Bhubaneswar, known for its vibrant sports culture, has added another feather to its cap with the inauguration of a state-of-the-art Badminton High Performance Centre (HPC) at the iconic Kalinga Stadium. Built at an impressive cost of Rs 75 crore, the facility, named Dalmia Bharat Pullela Gopichand Badminton Academy, was unveiled by Odisha Chief Minister Mohan…
On a remarkable Thursday in Singapore, 18-year-old chess prodigy D Gukesh etched his name into the annals of history. With a breath-taking performance in the 14th and final game of the FIDE World Chess Championship, Gukesh defeated reigning champion Ding Liren to become the youngest world champion in chess history. This extraordinary feat shattered the…
Shaktikanta Das, the outgoing Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), leaves behind a legacy that has earned him global recognition. Twice named the world’s best central banker by Global Finance magazine, Das transformed the RBI’s role during his six-year tenure, navigating the institution through periods of financial volatility, a global pandemic, and evolving…
In an unprecedented political move, the opposition INDIA bloc has submitted a notice in Rajya Sabha to remove Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar from his role as the ex-officio chairman of the Upper House. This motion, led by Congress and backed by multiple opposition parties, alleges partisan behaviour by Dhankhar in his conduct during parliamentary proceedings….
Delhi Court Summons Dharmendra in Cheating Case · Allegations Linked to Garam Dharam Dhaba Franchise · Complainant Accuses Actor of Misleading Investment Promises Bollywood Icon Faces Legal Scrutiny Veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra, along with two others, has been summoned by a Delhi Court in a case involving allegations of cheating related to the Garam Dharam Dhaba franchise….
India’s plans to improve internet access in its Northeastern region have hit a roadblock. Bangladesh’s interim government, led by Muhammad Yunus, recently reversed a decision that would have allowed private telecom operators to use Bangladesh as a transit point for supplying bandwidth to India’s connectivity-challenged Northeast. This move has stirred geopolitical and economic concerns while…
A Commitment to Innovation In a significant move to bolster Odisha’s entrepreneurial landscape, Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) has announced an investment of ₹4.65 crore to support startups in the state over the next three years. The initiative, undertaken in collaboration with the Foundation for Technology Business Incubator (FTBI) at the National Institute of Technology (NIT),…
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has expressed her willingness to lead the opposition INDIA bloc if given the opportunity, citing dissatisfaction with its current functioning. In an exclusive interview with News 18 Bangla, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief hinted at her readiness to assume dual responsibilities—heading the opposition alliance while continuing as West Bengal’s…
A Fine Line Between Growth and Stability In a much-anticipated move, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) kept the repo rate unchanged at 6.5% for the 11th consecutive time, emphasizing the importance of price stability amid high inflation and slowing economic growth. However, the unexpected decision to cut the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) by 50…
A Strategic Pivot in Indo-Russian Relations Russia’s burgeoning interest in India’s manufacturing sector signals a transformative phase in Indo-Russian economic ties. Speaking at the 15th VTB Russia Calling Investment Forum, Russian President Vladimir Putin lauded India’s business environment, emphasizing the profitability of investing in the country. Acknowledging the strides made under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s…
