In a significant development reshaping Odisha’s political landscape, six-time Member of Parliament Bhartruhari Mahtab bid adieu to his longstanding affiliation with the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) and formally embraced the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Mahtab’s transition to the saffron camp was accompanied by the defection of former BJD MP Siddhant Mohapatra and celebrated litterateur Damayanti…
The arrival of Ukraine’s Foreign Minister, Dmytro Kuleba, in New Delhi signals a pivotal moment in diplomatic efforts to address the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, with discussions on a potential peace deal topping the agenda. Confirmed by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Kuleba’s two-day official visit at the invitation of External Affairs…
In a resounding display of solidarity, a formidable cohort of over 600 legal stalwarts, comprising eminent figures such as Harish Salve, Pinky Anand, Manan Kumar Mishra, Adish Agarwala, Chetan Mittal, Hitesh Jain, Ujjwala Pawar, Uday Holla, and Swaroopama Chaturvedi, has jointly penned a missive to the Chief Justice of India (CJI), voicing grave concerns over…
Amidst the culmination of his stint in Enforcement Directorate custody, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is poised to make a significant disclosure today regarding the alleged Delhi liquor policy scandal, as affirmed by his wife. Here are 10 key insights into this unfolding saga: ED Custody Ends: Kejriwal, ensnared in an alleged money-laundering imbroglio connected to…
In a dramatic turn of events shaking the political landscape of Odisha, veteran Congress leader Suresh Routray, fondly known as Sura, has tendered his resignation from all committees within the Congress party. This pivotal move comes as a blow to the Congress, especially in the run-up to the impending general elections. Routray, a stalwart figure…
Ahead of the Lok Sabha and Odisha Assembly elections, BJD supremo and Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik today announced the first list of candidates. Patnaik revealed candidates for nine Lok Sabha seats and 72 Assembly seats. List of Lok Sabha Candidates: List of Odisha Assembly Candidates: (With inputs from agencies)
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has petitioned the Delhi High Court for additional time to formulate a response to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s challenge against his arrest in a money-laundering case linked to an alleged excise policy scam. The agency’s counsel, Additional Solicitor General S V Raju, citing the substantial volume of the petition, which was…
V. Vaidyanathan, the esteemed managing director and CEO of IDFC First Bank, stands as a beacon of inspiration in the Indian banking realm. Despite his towering achievements and influential position, Vaidyanathan remains known for his modest demeanor and profound generosity, often shying away from the limelight. However, recent revelations have once again thrust him into…
In a sobering revelation, the India Employment Report 2024, a collaborative effort between the esteemed International Labour Organization (ILO) and the Institute for Human Development (IHD), has cast a glaring spotlight on the alarming state of unemployment in the country, particularly among its youth. The report, unveiled by Chief Economic Adviser (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran,…
In a historic shift, Mumbai has dethroned Beijing to become Asia’s billionaire capital for the first time, securing a spot among the world’s top three wealthiest cities. According to the 2024 Hurun Global Rich List released on Tuesday, the combined wealth of Indian billionaires has skyrocketed to an astounding $1 trillion, surpassing China’s average billionaire…
