In a significant development in the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, Ukrainian forces claimed the destruction of a Russian military patrol boat in the Black Sea near the Crimean Peninsula. This strategic waterway has become a key battleground in Russia’s two-year invasion of Ukraine, with Ukrainian forces reporting a series of successful attacks on…
Amid escalating tensions over Taiwan and border disputes with India, China has announced a 7.2% increase in its defense budget, reaching a total of 1.67 trillion yuan ($231 billion) for 2024. This move signals Beijing’s intent to bolster its military capabilities amidst regional and international challenges. The surge in defense spending outpaces China’s economic growth…
Elon Musk’s reign as the world’s wealthiest individual has come to an end, with Jeff Bezos reclaiming the top spot for the first time since 2021. The change in fortune occurred as Tesla Inc. shares plummeted 7.2% on Monday, causing Musk’s net worth to dip to $197.7 billion, while Bezos surged ahead with a fortune…
In a touching display of compassion and altruism, the family of eight-year-old Subhrajit Sahu, a resident of Kalpana area in Bhubaneswar, made a profound decision amidst their grief. Subhrajit, who had been receiving medical care at a private hospital in Bhubaneswar following a sudden brain seizure, was declared brain dead by doctors after three days…
In a significant judicial decision, the Orissa High Court has nullified the election of Mohammed Moquim, the Congress MLA representing Cuttack-Barabati constituency. The court’s ruling stemmed from Moquim’s failure to provide comprehensive information in his affidavit, about pending criminal cases against him. Initiated by a petition filed by BJD leader Debashish Samantaray in 2019, the…
In a poignant act of generosity, an 18-year-old from Pattamundai, Kendrapara district, Odisha, has bestowed the gift of life upon two individuals through organ donation, following his untimely demise due to a brain tumor. Om Shibu, son of Ramesh Das, underwent treatment at the SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack after being diagnosed with…
In an exclusive interview with ANI, Bill Gates, renowned philanthropist and co-chair of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, praised India as a global leader in vaccines and highlighted the country’s significant strides in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Gates expressed his optimism about India’s future, emphasizing the remarkable rate of improvement across various…
A tense atmosphere enveloped Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) in Delhi as clashes broke out between members of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) and Left-backed groups, resulting in three students sustaining injuries. The altercation, which occurred on Thursday night, originated from disagreements over the selection of election committee members at the School of Languages. According…
Following complaints of spreading hatred and communal disharmony, the News Broadcasting & Digital Standards Authority (NBDSA), under the leadership of retired Supreme Court judge Justice AK Sikri, has imposed fines on Times Now Navbharat and News18 India, while issuing a warning to Aaj Tak. The regulatory body, responding to complaints lodged by activist Indrajeet Ghorpade,…
Recognizing outstanding contributions to the performing arts, the Sangeet Natak Akademi in New Delhi has bestowed honors upon six distinguished Odia artists for the years 2022 and 2023. Among them, notable vocalist and scholar Sangita Gosain will be honored with the prestigious Sangeet Natak Akademi Award for her remarkable contributions to Odissi music in 2023….
