Background of the Disqualification The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has announced that it will deliver its verdict on Vinesh Phogat’s appeal regarding her disqualification from the women’s 50 kg wrestling final before the conclusion of the Paris Olympics 2024. The disqualification, which occurred on August 7, was a result of Phogat being 100…
Key Areas of Review · The committee’s mandate includes a comprehensive examination of several critical areas: · Financial Grants: Assessment of the distribution and allocation of grants to startups within and outside the state. · Private Institutions: Evaluation of funding provided to private institutions designated as incubators. · Project Management: Review of the performance and output of project management…
India men’s hockey team wins bronze in Paris Olympics · Ex-Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik congratulates team over video call · Amit Rohidas thanks Patnaik for his support to the hockey team A Heartfelt Congratulations In a touching display of national pride, former Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik personally congratulated the Indian hockey team for their bronze medal…
On August 9, 2024, the Supreme Court granted bail to Manish Sisodia, the former Deputy Chief Minister of Delhi, after 18 months of incarceration. Sisodia was arrested in February 2023 in connection with alleged irregularities in the Delhi excise policy. The court’s decision marks a significant development in the high-profile case involving the Aam Aadmi…
Introduction of the Waqf Amendment Bill The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, introduced in the Lok Sabha on August 8, has quickly become a point of intense debate in Indian politics. This bill, presented by the NDA-led central government, marks the first significant piece of legislation introduced by the Modi 3.0 cabinet since its formation in June….
Significant Changes in Administrative Leadership Across 20 Districts On Wednesday, the Odisha government executed a sweeping reshuffle within its Indian Administrative Service (IAS) cadre, affecting 25 officials and impacting the administration of 20 districts. The General Administration & Public Grievance Department issued a notification late in the evening, detailing these significant changes aimed at revitalizing…
A Legacy of Leadership and Public Service Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee, the former Chief Minister of West Bengal and a prominent leader of the Communist Party of India (Marxist), passed away in Kolkata at the age of 80. He died at his residence in Ballygunge around 8:20 a.m. on Thursday following a prolonged illness. Bhattacharjee is survived…
Disqualification Leads to Unexpected End Vinesh Phogat, one of India’s most celebrated wrestlers, has announced her retirement from the sport a day after a devastating disqualification at the Paris Olympics. The disqualification came after Phogat was found to be overweight by just 100 grams in the women’s 50kg wrestling event. Despite her remarkable journey to…
Ambitious Development Goals The Odisha government is gearing up to create a robust framework for its future growth by forming a steering committee tasked with preparing two critical vision documents: ‘Vision Document 2036’ and ‘Vision Document 2047’. These strategic documents are pivotal to achieving the state’s ambitious targets of a ‘Bikasita Odisha’ (Developed Odisha) by…
Violent Backlash Following Sheikh Hasina’s Departure In the wake of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s departure from Bangladesh, the country has descended into chaos, with 20 leaders from her Awami League party found dead. The unrest, triggered by violent student protests over job quotas for freedom fighters’ children, has led to widespread attacks and significant…
