New Delhi: A heated scene unfolded in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday after Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw tabled the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, triggering noisy protests from the Opposition that forced the House to adjourn within minutes of its introduction. The proposed legislation seeks to bring India’s booming online gaming industry…
Puri: The scenic Chandrabhaga sea beach near the Ramachandi estuary turned into a cause of concern on Monday as thousands of rare Blue Button jellyfish were found washed ashore dead. The unusual sight drew locals and tourists, even as experts voiced alarm over the possible ecological implications. Marine scientists suggest that rising sea surface temperatures,…
Bhubaneswar: In a major infrastructure boost for Odisha, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi today approved the construction of a 6-Lane Access-Controlled Capital Region Ring Road (CRRR) connecting the Bhubaneswar Bypass over a stretch of 110.875 km. The project will be developed on the Hybrid Annuity Mode (HAM)…
Bhubaneswar: The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS), under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India, in collaboration with the Odisha Model Tribal Education Society (OMTES) of the ST & SC Development Department, has launched a four-day Induction-cum-Capacity Building Workshop for hostel wardens of Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) across Odisha. The programme,…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha projected itself as a leading investment destination at the 4th Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) East India Summit 2025, held today at Mumbai. The event, a flagship initiative of CII, aims to unlock the vast economic potential of Eastern India by bringing together policymakers, investors, and industry leaders through state-specific sessions, policy roundtables, and…
Bhubaneswar: Champa Raspeda, daughter of Lachmu Raspeda from Amlibeda village, Korukonda Block, Malkangiri district, has etched her name in history by becoming the first student from the Didayi Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) to crack NEET 2025 and secure admission into Fakir Mohan Medical College & Hospital, Balasore. Belonging to a humble farming family, Champa’s…
Bhubaneswar: In a move aimed at supporting socially impactful cinema, the Odisha government has decided to refund the State GST (SGST) collected on screenings of five films — two Odia and three Hindi — across the state. The reimbursement order, issued by the Finance Department on August 13, covers Odia films DAMaN and Delivery Boy…
Jaipur: In a night of glamour, music, and celebration, Rajasthan’s own Manika Vishwakarma was crowned Miss Universe India 2025, securing her place to represent the country at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Thailand on November 21. The finale, held at Sitapura in Jaipur, brought together 48 contestants from across India, each showcasing talent, elegance,…
Samokov (Bulgaria): Young Indian wrestler Sumit Malik powered his way into the men’s 57kg final at the U20 World Wrestling Championships on Monday, producing a dominant 11-3 win over Moldova’s Ion Bulgaru in the semifinal. The bout saw Malik seize control early with a stepout and a quick takedown to lead 4-0 at the break….
Shymkent (Kazakhstan): India’s Manu Bhaker started her Asian Shooting Championship campaign on a high note, securing a bronze medal in the women’s 10m air pistol event on Tuesday. Bhaker, a two-time Olympic medallist, scored 219.7 in the final to claim third place. China’s Qianke Ma shot an impressive 243.2 to take gold, while South Korea’s…
