Bangkok, 26/7: India on Friday advised its citizens in Thailand to exercise caution and avoid travelling to seven provinces in view of the situation arising out of the clashes between Thai and Cambodian troops over a disputed border. The Indian embassy in the Thai capital urged all Indian travellers to check updates from authorities in…
In a major step toward strengthening its operational readiness amid evolving security challenges, the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has initiated intensive joint training exercises with the Indian Army. This marks a significant move to make the Force “battle-ready” against unconventional and hybrid threats. A Distinct Vision of “Battle Ready” CISF’s battle- hardiness refers to…
Bengaluru, 26/7: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has echoed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s allegations of large-scale electoral misconduct by the BJP, accusing the ruling party at the Centre of manipulating voter lists and undermining democratic institutions, including the Election Commission of India. In an interview with PTI Videos, Siddaramaiah said Rahul Gandhi was telling the truth…
Patna, 26/7: Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Saturday announced an increase in the pension of retired journalists under the ‘Bihar Patrakar Samman’; scheme by Rs 9,000 per month Now, all eligible retired journalists, registered with the Bihar government, will receive Rs 15,000 per month instead of the earlier monthly emolument of Rs 6,000. The decision…
India’s rising geopolitical influence, strategic partnerships, global diaspora, and soft power are key factors which amplify its international presence: Dr. P.K. Mishra Timely completion, access to low-cost finance, and leveraging private sector capabilities are key to lowering tariffs and improving feasibility of nuclear projects: Dr. P.K. Mishra Dr. P. K. Mishra, Principal Secretary to the…
CBI Court, Bengaluru, on 25.07.2025, has convicted and sentenced Lalit Bazad, then Enforcement Officer of Enforcement Directorate, working in Bengaluru Directorate (on deputation from Central Goods & Services Tax & Central Excise, Chennai) to three years Imprisonment with a fine of Rs. 5.5 lakh for having demanded and accepted Rs. 5 lakhs as illegal gratification…
Bhubaneswar, :In a significant move towards ensuring planned and inclusive urban development, a high-level meeting on the Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP) for Baripada town was convened today at Lok Seva Bhawan, Bhubaneswar. The meeting was chaired by Dr. Krushna Chandra Mahapatra, Hon’ble Minister, Housing & Urban Development Department, Government of Odisha. Setting the tone for…
Bhubaneswar: TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL), a joint venture of Tata Power and the Government of Odisha, has received the prestigious CSR TIMES Award at the 12th National CSR Summit 2025 held in New Delhi. The award recognises TPCODL’s flagship initiative Samriddhi, under “Anokha Dhaaga”, which focuses on empowering women through skill development and…
Malkangiri, AO correspondent 25/07: The state-level fact-finding team of the BJD party visited Malkangiri on Friday. They investigated the truth of the gang-rape case and met the victim at the hospital and discussed it. A fact-finding team of the BJD party visited Malkangiri to review the truth of the gang-rape case of a minor girl…
JAGATSINGHPUR Jul 25. An alleged minor girl sexual exploitation incident has been reported in Kujanga police limits, based on an FIR lodged by the victim girl’s father. Police have arrested two persons and forwarded them to court on Friday. Meanwhile, the victim girl is undergoing medical examination at the district headquarters hospital here. After completion…
