New Delhi: In a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan today, President Droupadi Murmu conferred the prestigious Bharat Ratna upon esteemed individuals who have left an indelible mark on the nation’s history and legacy. For the first time, this year five prominent personalities have been conferred with the prestigious Bharat Ratna award posthumously. P. V. Narasimha…
Bhubaneswar: In a surprising turn of events, Ollywood actor-turned-politician Akash Dasnayak has announced his resignation from the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), marking another high-profile exit from the regional party. Dasnayak, a prominent face in Odisha’s entertainment industry and a former MLA from Korei, tendered his resignation letter to the BJD supremo, Naveen Patnaik, citing a…
Bhubaneswar: In a major setback for the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), General Secretary Priyadarshi Mishra has announced his departure from the party after a three-decade stint, marking a pivotal moment in Odisha’s political landscape. What’s more, Mishra wasted no time in joining the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) immediately after tendering his resignation from the BJD….
Bengaluru: In a power-packed display of batting prowess, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) secured a comfortable victory against Royal Challengers Bangaluru (RCB) in Match 10 of TATA IPL 2024 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Guided by stellar performances from Venkatesh Iyer and Sunil Narine, KKR chased down RCB’s target of 183 with ease, marking their second…
New Delhi: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar emphasized India’s steadfast commitment to democracy and the rule of law, asserting that no individual or group can compromise the nation’s robust judicial system. Speaking at the 70th Founders’ Day celebrations of the Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA) in New Delhi, Dhankhar reiterated that India’s democracy is unique…
Bhubaneswar: Amidst the backdrop of gender disparities, the latest India Employment Report-2024, jointly released by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) and the Institute of Human Development (IHD), illuminates both the advancements and persisting challenges faced by women in India’s labour market. Women around the world, particularly in developing nations like India, have grappled with systemic…
New Delhi: The Indian Women’s League (IWL) 2023-24 season concluded with Odisha FC emerging as the dominant force, as announced by the All India Football Federation. Odisha FC clinched the championship title, securing a prize of Rs 10 lakh for their stellar performance throughout the season. Additionally, the team bagged several individual awards, further solidifying…
New Delhi: The India Employment Report-2024, jointly released by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) and the Institute of Human Development (IHD), has shed light on concerning trends in youth unemployment, particularly among individuals with higher levels of education. According to the report, the unemployment rate among youths with a graduate degree or higher witnessed a…
Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather advisory indicating the likelihood of hot and humid weather prevailing over several districts of Odisha for the next 4-5 days. In its evening bulletin, the IMD highlighted the prevailing dry conditions across major parts of the state coupled with high solar insolation, leading to a…
New Delhi: Ensuring fair and transparent elections, the cVIGIL app launched by the Election Commission of India (ECI) has emerged as a powerful tool for citizens to report election code violations. Since the announcement of the General Elections 2024, the app has received over 79,000 complaints, underscoring its effectiveness in empowering citizens to uphold electoral…
