BJP supports reservation for backward students in Odisha’s professional colleges
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Army officer ‘torture’: Odisha Police revokes suspension order of four personnel
Bhadrak eyes GI tag for famed Odisha sweetmeat
Bhadrak: The district administration of Odisha's Bhadrak has initiated measures to secure a Geographical Indication (GI) tag for ‘Palua Ladu', a traditional sweetmeat known for its distinct flavour and artisanal preparation. The move comes following a directive from District Collector...
Odisha Congress in-charge accuses BJP of hiding failures, shielding those who disrespect army
Odisha extends UG admission application deadline, introduces 11.25% SEBC quota
Bhubaneswar: The Higher Education Department of Odisha has extended the deadline for submitting the online Common Application Form (CAF) for admission into undergraduate courses under the Student Academic Management System (SAMS) for the 2025–26 academic session. According to the official notification, the availability of the online Common Application Form (CAF)...
Read moreMurshidabad violence: HC-appointed panel says police were inactive at some places
Kolkata: A report by a committee set up by the Calcutta High Court for identification and rehabilitation of victims of anti-Waqf protests-related violence in West Bengal's Murshidabad district said that the local police were "inactive and absent" during the incidents at Dhulian April 11. It also mentioned that a local councillor directed the attacks at Dhulian town in Murshidabad. The report, submitted to the high court by the three-member committee, stated...
Read more‘Field Marshal who hid in bunker’: Netizens roast Asim Munir over his promotion
New Delhi: In what is being described as Pakistan's most ambitious promotional stunt, General Asim Munir has now been elevated to the rank of Field Marshal -- the highest military title in Pakistan, previously held only by Ayub Khan, who famously lost the 1965 war against India. And if history is any guide, this may be less of a promotion and more of a jinx. As one X user said, "He...
Read moreProfessor from Ashoka University sent to 14-day judicial custody
New Delhi: Ashoka University professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad Tuesday was sent to 14-day judicial custody by a Haryana court in connection with FIRs registered against him for his allegedly objectionable remarks on Operation Sindoor. The police had sought an extension of his remand by seven days, but on our objection, the court refused the plea and sent him to judicial custody for 14 days," said a lawyer representing Mahmudabad. On Monday,...
Read morePakistan govt promotes Army Chief General Asim Munir as Field Marshal
Islamabad: Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir was Tuesday promoted as the Field Marshal for "successfully" leading the armed forces in the recent conflict with India, state-run TV reported. The decision was taken at a Cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The state-run PTV reported that the cabinet took the important decision to “promote General Asim Munir as Field Marshal” of the country. The decision was taken for his...
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Murshidabad violence: HC-appointed panel says police were inactive at some places
Kolkata: A report by a committee set up by the Calcutta High Court for identification and rehabilitation of victims of anti-Waqf protests-related violence in West Bengal's Murshidabad district said that the local police were "inactive and absent" during the incidents at Dhulian April 11. It also mentioned that a local councillor directed the attacks at Dhulian town...
‘Field Marshal who hid in bunker’: Netizens roast Asim Munir over his promotion
New Delhi: In what is being described as Pakistan's most ambitious promotional stunt, General Asim Munir has now been elevated to the rank of Field Marshal -- the highest military title in Pakistan, previously held only by Ayub Khan, who famously lost the 1965 war against India. And if history is any guide, this may be less...
Professor from Ashoka University sent to 14-day judicial custody
New Delhi: Ashoka University professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad Tuesday was sent to 14-day judicial custody by a Haryana court in connection with FIRs registered against him for his allegedly objectionable remarks on Operation Sindoor. The police had sought an extension of his remand by seven days, but on our objection, the court refused the plea and sent...
UK suspends Israel trade talks, announces West Bank settler sanctions
London: The British government says it is suspending free trade negotiations with Israel and has levelled new sanctions targeting West Bank settlements as it criticises Israel's military actions in Gaza. Tuesday's actions came a day after the UK, France and Canada condemned Israel's handling of the war in Gaza and its actions in the occupied West Bank....
ITR-U notified: Taxpayers can now file updated returns for up to 4 years
New Delhi: The Income Tax department has notified ITR-U which will allow taxpayers to file updated returns for 4 years from the end of relevant assessment year (AY). The Finance Act, 2025, had extended the time period for filing updated returns (ITR-U) to 48 months from 24 months from the end of relevant AY. For ITR-U filed...
IPL 2025: Rajasthan Royals opt to bowl against CSK
New Delhi: Rajasthan Royals skipper Sanju Samson won the toss and opted to bowl against Chennai Super Kings in their Indian Premier League match here Tuesday. The Teams: Chennai Super Kings: MS Dhoni (c, wk), Ayush Mhatre, Devon Conway, Urvil Patel, Ravindra Jadeja, Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, R Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, Anshul Kamboj, Khaleel Ahmed. Rajasthan Royals:...
Modi on red carpet! Ruchi Gujjar’s Cannes look sparks buzz
The Cannes 2025 red carpet had its share of glamour, but it was emerging Indian actress Ruchi Gujjar who stole the spotlight by turning her fashion moment into a bold political statement. Dressed in a handcrafted ensemble by designer Roopa Sharmaa, complete with mirror work, zardozi embroidery, and a Bandhani dupatta from Zaribari’s Ram, Ruchi exuded royal...
Watch viral video: ‘God of Bees’? Man tucks bees into his t-shirt
Imagine you are in a dense forest and spot a massive beehive high up in a tree. Thousands of angry bees guard their colony, ready to attack any outsider who dares to come close. But then, a man appears, wearing nothing but simple gloves, no mask, no protective gear. He walks straight up to the hive, and...
Pakistan govt promotes Army Chief General Asim Munir as Field Marshal
Islamabad: Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir was Tuesday promoted as the Field Marshal for "successfully" leading the armed forces in the recent conflict with India, state-run TV reported. The decision was taken at a Cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The state-run PTV reported that the cabinet took the important decision to “promote General...
Key infra sectors’ growth slows to eight-month low of 0.5% in April
New Delhi: The output of eight key infrastructure sectors slowed down to an eight-month low of 0.5 per cent in April, as against 6.9 per cent growth registered a year ago, according to official data released Tuesday. In March, output of these sectors grew by 4.6 per cent. During the month under review, production of crude oil,...