In the third phase of the Assembly elections, 86 MLA candidates, out of the 383 contesting across 42 Assembly seats, have serious criminal charges against them. · Among these candidates, four stand accused in murder cases, signaling a worrisome trend of criminality entrenched within the political sphere. · Equally concerning is the economic disparity among candidates, with…
After a brief respite, Odisha is gearing up to face another bout of sweltering heatwave conditions, as predicted by the IMD regional center. · With temperatures expected to surge by 3 to 5 degrees Celsius, the state is preparing for a prolonged period of scorching weather until May 21st. · This resurgence of heatwave conditions isn’t confined…
At the Cannes Film Festival, the annual extravaganza of cinematic brilliance and celebrity glamour, one name stands out amidst the sea of stars – Jitendra Mishra, the internationally acclaimed filmmaker hailing from Odisha. · Mishra has graced the red carpet of the Cannes adorned in the resplendent attire of Sambalpuri textiles, showcasing the timeless elegance and…
BJD’s MLA candidates in various areas, faced stiff opposition from local residents during their campaign. · Villagers accused them of neglecting development and failing to fulfill promises made in the 2019 election. · In Rairakhol, the BJD’s Assembly candidate, Prasanna Acharya, faced a barrage of questions during his campaign regarding the efficacy of developmental endeavors undertaken during…
In a tragic incident a person was killed and three others sustained critical injuries in an alleged clash between BJD and BJP workers in Ganjam. · The incident unfolded at a village where BJD workers purportedly launched a deadly assault on BJP supporters while they were erecting party banners as part of their election campaign. · According…
As the second phase of polls in Odisha approaches, the BJP is intensifying its campaign efforts, leaving no stone unturned to criticize the BJD and CM Naveen Patnaik. Union Home Minister Amit Shah joined the fray, taking aim at the BJD supremo and CM Naveen Patnaik during a massive public gathering in Sorada, Ganjam district,…
In a fervent escalation of the BJD’s campaign for the upcoming elections in Odisha, Naveen Patnaik spearheaded a series of poll rallies, unleashing a blistering attack on opposition parties, particularly the BJP. · Kicking off his campaign in Rourkela, Patnaik intensified his assault on the opposition, accusing them of peddling lies and insincere gestures towards the…
Authorities seized Rs 4 lakh in cash and 1.57 kg of gold, concealed in 11 packets, from two vehicles at a toll plaza near Jaleswar. · A joint operation conducted by the GST team and Jaleswar police led to the confiscation of gold valued at Rs 1 crore along with the cash from the intercepted vehicles….
The first phase of Lok Sabha and Assembly elections in Odisha concluded peacefully, the state recorded a voter turnout of 73.97 percent in the first phase. · Ahead of the second phase polling on May 20, the BJP on Tuesday claimed that the party has performed well in the first phase and is optimistic of winning…
In the high-stakes political battleground of Odisha, where the upcoming elections loom large, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is leaving no stone unturned in its quest for power. With the dynamic duo of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah leading the charge, the BJP is gearing up for an electrifying campaign…
