Elections in India increasingly revolve around ideology, leadership, and material promises. Having worked closely on political campaigns in several states and observed voter behavior firsthand, I’ve seen how the line between structured welfare and outright giveaways has blurred. From Tamil Nadu to Delhi, what is often framed as empowerment raises a difficult question: where does…
Puri: In the lead-up to the first anniversary of Puri Heritage Walks (PHW), a vibrant school-level competition was organised on Friday at PM Shri Biswambhar Vidyapitha to foster greater interest in local heritage among students. The event, aimed at nurturing curiosity and pride in the region’s rich cultural legacy, saw enthusiastic participation from over 70…
Bhubaneswar: In a unique effort to connect directly with women beneficiaries, Deputy Chief Minister Smt. Pravati Parida today held a virtual interaction with participants of the Subhadra Yojana, referred to as “Subhadra Bhauni”, from various districts across Odisha. The session, held at the Departmental Conference Hall, was organised under the aegis of the Department of…
Bhubaneswar: In a renewed push to eliminate Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) from Odisha, the Department of Health & Family Welfare, in collaboration with the ST & SC Development, Minorities & Backward Classes Welfare Department, has launched a targeted awareness campaign across 47 Ekalavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS). The initiative comes ahead of a Mass Drug Administration…
Bhubaneswar: To support migrant workers and curb distress migration, Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo today inaugurated Odisha’s first Mobile Migrant Resource Centre at Krushi Bhavan, Bhubaneswar. The mobile resource unit, developed through a joint collaboration between the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment, FAO, International Organization for Migration (IOM), and the UN Migrant…
Patna: A relentless spell of heavy rains has plunged large parts of Bihar into a severe flood crisis, with the Ganga River and its tributaries spilling over and inundating dozens of towns and villages. As rising water levels threaten lives and livelihoods, the state government has launched large-scale evacuation efforts amid a worsening humanitarian emergency….
New Delhi: Philippines President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr will arrive in New Delhi on Monday for a five-day state visit focused on enhancing cooperation in defence, trade, and regional security. This marks his first official visit to India since taking office in 2022. President Marcos will be accompanied by First Lady Louise Araneta Marcos and…
Bhubaneswar: A wave of sorrow swept through Bayabari village in Puri district on Sunday morning as the final rites of the Balanga assault victim were performed amid tight security and emotional scenes. The 17-year-old girl, who succumbed to severe burn injuries days after being set ablaze, was buried following collective prayers and traditional Islamic rites….
Bhubaneswar: To empowere women in the workforce, the Odisha government has amended labour regulations to allow women to work night shifts in shops, industries, and commercial establishments—subject to specific safety guidelines and employee consent. The Labour Department issued a notification outlining the revised provisions under the Odisha Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1956. The amendment…
Bhubaneswar: Renowned former bureaucrat and cultural enthusiast Subas Pani, whose career bridged high-level administration and deep-rooted artistic engagement, passed away at the age of 76 at his residence in Bhubaneswar on Sunday. A former Chief Secretary of Odisha and a distinguished Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer, Pani is survived by his wife and two daughters….
