PM Modi names Chandrayaan-3 touchdown point as ‘Shiv Shakti’

New Delhi, 26/8: The touchdown point of Chandrayaan-3 on the Moon would be named ‘Shiv Shakti’, and that of Chandrayaan-2 would be named ‘Tiranga’, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in his speech at ISRO headquarters in Bengaluru on Saturday. Shiv’ exemplifies the welfare of humanity, and ‘shakti’ enables us to achieve this,” Modi said. He…

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Army says China building infrastructure near Arunachal border

New Delhi, 16/5: The Indian Army’s Eastern command chief on Monday said China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) is engaged in infrastructure capacity enhancement across the international border in Arunachal Pradesh.     General Officer Commanding-in Chief of the Eastern command, Lt Gen R P Kalita, however, said the Indian side is also continuously upgrading its…

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Kerala Guv Arif Mohammed Khan calls for resignations of 9 state university VCs by Monday

Kerala, 23/10: Armed with a recent Supreme Court order quashing appointment of the vice chancellor (VCs) of APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University here for being contrary to UGC regulations, Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan on Sunday sought resignations of VCs of nine varsities in the state. The nine VCs include that of the APJ Abdul…

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“Freedom of Speech has to be in context of society and culture…”: Ashwini Vaishnaw confirms ban on ‘Sarke Chunari’ song

New Delhi, March 18: The Union government has confirmed that the song ‘Sarke Chunariya’ has been banned following widespread criticism over its lyrics and visuals.Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the decision in the Lok Sabha while responding to a question raised by Samajwadi Party MP Anand Bhadouria.Addressing the House, Vaishnaw said…

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Odisha Revenue Dept Ends Doorstep Registrations: Check New Guidelines & Exceptions

Odisha Revenue Department has banned routine land and document registrations outside office premises. Under the new 2026 directives, out-of-office registrations are permitted only for medical emergencies or legal custody, requiring prior approval from the ADM or IGR. Read the full details on the strict new compliance rules under the Indian Registration ActOdisha’s Revenue and Disaster…

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UAE sends missile alert, urges citizens to ‘disregard’ message moments later

Dubai, 26/6: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Friday urged the citizens to disregard a missile alert that suggested an attack on the country earlier. The initial message was sent via phone alert, but was soon followed by another alert saying, “Please ⁠disregard the previous warning,” without ‌providing any further ‌explanation.    

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Odisha Govt reviews Puri Ratha Jatra preparedness, focus on sanitation and public safety

With lakhs of devotees expected to converge on the pilgrim town for the annual Ratha Jatra, the Odisha government has stepped up preparations to ensure smooth civic management, sanitation and public safety during the grand festival.With lakhs of devotees expected to converge on the pilgrim town for the annual Ratha Jatra, the Odisha government’s Housing…

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Chief Minister Mohan Majhi performs ‘Akhi Muthi Anukula’ on Akshaya Tritiya

Cuttack: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has performed the auspicious ‘Akhi Muthi Anukula’ at  ICAR-Central Rice Research Institute (CRRI) in Cuttack on the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya today.Cm Majhi reached the Institute early morning and participated in the ‘Akhi Muthi Anukula’ after doing Puja and yangya. Deputy Chief Minister K.V. Singhdeo was also present at…

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Deputy Chief Minister distributed allowance to new beneficiaries in Khaprakhol, presented two years of success

Patnagarh (Correspondent) The allowance distribution ceremony was held at the Balangir district khaprakhol block conference hall under the chairmanship of BDO Bibekananda Sarangi on Saturday. Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Bardhan Singh Deo attended the event as the chief guest. Balangir Special Development Council Chairman Ballabha Dharua, Patnagarh Deputy District Magistrate Sunil Kumar Meher, Patnagarh Sub-District…

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76th Republic Day Celebrated at KIIT and KISS

Bhubaneswar, Jan 26: KIIT and KISS Deemed-to-be-Universities celebrated 76th Republic Day, with Fabio Azevedo, President of the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB), gracing the occasion as the Chief Guest. The celebration featured a parade by students, which was reviewed by the Founder of KIIT and KISS, Dr. Achyuta Samanta. Addressing the gathering, Dr. Samanta emphasised the…

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