Odisha DGP confirms peaceful Independence day, highlights success in Anti-Maoist operations
"In the Maoist-affected areas, there has been no report of any Maoist activity during Independence Day celebrations," DGP Sarangi stated in a press briefing.
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World Tribal Day celebrations at Sankha Bhawan in Bhubaneswar
World Tribal Day is being celebrated at Sankha Bhawan in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, with former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik gracing the event.
Monsoon rains lash Maharashtra and Karnataka as heat wave looms over Northwest India
The monsoon has progressed into parts of the central Arabian Sea, south Maharashtra, Telangana, south Chhattisgarh, south Odisha, and Coastal Andhra Pradesh as of June 8. It is expected to continue its advance into more parts of Maharashtra, including Mumbai, and Telangana within the next 2-3 days.
Heatwave to ease gradually in North India over next 2-3 days: IMD
The IMD noted maximum temperatures were 3-6°C above normal over many parts of Northwest India and in isolated pockets of Central and East India.
High voter turnout and political tensions mark West Bengal elections
Earlier today, reports emerged that members of the governing All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) allegedly blocked the vehicle of Agnimitra Paul, a candidate from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), in the Medinipur constituency.
Voter turnout for 5th phase of General Elections reaches 60.09%
West Bengal recorded the highest turnout at 74.65%, showcasing a significant voter engagement. Ladakh followed with 69.62%, indicating robust participation in the region. Odisha reported a turnout of 67.59%, while Jharkhand saw 63.07% of its electorate casting their votes. Uttar Pradesh, a critical state in the elections, registered a 57.79% turnout.
High voter turnout marked in Phase 4 of General Elections 2024: Odisha and West Bengal in the lead
Phase 4 of General Elections 2024 witnesses a notable 69.16% voter turnout, with Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and West Bengal showing high participation. Gender-wise, 69.58% of male, 68.73% of female, and 34.23% of third-gender voters cast their ballots.
PM Modi targets BJD’s 25-year rule, alleges failure to lift Odisha from poverty
The Prime Minister alleged that there is widespread public anger against BJD's leadership due to the lack of development. "There's anger against BJD leaders among people in Odisha," he claimed.
CBI conducts massive searches across 10 states in app-based investment fraud case
The multi-state searches were conducted in Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka as part of an ongoing investigation into the investment fraud racket.
DRDO’s dual missile tests propel India’s defence capabilities
Scheduled for late February or early March, the missile launch will take place from the Junput coast near Digha, a location facilitated by the West Bengal government, which has provided the necessary land for constructing the launchpad.