New Delhi, 30/7: The Supreme Court on Thursday underscored the critical need for the Election Commission’s independence, questioning Parliament’s decision to keep the Chief Justice of India out of the selection panel for appointing the Chief Election Commissioners. Observing that the Chief Election Commissioner holds one of the most important constitutional offices in a democracy,…
New Delhi, 30/7: Delhi Police will not take any adverse legal action against people who participated in the Cockroach Janta Party-led protest here but this protection will not be available to those with criminal antecedents, the Delhi government said on Thursday.The Delhi government’s Home Department said if any arrests or detentions are already made, the…
Mumbai, Jul 30: One of India’s most celebrated playback singers, Sonu Nigam, celebrates his birthday today. Renowned for his melodious voice, remarkable versatility, and emotional depth, Sonu has entertained music lovers for over two decades with countless chart-topping songs across multiple Indian languages.From lending his voice to Bollywood superstars like Shah Rukh Khan and Salman…
A tense situation unfolded in Sunamunda village under Debagada police limits when a youth allegedly brandished an illegal handmade firearm, prompting swift police action and arrest.According to the police report, Raghunatha Naik (41) of Sunamunda lodged a complaint stating that around 6 PM on July 29, Rohit Behera (25) of the same village arrived at his house armed with…
Bhubaneswar: The Mahanadi water dispute between Odisha and neighbouring Chhattisgarh is likely to be resolved in next three months.This was revealed by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi after a tripartite meeting with his Chhattisgarh counterpart Vishnu Deo Sai and Union Jal Shakti Minister CR Patil in New Delhi on Thursday.“Both Odisha and Chhattisgarh have agreed…
Bhubaneswar, 30/7: In a major move toward modernizing the state’s power transmission grid and making it more reliable and efficient, Odisha Power Transmission Corporation Limited (OPTCL) has taken another significant step. Today, at the Kharavel Bhavan premises, Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment and Energy, Shri Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo,…
Bhubaneswar, July 30: In the wake of the worsening flood situation, the Khordha district administration has issued a series of emergency measures to strengthen disaster preparedness and ensure a swift response across the district.Khordha Collector and District Magistrate, Amrit Ruturaj, on Thursday directed all government officials and employees to remain stationed at their respective headquarters…
Kataka: In a significant anti-corruption development, Odisha Vigilance has secured the conviction of one ex-ASI of Police of Jenapur Police Station in Jajpur district, who is at present posed as ASI of Police, Athagada Police Station in Kataka district in a bribery case.Amiya Kumar Behera, the ex-ASI of Police of Jenapur Police Station was charge…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s flood situation remained under close government monitoring on Thursday, with Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari conducting an aerial survey of the worst-affected districts even as authorities said rainfall had subsided and river levels were showing signs of receding.Accompanied by Additional Chief Secretary of the Revenue and Disaster Management Department Dr. Arabinda…
Continuous rainfall in Rayagada district has led to a tragic incident in Baghdangari village under Ambadola police limits, where a 26‑year‑old woman, Rukuni Bachha, lost her life after a mud wall collapsed early Thursday morning.According to reports, Rukuni, wife of Sanurjya Bachha, was returning home after completing her morning chores when an old, rain‑weakened wall suddenly caved in, burying her…
