Vishal Kumar
Social Activist Shovana Mohanty to Lead Odisha’s State Commission for Women.
Noted social activist Shovana Mohanty has been appointed the new chairperson of the Odisha State Commission for Women by the state's new BJP government. The move signals a shift in leadership and strategy for addressing women's rights in India.
Jindal Sports Hostel Athlete Sweta Rani Receives Commendation from CM Majhi
BHUBANESWAR, India – Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi recently commended javelin thrower Sweta Rani, an athlete from the Jindal Sports Hostel, for her ...
Satyapal Malik, Last Governor of Jammu & Kashmir State, Passes Away at 79
the last governor of the former state of Jammu & Kashmir who presided over the revocation of Article 370, has died at 79. He later became a prominent critic of the government he once served
Violence Breaks Out at SVM College as Election Fate Hangs in Balance
in Odisha following a disputed student election, leading to injuries, arrests, and the indefinite closure of the campus. The incident highlights the volatile link between student groups and mainstream political parties in India.
Crackdown on Campus Crime: STF Raids Target Drug Sellers in Bhubaneswar
Authorities in Bhubaneswar, India, are escalating a Crackdown on Campus Crime, with Special Task Force STF raids targeting drug sellers near schools. A recent operation resulted in a major seizure of brown sugar, underscoring a persistent fight against narcotics.
Bhubaneswar Unit-1 Market to Convert Organic Waste into Electricity with New Biogas Facility
Bhubaneswar has launched a new biogas facility to convert 10 tons of daily market refuse into clean energy. The Bhubaneswar organic waste to electricity project aims to reduce landfill burden, generate power for the community, and create bio-fertilizer.
Millet Distribution Fraud Exposed in Koraput, Tribal Beneficiaries Left Empty-Handed
An investigation in India's Koraput district has uncovered a large-scale millet distribution fraud, where subsidized grains meant for vulnerable tribal communities were diverted. The scandal exposes critical vulnerabilities in the public distribution system and threatens regional food security.
Wild Elephants Roam Sundargarh Villages, Causing Panic and Crop Damage
SUNDARGARH, India – Herds of wild elephants in Sundargarh have moved into human settlements, triggering widespread panic, destroying vast tracts of ready-to-harvest crops, and ...
DWP Confirms 12 Extra Payments on Top of Universal Credit This August: What You Need to Know
In August 2025, the DWP confirmed twelve extra Cost of Living payments totaling £450 on top of regular Universal Credit. These payments, spread through the month, aim to help families cope with rising costs. This article breaks down who is eligible, when payments happen, and how to manage your benefits effectively.
Bhubaneswar CBI Team Nabs Fugitive Director from Tamil Nadu for Rightmax Chit Fund Scam
The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested fugitive director G. Sivakumar from Tamil Nadu in the multi-crore Rightmax Chit Fund Scam. The arrest, following a years-long search, marks a key development in a case involving a company that allegedly defrauded thousands of investors with illegal financial schemes across multiple states.