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West Bengal man arrested in Rs 12.33 Crore online investment fraud case .

Cuttack: The Cyber Crime Police Station of Odisha Crime Branch has successfully arrested one accused person in connection with a high-value online investment fraud case involving a fake trading platform.In this case, the complainant was contacted on July 31, 2025 through WhatsApp by unknown cyber fraudsters, who lured him to join a group posing as stock…

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All-party meet on West Asia crisis begins

New Delhi, 25/3: The all-party meeting convened by the government to discuss the ongoing West Asia crisis began here Wednesday evening. All Union ministers part of the Cabinet Committee on Security — Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman — are representing the government.Health…

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Drones Fly Again Over Srimandir During Rathna Bhandar Counting, Security Concerns Raised

Two drones flew over the Jagannath Temple in Puri on March 25, raising serious questions about security during the sensitive Rathna Bhandar counting process.The incident occurred at 5:23 pm when the drones hovered around the Nilachakra and circled the temple premises.Witnesses reported the drone’s movement near the sacred structure, sparking immediate concern among devotees and…

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Allahabad HC grants anticipatory bail to Swami Avimukteshwaranand in POCSO case

Prayagraj, 25/3: The Allahabad High Court on Wednesday granted anticipatory bail to Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati and his disciple Mukundanand Brahmachari in a case registered against them under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act. The order was passed by Justice Jitendra Kumar Sinha on the anticipatory bail applications moved by the seer and his…

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“Don’t believe in rumors’: Centre reiterates no shortage anywhere, asks public not to resort tyo panic buying

New Delhi, 25/3: Amid concerns over availability of petrol and diesel, the government on Wednesday assured that there is no shortage of crude oil, and petrol pumps across the country are functioning normally. We have sufficient inventory of crude oil available, meaning there is an adequate quantity in stock. Our refineries are also operating at…

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Month-long ceasefire to no nuke: Donald Trump sends 15-point peace plan to Iran to end West Asia crisis

Tehran, 25/3: Amid ongoing efforts to end the Iran war, US President Donald Trump said Washington was making progress in the talks and had secured a significant deal with Tehran. According to Reuters, the United States has shared a 15-point proposal with Iran. The report, citing The New York Times, said that Washington’s 15-point plan…

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Preparations End As Historic Ratna Bhandar Inventory Set To Begin Today After 48 Years

Bhubaneswar: The much-awaited inventory of the Ratna Bhandar (treasury) of the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri is set to commence today, marking the first such exercise in nearly 48 years. All preparations have been completed under tight security to document and verify the priceless gems, gold and silver ornaments, and other valuables belonging to Lord Jagannath,…

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Odisha Assembly Adjourned Till 11:30 AM Amid Protests Over SCB Hospital Fire Tragedy

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Assembly was adjourned till 11:30 am today amid protests over the SCB hospital fire tragedy that claimed 13 lives.As soon as Assembly proceedings commenced, BJD MLAs, wearing black t-shirts reading ‘weak Chief Minister’, demanded Health Minister Mukesh Mahaling’s resignation, alleging the state government’s inaction against him.Opposition members shouted slogans and staged a…

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