Odisha Takes Swift Action Following the Death of Prakriti Lamsal The unfortunate demise of Prakriti Lamsal, a third-year B. Tech student from Nepal studying at Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT), has sparked outrage and concern. The young student was found dead in her hostel room on Sunday, allegedly due to suicide. Her tragic passing…
The Maha Kumbh Mela, a revered spiritual gathering in Prayagraj, has drawn millions of devotees seeking divine blessings. However, this year’s event took a tragic turn with a deadly stampede that claimed multiple lives. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee strongly criticized the Uttar Pradesh government, calling the event “Mrityu Kumbh” and accusing it of…
Administrative Action KIIT authorities suspended two senior hostel officials and one senior administrative officer from the International Relations Office (IRO) in connection with the incident. Additionally, two security staff members were terminated. The university set up a 24×7 control room at Campus 6 to facilitate the return of Nepali students and issued a helpline number…
A Budget Under Scrutiny The Odisha Budget for the fiscal year 2025-26 was presented by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi in the State Legislative Assembly, outlining an ambitious plan with an outlay of Rs. 2,90,000 crores. While the government hailed it as a ‘people-friendly, development-oriented’ budget, Leader of Opposition (LoP) Naveen Patnaik was quick to…
The Council of Higher Secondary Education (CHSE), Odisha, has commenced the Plus Two examinations with enhanced security measures to prevent malpractice and ensure a smooth examination process. With over 3.9 lakh students appearing across various streams, the authorities have taken strict precautions to prevent question paper leaks and irregularities. This year, the CHSE has implemented…
India has a new Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) at the helm—Gyanesh Kumar, a seasoned bureaucrat with a distinguished career in public administration. With an extensive background in governance and policy making, Kumar steps into this pivotal role at a crucial juncture, overseeing key elections in the coming years. His tenure is set to run until…
NTPC’s Legacy and Future Ambitions Established in 1975, NTPC (National Thermal Power Corporation) has played a pivotal role in India’s energy sector. Initially focused on coal-based thermal power generation, NTPC has expanded its portfolio to include renewable energy, hydro, and nuclear power. Currently, it stands as India’s largest power producer, with an installed capacity of…
For the first time in 27 years, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has reclaimed power in Delhi, ending the 10-year dominance of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). This historic victory marks a significant shift in the capital’s political landscape, as the saffron party swept the assembly elections, securing 48 seats and toppling Arvind Kejriwal’s AAP…
Understanding Earthquakes and Their Impact Earthquakes are sudden and violent shaking of the ground, often caused by movement in the Earth’s crust. While some tremors are minor, others can cause devastation. The capital of India, Delhi, has frequently experienced tremors due to its geographical location. On Monday at 5:36 AM, residents of Delhi-NCR felt intense…
A Landmark Decision in the Fight Against Terrorism In a major diplomatic victory for India, the United States has approved the extradition of Tahawwur Rana, a key conspirator in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. President Donald Trump announced the decision during a joint press conference with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling Rana “one of…
