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…
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,…
BJP’s national President JP Nadda and Congress stalwart Rahul Gandhi, prepare to descend upon the state, heralding a flurry of campaign activities, on April 28. · Nadda’s itinerary unfolds with a public gathering scheduled in Berhampur and in Nabarangpur thereafter. · Rahul Gandhi’s foray into Odisha’s political arena symbolizes the Congress’s concerted bid to reinvigorate its electoral…
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…
As the democratic process unfolds in Odisha, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued a crucial notification for the second phase of voting scheduled on May 20, 2024. Here are the key details regarding the upcoming electoral exercise in the state: Overview of Electoral Phases in Odisha The first phase of voting in Odisha…
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…
Balasore Police have apprehended a fraudster accused of duping numerous job seekers out of more than Rs 2 crore by peddling false promises of employment opportunities. · According to police he purportedly solicited Rs 3 lakh from each of his victims, totalling over 50 individuals, under the guise of securing positions in banks and various government…
