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Trump says Israel, Hezbollah agree to halt fighting; Netanyahu casts doubts on ceasefire claims

Washington DC, 2/6:United States President Donald Trump, in an update shared on his Truth Social handle on Monday said that Israel and the militant group Hezbollah have agreed to stop fighting, stating he had a positive call with both parties. In the post, Trump wrote he had a conversation with Israeli Prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu,…

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Day after attack on Abhishek, only 20 out of 80 MLAs turn up for meet at Mamata’s house

Kolkatta, 1/6:Amid a growing chorus of criticism from within the Trinamool Congress and the recent attack on her nephew Abhishek Banerjee, the latest setback for the party came when during a meeting for the newly elected legislators only 20 out of 80 MLAs turned up. Though the missing number of MLAs raised some eyebrows, the…

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Congress mulls setting coordination committees in a bid to decentralise control

New Delhi, 1/6: Congress is mulling setting up coordination committees in states where the party is in power to ensure that control of the administration is not centralised in one person and there is proper consultation within the party on policy formation and governance.The template is that of the UPA Coordination Committee but this will…

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Tamil Nadu CM Vijay slams DMK, AIADMK, rejects horse-trading charges

Chennai, 1/6: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Monday accused his rival parties DMK and AIADMK of attempting to join hands to form a government to loot people, while rejecting horse-trading charge levelled against him by the opposition parties. Addressing his first rally in Tiruchippalli after becoming the chief minister on May 10,…

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Kashipur -Odisha People in the Kansariguda area are seeing steady progress in the Aditya Alumina Refinery project by Hindalco. Along with the construction work, the company is also supporting nearby villages through activities in health, education, livelihoods, infrastructure, and community development, reaching more than 18,000 people. Locals believe the project will bring good opportunities in the future, especially for jobs and better facilities. Already, more than 1,000 youth from Rayagada and Koraput districts are working in the project through different agencies, giving hope for improved livelihoods and growth in the region. However, despite steady progress, the project has faced intermittent disruptions caused by certain vested interest groups. In an unfortunate incident in the recent past, a group unlawfully entered the construction site and severely assaulted security personnel, leading to injuries and raising serious concerns regarding safety and law and order. Further, there have been instances where workers engaged through reputed contractors such as L&T, ESSAR, and other agencies abruptly resorted to strikes on unfounded grounds, These actions appear to be influenced by some vested corporate interest rather than genuine local concerns. It is important to highlight that the local community has consistently extended strong support to the project, recognizing its potential to transform the region. However, there is growing apprehension among residents that continued interference by outside miscreants may hinder the project’s timely completion and jeopardize their future prospects. Community members have expressed concerns that such disruptions could be driven by competing interests company seeking to stall the project’s progress. They have reiterated their aspiration for peaceful development and have urged all stakeholders to ensure that the project proceeds without further obstruction. Aditya Alumina Refinery remains committed to working in close collaboration with local communities, administration, and all stakeholders to ensure safe, transparent, and timely execution of the project. The company strongly believes that the project will serve as a cornerstone for sustainable growth and inclusive development in the

Kashipur -Odisha People in the Kansariguda area are seeing steady progress in the Aditya Alumina Refinery project by Hindalco. Along with the construction work, the company is also supporting nearby villages through activities in health, education, livelihoods, infrastructure, and community development, reaching more than 18,000 people. Locals believe the project will bring good opportunities in…

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Unprecedented Kal Baisakhi Storms Batter Western Odisha; TPWODL Deploys War-Footing Restoration with Over 7500+ Personnel Across 9 Districts

Burla, 1 June 2026: Western Odisha is facing one of the most severe Kal Baisakhi seasons this year. The frequency and intensity of thunderstorms this year have been far higher than normal, with violent squalls hitting the region almost every evening for the past two weeks. In the last fortnight alone, consumers across Sambalpur, Bargarh,…

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Rayagada Railway Division Becomes Operational, To Oversee Railway Projects Across 1,360 Km

Rayagada, June 1, 2026: In a major push to railway infrastructure and regional development in South Odisha, the newly created Rayagada Railway Division under the East Coast Railway (ECoR) officially became operational from June 1. The division has been formed following the bifurcation of the erstwhile Waltair Division and will function under the East Coast…

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Paradip Port Authority Secures Top Honours at Sagar Aankalan Awards, Emerges as India’s Leading Dry Bulk Cargo Port

Paradip Port Authority (PPA) has achieved a major national distinction by securing top rankings at the prestigious Sagar Aankalan Awards, organized by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways. The achievement reaffirms Paradip Port’s position as one of India’s best-performing ports and highlights its excellence in cargo handling, operational efficiency, and logistics performance. The awards…

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