The Odisha Cabinet has approved the Shree Jagannath Temple Land Management Rules, 2026, introducing a new framework to bring greater transparency, accountability and efficiency to the management of temple-owned land across the state. The rules seek to modernise a system shaped by decades of legacy arrangements while strengthening institutional oversight over the settlement and use of…
Turning Resources into Global Growth Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi begins a three-day official visit to the United Arab Emirates on Tuesday, taking the state’s investment outreach to Abu Dhabi and Dubai. The mission seeks to attract foreign capital, technology partnerships and export-oriented projects while strengthening economic links with UAE sovereign funds, businesses and the…
From Rourkela Innovation to a ₹66-Crore Navy Deal Coratia Technologies, a Rourkela-based underwater-robotics startup, has emerged as an important example of India’s growing indigenous defence-tech capability after securing a ₹66-crore Indian Navy contract. Importantly, the contract was announced in September 2025, rather than being a fresh deal this week. Its significance lies in what it represents:…
RBI Governor Explains Future of UPI Transaction Charges India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) continues to remain free for users and merchants in most cases, but the debate over who should bear the cost of maintaining the country’s rapidly expanding digital payments ecosystem has entered a new phase. Addressing the issue, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor…
Around 4,000 EVMs Destroyed in Government Building Blaze A massive fire that reportedly destroyed around 4,000 Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) in a government building in Kolkata’s Alipore area has sparked a criminal investigation and intensified political scrutiny over the safety of India’s election infrastructure. The blaze engulfed the nine-storey administrative building, reducing thousands of stored EVMs…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Rajasthan on April 21 to dedicate the nation’s first greenfield integrated refinery-cum-petrochemical complex at Pachpadra in Balotra. The project marks a major milestone in India’s energy and industrial landscape, promising to reshape both regional development and national energy security. Project Overview: Scale, Capacity, and Investment The refinery, developed by HPCL Rajasthan…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has outlined an ambitious, win-win partnership with South Korea during talks with President Lee Jae-myung in New Delhi. The meeting marked a significant upgrade in bilateral ties, with both leaders presenting a forward-looking framework that spans technology, trade, culture, and strategic cooperation. A “Futuristic Partnership” for a Changing World At the core…
The controversy surrounding Rahul Gandhi and alleged dual citizenship has resurfaced with fresh developments in court, turning into a significant legal and political flashpoint. What began as a petition questioning his nationality has now evolved into a broader debate on judicial powers, procedural fairness, and constitutional interpretation. The Allegations and Legal Claims The case originates from…
School holidays have been declared across nine districts of Odisha from April 20 as an intense heatwave continues to grip large parts of the state. With temperatures soaring past 40°C in several regions, authorities have moved swiftly to protect students, suspending classes and activating emergency response measures. Administrative Response: Localised and Rapid Decision-Making The initial shutdown…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation following the failure of the women’s reservation constitutional amendment in the Lok Sabha, offering an apology to women while launching a sharp critique of opposition parties. His speech blended emotion with political messaging, framing the defeat as both a national loss and a reflection of what he described as regressive opposition politics. A…
