In a dramatic turn of events, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was arrested by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Wednesday. The arrest is linked to the ongoing investigation into the controversial liquor policy, which has already seen significant legal and political repercussions. The timing of the arrest is notable, occurring just before a…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Moscow in July for the annual India-Russia summit with President Vladimir Putin. This visit is loaded with significance due to the geopolitical context and the longstanding strategic partnership between the two nations. Here’s why this trip is pivotal: First Visit Since Russia-Ukraine Conflict PM Modi’s visit to…
Naveen Patnaik convened a meeting with the party’s nine Rajya Sabha MPs, urging them to establish themselves as a “vibrant and strong” opposition. · Sasmit Patra stated that the MPs are resolved to not only articulate their concerns but also to take a firm stance if Odisha’s interests are overlooked by the central government. · One of…
The NEET-UG paper leak scam targeted 700 students and aimed for a staggering Rs 300 crore · Bijender Gupta involved in multiple paper leaks over 24 years · He explains how leaks happen during transportation of question papers · Gupta outlined the routine of the paper leak mafia: “Jail jayenge, phir bail, aur phir shuru hoga khel,” · The…
In a significant move to enhance connectivity to major religious destinations across India, the Odisha government is set to launch a new series of bus services. · The buses will depart from major cities in the state, including Puri, Bhubaneswar, Berhampur, and Rourkela. · These routes are designed to provide a more convenient travel option for devotees,…
In a significant development, the Odisha government has announced plans to open the Ratna Bhandar, the treasury of the historic Jagannath Temple in Puri. · The Minister emphasized that the state government is committed to ensuring a meticulous inspection of the treasury’s contents. · He mentioned that special strategies are being developed for the next 100 days,…
After enduring a prolonged heatwave, Odisha residents can finally rejoice as the Southwest monsoon has enveloped the entire state. · The monsoon has advanced across several regions, including parts of the Arabian Sea, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha. · The IMD provided a detailed overview of the monsoon’s progress, noting that the Northern Limit of…
18-year-old Bikash Sahu from a remote village in Ganjam district has achieved a significant milestone by cracking the JEE Main 2024 on his first attempt. · He secured a seat in Civil Engineering at the prestigious National Institute of Technology (NIT). · After the untimely death of his father, who worked as a labourer in Surat, Bikash…
Accusations of Habitual Land Grabbing · Government Intervention and Land Transfer Suspension · NGT in 2017 ordered the government to reclaim 10 acres of land from KISS · Political Implications and Questions of Misuse of Power · No official response from KISS, Achyuta Samanta or the BJD Recent allegations have cast a spotlight on Achyuta Samanta, founder of the…
India’s Space Startups Surge 200-Fold in 2 Years, Global Share Set to Quadruple by 2030. · He attributed this exponential growth to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visionary decision to liberalize the space sector, promoting strong public-private participation and innovation. · Dr. Singh highlighted a dramatic increase in Space Start-ups, from just 1 in 2022 to nearly 200…
