Incessant rainfall on Thursday led to severe waterlogging at the Konark Sun Temple in Odisha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, causing distress to tourists and raising concerns about the site’s infrastructure. The heavy downpour, triggered by a low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal, has impacted several parts of Odisha, including the coastal region where…
A disturbing act of vandalism targeted the BAPS (Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha) Hindu Temple in Sacramento, California, on Wednesday, marking the second such incident within just 10 days. Hate-filled graffiti, including the message “Hindus go back!”, was found scrawled across the temple’s walls, sparking outrage and concern among the local Hindu community. This incident…
The Supreme Court of India has closed proceedings against Karnataka High Court Judge Justice Vedavyasachar Srishananda following his public apology for controversial remarks made during court sessions. The decision, announced by Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud, was taken in the interest of justice and the dignity of the judiciary. Controversial Comments Spark Outrage…
The Odisha government has decided to test the quality of ghee used in the preparation of offerings at the Jagannath temple in Puri. This decision comes in the wake of a controversy surrounding the alleged use of animal fat in the ghee used to make laddoos at the Tirumala temple in Andhra Pradesh. Background of…
India Surpasses Japan in Asia Power Index In the 2024 edition of the Lowy Institute’s Asia Power Index (API), India has been ranked as the third most powerful nation in Asia, trailing only behind the United States and China. This marks a significant shift in the regional power dynamics, as India has surpassed Japan, which…
The Odisha government has initiated an inclusive process to gather public inputs for its ambitious vision document, “Viksit Odisha @ 2036.” This initiative seeks to chart a long-term development roadmap, aligning with the national goal of achieving a developed India by 2047. Collaborative Approach to Vision Document At the first meeting of the state-level steering…
BJD MP’s Remarks Spark Controversy A recent comment by Biju Janata Dal (BJD) MP Debashish Samantaray has ignited a political storm in Odisha. The MP suggested that the regional party could potentially ally with the Congress to form a new government, a remark that has caused ripples across the state’s political landscape. While speaking at…
Sensex and Nifty Reach New Milestones On Tuesday, September 24, the BSE Sensex broke past the 85,000 mark for the first time during early trading hours, reaching an all-time high of 85,023. At the same time, the Nifty 50 index neared the 26,000 level, hitting a fresh high of 25,971. By 10:21 AM, Sensex was…
Atishi, the 43-year-old Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader, officially took charge as the Chief Minister of Delhi on Saturday, following the resignation of Arvind Kejriwal. In a symbolic and emotional gesture, Atishi compared her new role to the character of Bharat from the Hindu epic Ramayana, emphasizing her commitment to govern in Kejriwal’s absence. As…
Israel intensified its military offensive against Hezbollah in Lebanon, launching over 300 airstrikes on Monday. The strikes, the most widespread wave of attacks in nearly a year of conflict, targeted Hezbollah strongholds and weapon storage facilities. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) urged civilians to evacuate Hezbollah-controlled areas to avoid harm. These developments come as tensions…
