AstraZeneca, the British pharmaceutical titan, has publicly acknowledged the rare but potentially severe side effects associated with its Covid-19 vaccine, Covishield. · The Telegraph (UK) reported that the vaccine can trigger a condition leading to blood clots and low platelet count, as revealed in court documents. · Covishield, a product of the collaboration between AstraZeneca and Oxford…
As the sun beats down relentlessly, Odisha finds itself in the grip of an intense heat wave, with temperatures soaring to unprecedented heights. · The mercury has surged to a staggering 46 degrees Celsius, marking the highest maximum temperature recorded thus far on Tuesday. · The IMD reports that this is the first time this season that…
The District Ayurvedic and Unani Officer of Haridwar has taken a decisive step by filing a criminal complaint against Divya Pharmacy, and Patanjali Ayurved Limited. · The Uttarakhand licensing authority has suspended the manufacturing licenses of 14 products made by Patanjali’s Divya Pharmacy for repeatedly publishing misleading advertisements about their efficacy. · The Indian Medical Association has…
Karnataka MP Prajwal Revanna, finds himself embroiled in a scandal of immense proportions, shaking the very foundations of Indian politics. · The explosive controversy centers around explicit videos purportedly depicting Revanna engaged in acts of sexual misconduct. · Denying the accusations vehemently, Revanna has asserted that the videos are fabricated and part of a malicious smear campaign…
Political parties in Odisha using ‘Reels’, ‘Shorts’ to tap young voters. · The major political parties- the BJP, BJD and Congress- are now flooding social media platforms with short videos like – Reels & Shorts. · In a departure from traditional campaign methods, these parties are embracing bite-sized video content to deliver their messages effectively and capture…
Several major business conglomerates are vying for the opportunity to develop the proposed international airport in Puri. · Adani Group, renowned for its significant presence in airport operations across various Indian cities, expressed keen interest in spearheading the development of the Puri airport. · The envisioned Sri Jagannath International Airport is slated to have a phase-1 capacity…
Odisha braces for an extended bout of scorching heat until the second week of May, warns the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD). · Despite fervent prayers for relief in the form of thunderstorms, the relentless heatwave shows no sign of abating. · According to IMD scientist, the heatwave is expected to persist from May 3 to May 9,…
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken embarked on a significant diplomatic mission to Beijing. · During the extensive five-and-a-half-hour talks with China’s top diplomat Blinken expressed U.S. concerns regarding China’s assistance to Russia’s defense industry. · This critical dialogue, which encompassed a spectrum of contentious issues ranging from Taiwan and the South China Sea to trade imbalances….
The Bhubaneswar Metro Rail Corporation has initiated the crucial survey work for the transformative Bhubaneswar Metro Railway project. · In a concerted effort encompassing diverse stakeholders, specialized teams comprising members from various authorities and other pertinent entities it undertook a comprehensive survey along the proposed route. · The ambitious 26-kilometer metro railway line, envisaged to seamlessly connect…
Cracking the JEE Main with an impressive 99.997 percentile, Anvesh Subham Pradhan emerges as Odisha’s top performer, showcasing a blend of academic prowess and disciplined lifestyle. A Rising Star in Academia and Beyond Anvesh Subham Pradhan, a student of DAV Chandrasekharpur in Bhubaneswar, has not only clinched the title of Odisha’s JEE Main topper but…
