The recent exit poll numbers have triggered a spectrum of reactions from two formidable figures: Mamata Banerjee and Sonia Gandhi. · Mamata’s Discontent with Exit Poll Figures. · Mamata Banerjee has openly expressed her skepticism regarding the exit poll numbers, particularly those projecting substantial gains for the BJP in West Bengal. · Mamata dismissed the exit poll projections…
The scorching heatwave in Odisha has taken a severe toll on human lives, with the Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) confirming 26 deaths attributed to sunstroke. · Out of the 42 reported sunstroke deaths on May 30, six have been officially confirmed, while another six were found to be caused by factors unrelated to sunstroke. · The cumulative…
The Indian stock market witnessed an extraordinary surge today as exit polls projected a decisive victory for the BJP in the ongoing elections. · In the early hours, the Sensex surged over 2,000 points, marking one of its most significant jumps in recent years and the Nifty recorded its largest leap in four years. · Leading the…
With the conclusion of the final phase of voting in the Lok Sabha elections on June 1, all eyes turn to the eagerly anticipated release of exit polls. These polls, conducted by various agencies, offer preliminary insights into potential election outcomes before the official results are declared. Despite occasional inaccuracies, exit polls provide valuable indications…
The voting process for nine Lok Sabha constituencies in West Bengal’s seventh phase was overshadowed by tumultuous scenes, as violence and disruptions marred polling across various regions. · Reports of clashes emerged from several areas, exacerbating tensions during the polling process. · The escalation of tensions prompted political leaders to engage in accusations and counter-accusations. · The polling,…
The fourth and final phase of Assembly and Parliamentary elections in Odisha faced disruptions as Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) malfunctioned at several polling stations. · By 9 AM, a reported turnout of 7.69 percent was recorded, with Jagatsinghpur reporting the highest voter participation at 8.54%, followed by Balasore (7.46%). · A total of over 99.61 lakh voters,…
Renowned puppeteer Padma Shri Maguni Charan Kuanr, a stalwart in the world of traditional arts, bid farewell to the mortal realm after battling a prolonged illness at the age of 88. The maestro, hailing from Keonjhar, Odisha, breathed his last in the comfort of his home, leaving behind a legacy etched in the annals of…
Bihar, Odisha, Jharkhand, Rajasthan, Delhi see heatwave-related deaths. · A scorching heat wave ravages central, eastern, and northern India, claiming at least 54 lives. · Maximum temperatures at 45-48°C in several places, including Delhi. · The IMD forecasts very light to light rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning over the plains of Northwest India between May 31 and June…
Amidst the escalating conflict between Ukraine and Russia, President Biden’s recent decision to authorize Ukraine to use American-made weapons for strikes within Russian territory marks a significant departure from previous US policy. This decision, while conditional, represents a strategic shift aimed at bolstering Ukraine’s defense capabilities in the face of Russian aggression. As tensions continue…
In a landmark development echoing back to early 1991, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) orchestrated the transfer of over 100 tonnes of gold from the United Kingdom to its vaults in India. Official sources, as reported by the Times of India, hint at the possibility of a similar quantity making its way to Indian…
