Vicky Kaushal to Return as Major Vihaan Shergill in Dhurandhar 2 with Extended Cameo

Bhubaneswar: Bollywood actor Vicky Kaushal is set to reprise his popular role of Major Vihaan Shergill in Dhurandhar 2, appearing in an extended cameo that has already sparked excitement among fans. According to recent media reports, the film is set in the 2016 Uri timeline, allowing Kaushal’s character from the acclaimed war drama to be…

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Madras High Court Suggests Australia-Style Social Media Curbs for Children Under 16

Bhubaneswar: The Madras High Court has suggested that the Union government consider introducing an Australia-like legal framework to restrict access to social media platforms for children below the age of 16, citing growing concerns over online safety and exposure to harmful content. The observation was made while hearing a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking stronger…

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PM Modi Cites BJP’s Civic Poll Gains While Launching Kaziranga Elevated Corridor Project

Bhubaneswar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday highlighted the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) strong performance in recent civic body elections while inaugurating the ₹6,957-crore Kaziranga Elevated Corridor project, underscoring what he described as growing public support for the party across states. Referring to Maharashtra’s municipal polls, the Prime Minister said the BJP emerged as the…

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Karnataka Govt Clears International, IPL Matches at Chinnaswamy Stadium

Bhubaneswar: The Karnataka Home Department on Saturday granted permission to the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) to resume hosting international and Indian Premier League (IPL) matches at Bengaluru’s M Chinnaswamy Stadium, marking a significant step toward the venue’s return to high-profile cricket. In a statement, the KSCA said the approval is subject to strict compliance…

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Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi Announces National School of Drama Branch in Keonjhar

Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday announced the establishment of a state branch of the National School of Drama (NSD) in Keonjhar district, a move aimed at strengthening regional theatre education and preserving the state’s rich cultural heritage. The announcement was made during the inauguration of a theatre workshop jointly organised by…

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IPL 2026: Bengaluru Stadium Ruled Unsafe Pending Major Upgrades, RCB to Play Home Games Outside Karnataka

Bhubaneswar: A judicial probe has declared Bengaluru’s premier cricket venue fundamentally unsafe for hosting large-scale events, effectively ruling it out of the IPL 2026 season until extensive safety upgrades are completed. The findings have forced defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to make alternate arrangements for their home fixtures in the upcoming edition of the…

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Hema Malini Dismisses Deol Family Speculation, Calls Bond with Sunny and Bobby ‘Cordial and Warm’

Bhubaneswar: Veteran actor and BJP MP Hema Malini has addressed speculation surrounding the Deol family following the passing of legendary actor Dharmendra, firmly dismissing rumours of discord and emphasising that her relationship with his sons, Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol, remains strong and cordial. In an interview with The Indian Express, Hema Malini said that…

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Patha Utsav Returns to Bhubaneswar on January 18

Bhubaneswar: Bhubaneswar’s popular street festival Patha Utsav is set to return on January 18, 2026, transforming Jagamara New Road into a vibrant, car-free cultural zone from 6.00 am onwards. Organised by the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC), Patha Utsav aims to reclaim public streets as inclusive community spaces, encouraging citizens to come together for culture, creativity…

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Viksit Bharat Young Leaders’ Dialogue 2026: Platform Set for Youth-Led Ideas and Innovation

Bhubaneswar: The stage is set for the second edition of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders’ Dialogue 2026, a national initiative aimed at providing a powerful platform to India’s young change-makers to present their vision and innovative ideas for the country’s development. Building on the momentum of its inaugural edition, the Dialogue will bring together dynamic…

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Amit Shah Inaugurates India’s First National IED Data Management System

Bhubaneswar: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday inaugurated India’s first National IED Data Management System (NIDMS), marking a major milestone in strengthening the country’s counter-IED capabilities and overall internal security framework. Developed by the National Security Guard (NSG), the NIDMS is a secure, national-level digital platform designed to enable the systematic collection, collation, analysis…

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