The grand spectacle of India’s Lok Sabha polls 2024 commenced today. · In the inaugural phase of this monumental seven-phase exercise, voters in 102 constituencies across 21 states and Union Territories cast their ballots. · The inaugural phase witnesses voting across Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Mizoram,…
In a seismic development that reverberated across law enforcement agencies, the unravelling of Canada’s most monumental gold heist at Toronto’s bustling Pearson International Airport last year culminated in the apprehension of six individuals, with at least two of Indian origin among them. Peel Regional Police (PRP) disclosed the arrests and divulged the issuance of warrants…
A former Congress MLA from Odisha’s Aul constituency (2014-2019), sold a portion of his ancestral land to finance his daughter’s campaign. · Facing a financial crunch aggravated by the freeze on party accounts by the Income Tax department, Sharma made this tough decision. · Expressing dismay over the lack of financial support from the Congress party, Sharma…
The Congress party has wielded the disciplinary axe against Jatni MLA Suresh Kumar Routray ousting him from the party for a duration of six years. · The expulsion order comes amidst a tumultuous period for the party, triggered by the departure of Routray’s son, Manmath, who opted to join the ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD). · Routray’s…
AIIMS Bhubaneswar witnessed a remarkable feat as doctors undertook a complex surgery to save the life of a premature newborn. · The child struggled to feed and experienced alarming symptoms, including vomiting, prompting a desperate search for solutions by the medical team at AIIMS. · After exhaustive assessments and diagnostic tests, specialists discovered a critical anomaly—a missing…
The BJP has made significant strides in its campaign for the upcoming Odisha Assembly elections 2024 by announcing the names of 21 additional candidates. · It includes the prominent nomination of Dilip Ray for the Rourkela constituency. · Ray’s nomination marks a strategic maneuver by the BJP, aiming to capitalize on his influence and experience in the…
In a grand gesture of reverence and inclusivity, the hallowed precincts of the Ram temple in Ayodhya are set to embrace devotees for an extended period of spiritual communion on the auspicious occasion of Ram Navami. Commencing with the sacred Mangala Aarti at 3:30 a.m. on Wednesday, the temple gates will remain open for an…
Yoga guru Ramdev and his aide Balkrishna were in the SC today as it hears the contempt case against Patanjali Ayurved in connection with its misleading ads. · Acknowledging Ramdev and Balkrishna’s substantial contributions to the realm of yoga, the bench emphasized the significance of their role. · However, the court didn’t shy away from scrutinizing their…
Today’s dawn heralds the commencement of the revered Rukuna Rath Yatra, a cherished tradition at the heart of Bhubaneswar, Odisha. In the colorful mosaic of Odisha’s festivals, chariot-pulling ceremonies occupy a cherished place, eagerly awaited by devotees from far and wide. Among these, the Rukuna Ratha Yatra of the Lingaraja Temple holds a preeminent position,…
LIC has experienced a substantial 59% surge in the value of its investments in Adani Group companies during the fiscal year 2023-24. · During the previous fiscal year, LIC found itself under intense scrutiny due to its strategic investment decisions in the Adani Group amidst a charged political atmosphere. · According to data from stock exchanges, LIC’s…
