In a significant development reshaping Odisha’s political landscape, six-time Member of Parliament Bhartruhari Mahtab bid adieu to his longstanding affiliation with the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) and formally embraced the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Mahtab’s transition to the saffron camp was accompanied by the defection of former BJD MP Siddhant Mohapatra and celebrated litterateur Damayanti…
The arrival of Ukraine’s Foreign Minister, Dmytro Kuleba, in New Delhi signals a pivotal moment in diplomatic efforts to address the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, with discussions on a potential peace deal topping the agenda. Confirmed by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Kuleba’s two-day official visit at the invitation of External Affairs…
Amidst the culmination of his stint in Enforcement Directorate custody, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is poised to make a significant disclosure today regarding the alleged Delhi liquor policy scandal, as affirmed by his wife. Here are 10 key insights into this unfolding saga: ED Custody Ends: Kejriwal, ensnared in an alleged money-laundering imbroglio connected to…
In a dramatic turn of events shaking the political landscape of Odisha, veteran Congress leader Suresh Routray, fondly known as Sura, has tendered his resignation from all committees within the Congress party. This pivotal move comes as a blow to the Congress, especially in the run-up to the impending general elections. Routray, a stalwart figure…
Ahead of the Lok Sabha and Odisha Assembly elections, BJD supremo and Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik today announced the first list of candidates. Patnaik revealed candidates for nine Lok Sabha seats and 72 Assembly seats. List of Lok Sabha Candidates: List of Odisha Assembly Candidates: (With inputs from agencies)
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has petitioned the Delhi High Court for additional time to formulate a response to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s challenge against his arrest in a money-laundering case linked to an alleged excise policy scam. The agency’s counsel, Additional Solicitor General S V Raju, citing the substantial volume of the petition, which was…
The East Coast Railway (ECoR) has achieved a remarkable milestone, surpassing all previous records of Indian Railways by loading 250 million tonnes of freight in the fiscal year 2023-24. Making the announcement today, the Ministry of Railways hailed ECoR’s unparalleled achievement, marking the first time a railway zone in India has accomplished such a feat…
The recent arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has sparked international attention, with the United States issuing a call for a fair and transparent legal process. Amid escalating diplomatic tensions between India and Germany over comments made regarding the arrest, the US State Department spokesperson emphasized the importance of upholding judicial integrity. Kejriwal’s apprehension…
In a bid to address financial challenges and streamline operations, Dell Technologies has initiated significant workforce reductions, affecting approximately 6,000 employees across various countries. This strategic decision underscores Dell’s commitment to cost optimization amidst a challenging economic landscape characterized by declining computer sales and evolving remote work policies. The company’s workforce reduction measures were confirmed…
The passing of former Odisha Minister and veteran Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leader, Damodar Rout, at the age of 82 has left a profound impact on the political landscape of Odisha. Rout breathed his last while undergoing treatment in a private hospital in Bhubaneswar in the early hours of Friday, marking the end of an…
