BJD Lashes Out at BJP Government: Industry  Migration is Not Pride, But BJP’s Incompetence, Says BJD Leader

Bhubaneswar, 24.03: BJD has launched a scathing attack on the BJP government. BJD leaders have stated that the migration of industries to other states is not a matter of pride (Asmita) but rather reflects BJP’s incompetence. Senior leaders Atanu Sabyasachi Nayak and Sharada Jena said in a press meet that the double engine government was supposed to deliver double benefits, […]

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Supreme Court Rules: Conversion to Religion Other Than Hinduism, Buddhism, or Sikhism Results in Loss of Scheduled Caste Status

New Delhi, March 24, 2026 The Supreme Court of India ruled on March 24, 2026, that individuals who convert from Hinduism, Sikhism, or Buddhism to any other religion, including Christianity, immediately lose their Scheduled Caste (SC) status. A bench of Justices Prashant Kumar Mishra and NV Anjaria, upholding an order of the Andhra Pradesh High […]

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Ratna Bhandar Jewellery Inventory Process to Commence in Puri

Puri: Following the counting of jewellery and ornaments in the Ratna Bhandar (Treasury) of the Shri Jagannath Temple, the inventory will be cross-verified against the 1978 list. Along with the cross-verification, all items will be weighed. Gemologists will identify the names of the ornaments; however, no monetary valuation will be carried out. In a strictly sanctified […]

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Conflicting Reports: Trump Claims Diplomatic Breakthrough While Iran Denies Negotiations

WASHINGTON / TEHRAN — A diplomatic disconnect has emerged between the United States and Iran following conflicting statements regarding potential peace talks and the postponement of military action. While Donald Trump reported significant progress in bilateral discussions, Iranian state media has flatly denied that any communication took place. Trump Announces Strike Postponement In a series of […]

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The Secret of Effortless Longevity: 10 Habits of the “Accidentally Fit”

We all know someone in their 70s who moves with the grace and vigor of someone decades younger. When asked about their fitness routine, they usually shrug. They don’t own a gym membership, they don’t track their steps on a smartwatch, and they certainly don’t follow “influencer” diets. Psychological research suggests these individuals aren’t just […]

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The Implosion Within: Is the BJD’s ‘Conch’ Heading Towards a Historic Split?

The Biju Janata Dal (BJD), which once stood as an impregnable fortress in Odisha’s political landscape, is currently witnessing an unprecedented internal upheaval. The recent suspension of six young MLAs on charges of cross-voting during the Rajya Sabha elections is not merely a disciplinary act; it is the manifestation of a deep-seated, volcanic resentment that […]

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“I Can’t Tolerate My Father’s Insult” : Barabati MLA Souvic Biswal Rebels Against Naveen Patnaik Following Suspension

Bhubaneswar: In a dramatic escalation of the internal turmoil within the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), Barabati-Cuttack MLA Souvic Biswal has launched a scathing attack on party president Naveen Patnaik. Following his suspension from the party for cross-voting in the Rajya Sabha elections, Biswal broke his silence, framing his rebellion not as a political shift, but as […]

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PM Modi Chairs High-Level Meeting to Review Energy Security Amidst Escalating Middle East Crisis

New Delhi: Against the backdrop of the intensifying conflict in the Middle East, Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level review meeting to assess India’s preparedness and the potential impact on critical sectors. The discussions primarily focused on safeguarding the supply chains for petroleum, crude oil, gas, electricity, and fertilizers. The meeting saw the participation of […]

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CM Mohan Majhi Launches Projects Worth ₹2,612 Crore on World Water Day; Calls for a “Water Secure” Odisha

Bhubaneswar: Celebrating the spirit of conservation on World Water Day 2026, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi launched a massive suite of developmental projects worth ₹2,612 crore. During the state-level function held at the Lok Seva Bhawan Convention Centre, the Chief Minister laid the foundation stones for 17 projects valued at ₹2,292 crore and inaugurated 124 completed […]

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Sofia Firdous May Exit Congress to Lead Father’s Odisha Janata Congress After Term Ends

Cuttack: The political landscape in Cuttack is undergoing a swift transformation. While discussions surrounding the Congress party intensify, former MLA Mohammad Mokim has dropped a significant hint. Cuttack-Barabati MLA Sofia Firdous, his daughter, may soon exit the Congress to helm the Odisha Janata Congress (OJC), the party founded by her father. Mokim revealed that as […]

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