The DRDO has marked a significant leap forward with the successful flight-testing of the Indigenous Technology Cruise Missile (ITCM). · Launched from the ITR in Chandipur, off the coast of Odisha, this test signifies a remarkable advancement in India’s missile technology capabilities. · During the meticulously orchestrated test, every subsystem of the ITCM performed flawlessly, surpassing predetermined…
Orange Alert for Extreme Heatwave · Affected Districts: Mayurbhanj, Angul, Nayagarh, Khurda, Cuttack. · Daytime temperatures are expected to soar above 40°C in numerous areas. · Immediate Precautions Advised · Temperature Records Broken as Bhubaneswar, the state capital, registered a scorching temperature of 43.6°C, marking the highest recorded temperature of the season. · In response to the heatwave forecast, the…
Arranging water pots to address the water woes of the birds and also feeding them might seem like an absurd waste of time, money and energy for youths of the present generation. · Subhranshu Satpathy is an exception. · Subhranshu, an alumnus of Tata Institute of Social Sciences and a volunteer of the UN Environment Programme, distributes…
Vice Admiral Dinesh Tripathi has been appointed as the next Chief, marking a pivotal moment in the nation’s maritime leadership. · Currently serving as the Vice Chief of Navy Staff, his journey to the apex of naval command has been marked by a series of significant achievements and pivotal assignments. · A product of the esteemed Sainik…
In a seismic development that reverberated across law enforcement agencies, the unravelling of Canada’s most monumental gold heist at Toronto’s bustling Pearson International Airport last year culminated in the apprehension of six individuals, with at least two of Indian origin among them. Peel Regional Police (PRP) disclosed the arrests and divulged the issuance of warrants…
A former Congress MLA from Odisha’s Aul constituency (2014-2019), sold a portion of his ancestral land to finance his daughter’s campaign. · Facing a financial crunch aggravated by the freeze on party accounts by the Income Tax department, Sharma made this tough decision. · Expressing dismay over the lack of financial support from the Congress party, Sharma…
AIIMS Bhubaneswar witnessed a remarkable feat as doctors undertook a complex surgery to save the life of a premature newborn. · The child struggled to feed and experienced alarming symptoms, including vomiting, prompting a desperate search for solutions by the medical team at AIIMS. · After exhaustive assessments and diagnostic tests, specialists discovered a critical anomaly—a missing…
Yoga guru Ramdev and his aide Balkrishna were in the SC today as it hears the contempt case against Patanjali Ayurved in connection with its misleading ads. · Acknowledging Ramdev and Balkrishna’s substantial contributions to the realm of yoga, the bench emphasized the significance of their role. · However, the court didn’t shy away from scrutinizing their…
Today’s dawn heralds the commencement of the revered Rukuna Rath Yatra, a cherished tradition at the heart of Bhubaneswar, Odisha. In the colorful mosaic of Odisha’s festivals, chariot-pulling ceremonies occupy a cherished place, eagerly awaited by devotees from far and wide. Among these, the Rukuna Ratha Yatra of the Lingaraja Temple holds a preeminent position,…
In a world where the connection between humanity and nature is increasingly strained, the village of Jhurimal in Sundergarh emerges as a shining example of environmental stewardship and community resilience. Nestled amidst the verdant landscapes of Odisha, this picturesque village has embarked on a remarkable endeavour—’Sanjeevani Vatika’, a sanctuary dedicated to the revival of ancient…
