As the democratic process unfolds in Odisha, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued a crucial notification for the second phase of voting scheduled on May 20, 2024. Here are the key details regarding the upcoming electoral exercise in the state: Overview of Electoral Phases in Odisha The first phase of voting in Odisha…
In a landmark legal battle challenging India’s amended IT rule, WhatsApp has issued a stern warning to the Delhi High Court. · It said ‘if compelled to breach message encryption, the platform will cease operations in the country’. · At the heart of the dispute lies Rule 4(2) of the Information Rules, 2021, which mandates social media…
The SC has rejected all petitions advocating for the comprehensive verification of EVMs through Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) slips. · The Court mandates the sealing and secure storage of Symbol Loading Units (SLUs) for a duration of at least 45 days subsequent to the completion of the symbol loading process. · The Court empowers candidates…
Though wildfires continue to ravage the Similipal forest, reassuring news emerges that the core area and its adjoining buffer zone, crucial habitats for wildlife remain untouched by the flames. · In a tweet, PCCF declared, “Similipal & its tigers have a safe haven to flourish…Our green soldiers & team ODRAF are working in adverse conditions to…
The ECI has taken resolute steps to address alleged violations of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) by most prominent political figures: PM Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. · By directing notices to both the BJP and the INC, the commission has initiated a process that could have far-reaching implications for the conduct of future…
Renowned Indian-origin astronaut, Sunita Williams, is poised to make history once again as she prepares for her third space odyssey. · Accompanied by fellow astronaut Butch Wilmore, Williams will embark on this mission aboard Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft, to the ISS, where they will spend approximately a week conducting vital research and operational tasks. · The upcoming mission…
In a landmark legal battle unfolding before a nine-judge bench of the Supreme Court, the age-old question of the State’s authority over private property rights takes centre stage. Led by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, the bench embarks on a profound exploration of constitutional principles, delving into a three-decade-old case with far-reaching implications for…
The RBI has taken decisive action against Kotak Mahindra Bank, barring the institution from onboarding new customers online and issuing fresh credit cards, effective immediately. · The decision comes on the heels of significant concerns arising from the RBI’s IT examinations of the bank for the years 2022 and 2023, exacerbated by the bank’s perceived failure…
In a momentous ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi, President Droupadi Murmu adorned two distinguished personalities from Odisha, Binod Kumar Pasayat and Guru Gopinath Swain, with the esteemed Padma Shri award for their exemplary contributions to the field of art. The event, graced by eminent dignitaries including the Vice-President, Prime Minister, Union Minister…
OJEE 2024- Examination to be held from May 6 to May 10. · The OJEE 2024 examination is scheduled to be conducted online in computer-based test mode. · This shift not only streamlines the examination process but also reflects the evolving nature of education delivery in the digital age. · This examination is significant as it serves as…
