Politics
Union Minister Pradhan Urges Fast-Tracking of Chandikhol Strategic Petroleum Reserve
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has written letters to Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi and Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, urging expedited completion of the Chandikhol Strategic Petroleum Reserve project amid West Asia tensions.
World
Karnataka Elephants Become Security Pillars at Bihar's Valmiki Tiger Reserve
Five trained elephants from Karnataka have become essential for patrolling and security at Bihar's Valmiki Tiger Reserve, overcoming language and dietary challenges to protect wildlife and prevent smuggling.
Entertainment
Imran Khan Rejects Macho Roles, Critiques Violent Film Trends
Imran Khan openly rejects hyper-masculine roles in Bollywood, criticizing the trend of violent protagonists. He discusses his comeback film focusing on empathy and responsibility.
Business
Talcher Fertilizer Project Delayed by 4+ Years, Now Set for 2027 Completion
The Rs 13,000-crore Talcher Fertilizers Ltd project in Odisha, crucial for reducing urea imports, is over four years behind schedule due to contractor issues and pandemic delays, now aiming for December 2027 commissioning.
Sports
Lifestyle
Technology
MBA Graduate Arrested in Rs 12.33 Crore Cyber Fraud
Odisha Crime Branch arrests a 36-year-old MBA from Kolkata for involvement in a cybercrime syndicate that duped a Cuttack businessman of Rs 12.33 crore via an online investment scam.
DDoS Attack on Uyghur Post Reported to US Authorities
A large-scale DDoS cyberattack disrupted Uyghur Post, with traffic surging to 185.68 million daily requests. The incident, linked to a Chinese IP, has been reported to FBI and CISA.
Meta, YouTube Found Liable for Harm to Young User in Landmark Verdict
A California jury ruled Meta and YouTube negligent in platform design, linking features like infinite scroll to mental health issues in a 20-year-old user, marking a historic legal shift for tech.
45 Rocky Exoplanets Targeted for Alien Life Search by Astronomers
Astronomers have narrowed the search for extraterrestrial life to 45 rocky exoplanets, selected from over 6,000 worlds based on habitability criteria. This focused list aims to optimize telescope resources for future observation campaigns.
NEET Aspirant's AI Chatbot Obsession Raises Alarm
A Reddit post reveals a 17-year-old's worry about his sister, a NEET aspirant, who spends 9-10 hours daily on AI chatbot apps, showing behavioral changes and neglecting studies, sparking online debate.
