance connectivity to major religious destinations across India, the Odisha government is set to launch a new series of bus services. · The buses will depart from major cities in the state, including Puri, Bhubaneswar, Berhampur, and Rourkela. · These routes are designed to provide a more convenient travel option for devotees,…
In a bold stance against escalating Chinese aggression, Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te has denounced autocracy as the real “evil”. In a bold stance against escalating Chinese aggression, Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te has denounced autocracy as the real “evil” after Beijing announced it could impose death penalty on staunch supporters of Taiwanese independence. Lai’s remarks come…
In the wake of the devastating October 7 attack by Hamas, a profound sense of insecurity has gripped many Israelis, leading to a significant spike in the number of women seeking gun permits. · According to the Israeli security ministry, 42,000 women have applied for firearms licenses since the attack, with 18,000 of these applications already…
Amid swirling rumors of disintegration and a growing chorus of dissent within the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), party supremo Naveen Patnaik has made a fervent appeal for unity. · In a recent interaction with party leaders Patnaik stressed the importance of unity to overcome internal divisions and bolster the party’s strength. · Despite widespread criticism and allegations…
In a significant development, the Odisha government has announced plans to open the Ratna Bhandar, the treasury of the historic Jagannath Temple in Puri. · The Minister emphasized that the state government is committed to ensuring a meticulous inspection of the treasury’s contents. · He mentioned that special strategies are being developed for the next 100 days,…
After enduring a prolonged heatwave, Odisha residents can finally rejoice as the Southwest monsoon has enveloped the entire state. · The monsoon has advanced across several regions, including parts of the Arabian Sea, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha. · The IMD provided a detailed overview of the monsoon’s progress, noting that the Northern Limit of…
