Indian Grandmaster Nihal Sarin triumphs at Tata Steel Chess India Rapid, defeating legend Vishwanathan Anand in final blitz tiebreak. He dedicates emotional victory to his late maternal grandfather.
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami launched a new SOP for cold wave management, highlighting drone surveillance, GIS mapping, and public responsibility for disaster readiness.
Himachal Pradesh has waited 10 months for a ₹9,000 crore disaster relief package from the Centre. Learn about the state's struggle and the impact on recovery efforts.
Himachal Pradesh residents face hardship as central disaster relief funds, promised after 2023 monsoon devastation, remain delayed. Learn about the state's struggle for recovery.
Odisha government approves 7 major industrial projects worth Rs 55,783 crore, set to create over 14,500 jobs. Key investments in steel, semiconductors, and rare earths. Discover the details.
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi launches Godabarish Mishra Adarsh Primary School scheme, laying foundation for 118 schools. A Rs 12,000 crore initiative aims to build 2,200 model primary schools. Read more.
Tragic flash floods and landslides triggered by heavy rain hit Indonesia's North Sulawesi, killing at least 14 people. Rescue teams search for 4 missing. Details on the disaster and response.
Family of Dipu Chandra Das, lynched in Bangladesh, reveals his promotion at work was the real trigger, not blasphemy. Over 20 arrested as investigation continues. #Justice #Bangladesh
Odisha government finalizes the Bhubaneswar-Cuttack-Puri-Paradip Economic Region (BCPPER) plan, a key pillar for Viksit Odisha 2036. The corridor aims to boost the state's economy to $1.5 trillion by 2047. Read more.
Odisha government greenlights 55 new hotel & resort projects worth Rs 3,211 crore since July 2024, adding 3,800+ rooms. Major brands like Hyatt & Marriott to expand in Bhubaneswar, Puri & tribal areas.
Two workers died in an illegal mine blast at an unauthorised stone quarry in Dhenkanal, Odisha. Authorities fear more may be trapped. Rescue ops ongoing. #Odisha #MiningTragedy
Bangladesh's RAB arrests three suspects in the killing of Hindu businessman Khokon Das, who was robbed, stabbed, and set on fire. The case raises concerns over minority safety.
A massive rock collapse at a stone quarry in Odisha's Dhenkanal district has left several workers dead. Rescue operations are ongoing. Read the latest updates.
A massive rock collapse at a stone quarry in Odisha's Dhenkanal district has trapped several workers. Rescue teams are on site. Details on casualties and cause awaited.
A massive explosion at a stone quarry in Odisha's Dhenkanal district has claimed 11 lives and left many injured. Details on the rescue operation and ongoing investigation.
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi intervenes, asks OPSC to fill 151 additional vacancies in state civil services for 2025 exam after job aspirants' resentment. Details inside.
The NCC announces a major initiative to train 100,000 cadets for disaster response and sets up drone training hubs. A strategic move to bolster India's resilience.
Kanpur dispatches 32 volunteers for 12-day disaster management training under the Aapda Mitra scheme. They will become first responders, equipped with emergency kits. Read more about this community resilience initiative.
Ashwini Vaishnaw's exam quip at Cabinet briefing, RAF outside EC office, and Raghav Chadha's gig worker strike support mark a busy political day in Delhi. Get the full details here.
I&B Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw joked about passing exams with chits at a Cabinet briefing. Meanwhile, TMC members questioned RAF deployment during their EC visit. Read the full Delhi Confidential.
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi's 2025 focused on jobs, ports & Rs 16 lakh crore investments. See how his admin balanced ambition with course-correction. Read the full analysis.
Sambhal administration deploys RRF, police, and drones near Shahi Jama Masjid ahead of clearing illegal encroachments. The move follows a year after violence claimed four lives. Read for details.
Indonesia mourns 67 victims of Sumatra floods, cancelling national New Year fireworks. Heavy rains triggered landslides, displacing thousands. Read about the disaster response and national mourning.
The Central Government has sanctioned Rs 601.92 crore for Himachal Pradesh for monsoon damage recovery. Former CM Jai Ram Thakur shares details of the PDNA-based assistance. Read more.
Goutham Krishna H, a 15-year-old International Master from Trivandrum, defeated elite grandmasters like Radjabov and Aravindh on Day 1 of the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz in Doha, scoring 4/5. Read his inspiring story.
Odisha's Mukhyamantri Bus Seva Yojana offers free bus travel to 15 lakh school students from April 2025. Learn about eligibility, application, and benefits.
Odisha's Baraputra Aitihya Gram Yojana will develop 25 birthplaces of freedom fighters & reformers into heritage museums with a ₹345 crore budget, boosting cultural tourism & local livelihoods.
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation deploys a Rapid Electrical Action Force (REAF) with three specialized vehicles to swiftly address street light complaints across the city. Learn about the new initiative.
Odisha's Deputy CM Pravati Parida virtually inaugurated 491 new Anganwadi centres, a key step in the state's mission to empower women and children. Discover the government's vision for a robust early childhood ecosystem.
Odisha govt rolls out new policies to accelerate the Bhubaneswar–Cuttack–Puri–Paradip Economic Region (BCPPER), projected to contribute 33% of state GSDP by 2047. Read details on the mega development plan.