Bhubaneswar: A new global study across 50 countries has confirmed what many of us have quietly sensed: social media activity is declining, and it is the young—once the driving force behind the digital revolution—who are walking away first. Out of a massive sample of 250 million users, researchers found a 10% drop in active participation….
Bhubaneswar: A major independent study conducted across 50 countries has revealed a significant drop in global social media activity—an unexpected reversal driven largely by the very demographic that once powered the digital boom. Out of a sample size of 250 million users, researchers found that overall engagement has declined by nearly 10%, signalling what analysts…
Kolkata, 27 November 2025: On November 22, 2025, the historic Vidya Mandir Auditorium became the epicentre of a vital conversation on heritage and futurity, as the Department of Interior Designing, JD Birla Institute successfully hosted its World Heritage Week Celebration under the resonant theme, “Custodians of Tomorrow.” This gathering was not merely a celebration but…
Bhubaneswar: In one of the largest data-purification drives undertaken to date, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has deactivated more than 2 crore Aadhaar numbers belonging to deceased individuals. The move, confirmed by the Ministry of Electronics & IT, is aimed at strengthening the integrity of the national identity system and preventing fraud linked…
Bhubaneswar: Two simultaneous weather systems forming over the Bay of Bengal have intensified the possibility of a rare winter cyclone, with meteorologists closely monitoring the evolving disturbance expected to influence parts of southern Odisha later this week. According to Manorama Mohanty, Director of the Bhubaneswar Meteorological Centre,“The system is likely to intensify into a depression…
Bhubaneswar: In a tragic incident on Friday, an Indian Air Force Tejas fighter aircraft crashed during a performance at the Dubai Air Show, leading to the death of Wing Commander Namansh Syal, the pilot on board. Hailing from Himachal Pradesh, Wing Commander Sayd was a highly skilled officer and among the select few entrusted with…
Bhubaneswar: In a dramatic turn inside the Bigg Boss 19 house, senior contestant and Bollywood veteran Kunickaa Sadanand was unexpectedly evicted on Sunday, sending shockwaves across the show’s fanbase. Known as the strongest and oldest contestant of the season, her exit comes barely two weeks before the grand finale. The eviction unfolded during a high-voltage…
Bhubaneswar: In a dramatic geopolitical development, the G20 nations have formally adopted the Johannesburg Declaration, choosing to move ahead without former U.S. President Donald Trump, who skipped the summit and attempted to influence proceedings from outside. The summit, held in South Africa, saw no impact from Trump’s pressure tactics, marking a major setback for the…
Bhubaneswar: Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Monday initiated the large-scale eviction process at Salia Sahi, the city’s largest slum cluster, triggering intense public anger and widespread protests from residents. The operation, carried out under heavy security, has raised serious concerns about displacement, rehabilitation, and administrative sensitivity. According to locals, the eviction began without the authorities…
Bhubaneswar: After years of anticipation, The Family Man Season 3 finally arrives on Amazon Prime Video, bringing back Manoj Bajpayee as the ever-conflicted intelligence officer Srikant Tiwari. Created by Raj & DK, the new season attempts to blend political realism, regional complexities, and fast-paced thriller elements — this time shifting its focus to insurgency and…