The political arena in Odisha is ablaze with fervent activity ahead of Phase III polling for Lok Sabha and Assembly seats scheduled for May 25. · With six Lok Sabha constituencies and 42 Assembly segments set to cast their votes, leaders from major political parties are intensifying their efforts to sway the electorate in their favor….
Microsoft’s CEO Satya Nadella, along with several top executives of LinkedIn have been fined by the Indian corporate affairs ministry for failing to comply with regulatory requirements. · The fines stem from LinkedIn India’s failure to adhere to beneficial ownership disclosure norms outlined in Section 90 of the Companies Act, 2013. · According to the Registrar of…
Prashant Kishor’s Projections: A Closer Look Political strategist Prashant Kishor’s recent statements have stirred significant interest in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections of 2024. Kishor’s insights, based on meticulous analysis, offer intriguing predictions regarding the electoral fortunes of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its principal rival, the Indian National Congress. Kishor’s observations suggest a…
A batch of petitions challenged the process of issuing certificates · High court terms OBC list prepared after 2010 as ‘illegal’ · Mamata Banerjee refuses to accept high court’s order In a landmark judgment with far-reaching implications, the Calcutta High Court has invalidated all Other Backward Classes (OBC) certificates issued in West Bengal since 2010. The division…
The announcement by European nations, including Spain, Ireland, and Norway, to recognize Palestinian statehood on May 28th has ignited a multifaceted discourse on the enduring Israel-Palestine conflict. Against the volatile backdrop of the Israel-Hamas war, this move underscores the persistent quest for a viable solution to achieve lasting peace in the region. Two-State Solution as…
India’s onion exports have witnessed a significant upsurge, surpassing 45,000 tonnes since the recent lifting of the ban on outbound shipments earlier this month. · The ban, imposed last December and extended in March due to rising prices caused by sluggish production, had put a strain on farmers’ incomes. · This surge in exports underscores India’s capacity…
The Election Commission of India (ECI) delivered a stern admonishment to both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress, urging them to re-evaluate their campaign strategies. · Expressing profound concern, the ECI underscored the paramount importance of preserving the rich socio-cultural fabric of India. · The Election Commission called upon leaders of both political entities to…
Iran bids farewell to its late President Ebrahim Raisi and his companions, who tragically perished in a helicopter crash near the Azerbaijan border. · Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Iran, led the funeral prayers offering solemn words for the departed souls and reflecting on the legacy of the deceased. · The ceremony unfolded against the…
The recent findings of the Oxford Economics’ Global Cities Index present a sobering reality for India, with its major cities notably absent from the upper echelons of global rankings. · Delhi clinched a rather modest 350th position in the esteemed Global Cities Index, falling short of expectations and aspirations for a city of its stature. · None…
A low-pressure area has emerged over the southwest Bay of Bengal and is forecasted to develop into a depression over central parts of the Bay of Bengal by May 24. · There are indications that this depression could escalate into a cyclone, marking the onset of the pre-monsoon cyclone season. · Climate scientist highlighted the possibility of…
