Bhubaneswar: More than 10,000 Anganwadi workers from across Odisha staged a massive demonstration on Monday at Lower PMG, near the State Assembly, pressing for fulfilment of their 11-point charter of demands, including a hike in their monthly remuneration to Rs 18,000. The protest, organised by the All Odisha Anganwadi Ladies Workers’ Association, created heavy traffic…
Bhubaneswar: Air travel across India and parts of West Asia faced major disruptions on Monday and Tuesday after a massive ash cloud from Ethiopia’s Hayli Gubbi volcano drifted across the Red Sea and entered the Indian airspace, particularly over the Himalayan region. The volcano—dormant for nearly 12,000 years—erupted suddenly, sending a towering plume of ash…
Bhubaneswar: In a major crackdown on illegal roadside parking, the Commissionerate Police of Bhubaneswar–Cuttack on Monday issued a sweeping new order prohibiting vehicle parking along several important stretches of the capital city. The directive aims to decongest busy corridors, improve traffic flow, and enhance commuter safety. The order, issued by Commissioner of Police S. Dev…
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: In a striking display of collective resolve, G20 nations pressed ahead with the Johannesburg Summit and issued a joint declaration despite intense external pressure from former U.S. President Donald Trump. The gathering—held in South Africa and notably skipped by Trump—marked a critical turning point, showing that the world’s leading economies are willing to chart…
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: Actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan made headlines on Saturday after delivering a powerful speech at the Sri Sathya Sai Baba Birth Centenary Year celebrations, an event attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar, and several Union ministers. The gathering, held at Prasanthi Nilayam, witnessed a series of cultural and spiritual programs marking…
Bhubaneswar: The eagerly awaited T10 Lawyers Cricket League, which will seamlessly combine the nation’s most beloved sport with the intellectual and noble profession of all time, is set to become a groundbreaking feature on the 2025 sporting calendar. This league is a vibrant, well-known effort that aims to promote professional cooperation, sportsmanship, and unity throughout…
Bhubaneswar: Nitish Kumar has taken oath as the Chief Minister of Bihar once again, marking his record breaking tenth term. The ceremony, though solemn in intent, briefly slipped into the viral space when Prime Minister Narendra Modi was seen wiping his face with a towel — an image that social media amplified instantly. But beyond…
Kolkata, 17th November 2025: Pradip Chopra, Chairman of iLEAD, delivered a captivating one-hour online lecture on “Ethics is Good Business” to students of Capital University’s management institute in Columbus, Ohio. The virtual session emphasized the importance of ethics and fair dealing in building a strong brand reputation and goodwill in the market. During the lecture, Mr….