Andhra Pradesh underwent a monumental change on 2nd June, losing Hyderabad as its capital. · The capital of Telangana now exclusively serves Hyderabad, following the mandates of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act of 2014. · Hyderabad served as the common capital for both Andhra Pradesh and Telangana for a transitional period not exceeding ten years, starting from…
A Nagpur Court has pronounced life imprisonment for Nishant Agarwal, a former engineer at BrahMos Aerospace, on charges of espionage for Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). · The court found Agarwal guilty under sections 3 and 5 of the Official Secrets Act (OSA) and levied a fine of Rs 3000, along with a rigorous imprisonment (RI) term…
In the backdrop of India’s pivotal electoral phase, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveils a sweeping economic agenda poised to revolutionize the nation’s industrial landscape. With a resounding electoral mandate looming, Modi’s post-election reforms signal a transformative shift towards positioning India as a global manufacturing powerhouse, poised to rival China’s dominance in the sector. This comprehensive…
Voters in Odisha used their franchise to elect the 147-member strong state Assembly and results are slated for declaration on June 4. · Notable political entities, including the ruling BJD, the resurgent BJP, and the Congress, have engaged in spirited campaigns, vying for the electorate’s mandate. · Key constituencies such as Hinjili, Kantabanji, Digapahandi, and Rourkela witnessed…
In a remarkable electoral feat, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) clinched its third consecutive victory in Arunachal Pradesh. · While the BJP emerged as the dominant force in Arunachal Pradesh, other political parties secured a limited share of seats. · Simultaneously, the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) retained power in Sikkim, asserting its dominance with a commanding victory…
The Indian stock market witnessed an extraordinary surge today as exit polls projected a decisive victory for the BJP in the ongoing elections. · In the early hours, the Sensex surged over 2,000 points, marking one of its most significant jumps in recent years and the Nifty recorded its largest leap in four years. · Leading the…
With the conclusion of the final phase of voting in the Lok Sabha elections on June 1, all eyes turn to the eagerly anticipated release of exit polls. These polls, conducted by various agencies, offer preliminary insights into potential election outcomes before the official results are declared. Despite occasional inaccuracies, exit polls provide valuable indications…
The fourth and final phase of Assembly and Parliamentary elections in Odisha faced disruptions as Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) malfunctioned at several polling stations. · By 9 AM, a reported turnout of 7.69 percent was recorded, with Jagatsinghpur reporting the highest voter participation at 8.54%, followed by Balasore (7.46%). · A total of over 99.61 lakh voters,…
Renowned puppeteer Padma Shri Maguni Charan Kuanr, a stalwart in the world of traditional arts, bid farewell to the mortal realm after battling a prolonged illness at the age of 88. The maestro, hailing from Keonjhar, Odisha, breathed his last in the comfort of his home, leaving behind a legacy etched in the annals of…
Bihar, Odisha, Jharkhand, Rajasthan, Delhi see heatwave-related deaths. · A scorching heat wave ravages central, eastern, and northern India, claiming at least 54 lives. · Maximum temperatures at 45-48°C in several places, including Delhi. · The IMD forecasts very light to light rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning over the plains of Northwest India between May 31 and June…
