New Delhi: The Supreme Court will hear on Thursday a batch of petitions challenging the University Grants Commission (Promotion of Equity in Higher Education Institutions) Regulations, 2026.As per the cause list published on the website of the apex court, a bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi will take…
Gold and silver prices have witnessed a sharp and unprecedented surge, leaving buyers shocked and concerned across the country including in Odisha The steep rise in rates has made purchasing precious metals increasingly difficult, with prices jumping dramatically within a short span.Rs 10,000 Hike In One DayAccording to market data, gold prices surged by nearly Rs 10,000 in a…
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Tuesday announced the conclusion of the long-awaited India–European Union free trade agreement (FTA), describing it as a historic milestone for bilateral relations. The leaders on both sides have referred to the pact as the “mother of all deals” due to its scale, economic significance, and far-reaching impact.The…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hailed the recently signed India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) as a milestone that empowers the shared commitment of both sides towards democracy and the rule of law, while complementing India’s existing agreements with the United Kingdom and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA).“Just yesterday, a massive agreement…
Britain’s King Charles III has written to President Droupadi Murmu, conveying his and Queen Camilla’s warm greetings to the government and people of India on the occasion of the country’s 77th Republic Day UK monarch lauds enduring India-UK partnership and Commonwealth valuesIn his letter to President Murmu, the King praised the enduring partnership between India…
New Delhi: On the occasion of the 77th Republic Day, the state of Odisha showcased its transformative journey from its agrarian heritage to innovation-driven growth. The tableau aimed to present a compelling narrative of Atmanirbhar Bharat under the theme ‘Soil to Silicon: Rooted in Tradition, Rising with Innovation.’Echoing the central theme, the tableau’s front section highlighted…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended warm greetings to citizens across the country on the occasion of the 77th Republic Day, urging people to strengthen their collective resolve towards building a Viksit Bharat—a developed, self-reliant, and inclusive India. In his Republic Day message, the Prime Minister described the occasion as a moment of pride…
Ten Indian Army personnel died, and seven others sustained injuries after their vehicle skidded off the Bhaderwah-Chamba interstate road and plunged into a deep gorge in Doda district on Thursday. The accident occurred at Khanni Top when the bulletproof Army vehicle, carrying 17 soldiers, was heading toward a high-altitude post. Officials said the driver lost…
New Delhi: Panic briefly erupted at Terminal 3 of the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi today, after the security team reported the recovery of what appeared to be a “human skeleton.” The incident triggered an immediate check by airport security and the Delhi Police.Police officials said the preliminary examination revealed the skeleton to be a…
Chhattisgarh: Atleast six workers were killed and over five sustained injuries in a blast reported at a steel factory in Chhattisgarh’s Balodabazar-Bhatapara district.The blast occurred at Real Ispat & Power Ltd located in Bakulahi village of Bhatapara, when a coal furnace suddenly exploded and at the time of the incident, a group of workers was carrying…
