Bhartruhari Mahtab, a prominent leader of the BJP from Odisha and a seven-time MP, has been appointed as the Pro Tem Speaker for the 18th parliament session. · This appointment, traditionally for the most senior parliamentarian, sparks controversy, especially in Congress, calling it a ‘mistake’ by the Parliamentary Affairs minister. · Formerly aligned with Naveen Patnaik’s Biju…
Surama Padhy, a leader of the BJP has assumed the prestigious role of the Speaker of the Odisha Assembly for the 17th Assembly term. · Padhy’s nomination for the Speakership sailed through uncontested as no other political party put forward a candidate, affirming her widespread support within the Assembly. · Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi expressed confidence…
Prasanna Patasani, a seasoned five-time MP from Bhubaneswar, has detached ties with the BJD and joined the BJP, expressing discontent with the current trajectory of his former party. · Joined by other dissatisfied BJD leaders and workers from Bhubaneswar’s Jaydev Assembly constituency, Patasani criticized the party’s leadership for neglecting its founding principles and organizational integrity. · Aparajita…
The Odisha Secondary School Teachers’ Association (OSSTA) has intensified its appeal to the newly elected BJP government to extend the current summer vacation for students. · The general secretary of OSSTA emphasized the severity of the heatwave gripping several districts, where temperatures have soared between 38-40 degrees Celsius. · Teachers across Odisha have voiced concerns about infrastructure…
With the recent political shift in Odisha, the BJP has taken the helm after a 24-year rule by the BJD. Chief Minister Mohan Majhi and his team face the enormous task of addressing pressing issues to meet the high expectations of the electorate. From boosting employment and agricultural development to improving healthcare and education, the…
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi led a review meeting to ensure seamless arrangements for the upcoming Rath Yatra and Snana Purnima festivities in Puri. · Key officials present included Law Minister, Chief Secretary, Police DG and other senior administrators. · Discussions focused on strategic measures for peace, security deployments, and preserving traditional rituals. · Chief Secretary Pradeep Jena…
Former Chief Secretary Bijay Kumar Patnaik has unleashed a firestorm of allegations against VK Pandian, a retired political heavyweight associated with the Biju Janata Dal (BJD). · He has leveled serious accusations against Pandian, suggesting widespread corruption, administrative decay, and a climate of fear during Pandian’s influence. · Central to Patnaik’s critique is the 5T initiative, introduced…
Amidst the anticipation surrounding the election of the new Speaker for the Odisha Assembly, Ranendra Pratap Swain steps into the interim role of pro-tem Speaker. · As a distinguished 8-time MLA hailing from the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), Swain’s appointment as pro-tem Speaker underscores his significant contributions to Odisha’s political landscape. · The primary responsibility bestowed upon…
In a landmark achievement, KIIT Deemed to be University, situated in the vibrant city of Bhubaneswar, Odisha, has ascended to the pinnacle of global recognition, securing the prestigious sixth position worldwide and clinching the coveted top spot in India for its exceptional performance in the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) of ‘Reduced Inequalities’. Let’s delve deeper…
In Odisha, the newly formed BJP government, under the leadership of CM Mohan Majhi, comprises two deputy chief ministers and 13 other ministers. · The absence of prominent leaders from the council of ministers of Odisha’s new BJP government has stirred considerable interest. · Notable figures such as Jayanarayan Mishra and Laxman Bag found themselves excluded from…
