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Bhubaneswar: Odisha has been put on high alert with the first post-monsoon cyclone brewing over the Bay of Bengal (BoB) region. According to Bhubaneswar Meteorological Centre director Manorama Mohanty, the deep depression over southeast Bay of Bengal is expected to turn into a cyclone soon and may intensify further into a severe cyclonic storm by October 28. It is very likely to cross Andhra Pradesh coast between Machilipatnam and Kalingapatnam around Kakinada during evening/night of October 2 ...Read More >
New Delhi: Direct flights between India and China have resumed after more than four years, marking a thaw in relations between the two neighbours. "Direct flights between China and India are now a reality," Yu Jing, spokesperson of the Chinese Embassy in India posted on X on Sunday. The first flight from Kolkata to Guangzhou took off during the day and operations in the Shanghai-New Delhi route will begin on November 9, with three flights every week. Direct flights were first suspended betwee ...Read More >
Bijapur: Maoists have hacked to death two villagers, including the brother of a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan, in a remote village in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district. The Pamed area committee of the South Bastar division of the banned Communist Party of India (Maoist) is known to have claimed responsibility for the murders. In the past, the Maoists would conduct a "janata adalat" or "people's court" before punishing someone with death, but no such public meeting was conducted this t ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: A 24-year-old NEET aspirant from Odisha was found dead in his hostel room at Rajiv Gandhi Nagar in Rajasthan's Kota around noon on Saturday. Hailing from Abhayapur under Jarada police limits in Ganjam district, Roshan Kumar Patro had moved to Kota four months ago for NEET coaching, accompanied by his cousin. He lived in room 407 on the fourth floor of the hostel, while his cousin stayed on the fifth floor. According to sources, Roshan and his friends studied late into the night on ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: In a tragedy beyond words, 20 passengers travelling in a luxury bus from Hyderabad to Bengaluru were charred to death when the vehicle caught fire in Andhra Pradesh's Kurnool on Friday morning. Among those who lost their lives was an Odisha youth. He has been identified as Kengua Deepak Kumar, a software engineer from Ambadala village, under Muniguda block in Rayagada district. According to reports, Deepak was employed as a software engineer in Bengaluru, and was returning from H ...Read More >
Mumbai: After a dramatic week on 'Bigg Boss 19', host Salman Khan returned on the 'Weekend Ka Vaar' episode to school the unruly contestants and clear misunderstandings. In the latest promo shared by the makers, Salman is seen defending Tanya Mittal and lashing out at Mridul Tiwari for misleading the housemates against her. Slamming Mridul, Salman stated that his false narrative turned the entire house against Tanya. Pointing out that Tanya was only trying to explain things to him for his goo ...Read More >
Mumbai: Veteran actor and comedian Satish Shah passed away at the age of 74 on Saturday due to kidney failure. Two years ago, in an exclusive interview with CNN-News18, the actor had spoken about growing old but said he was not in a hurry to die. Satish, who had taken a sabbatical from acting, had also said that he will soon rejuvenate himself and make a fresh start. "I've stopped performing in public now, I mean in movies and otherwise. I have taken, you could say, a sabbatical, and it has b ...Read More >
Kurnool: Fresh evidence in Friday's Andhra Pradesh bus tragedy that claimed 20 lives points to the role of two sloshed youths who left their motorcycle on the middle of the road for reasons unknown. CCTV footage from a BPCL petrol pump, about three km from the accident site shows two youths getting their Pulsar bike refuelled. The two then leave the pump and the video footage shows the bike being ridden in a reckless manner. The police now say that the two then abandoned the bike on the highwa ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: With the possible cyclone Montha set to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday predicted rainfall of varied intensity in several parts of Odisha in the next few days. As per a special bulletin issued by the IMC, the depression over the Bay of Bengal lies about 1030 km south-southeast of Gopalpur. The system is likely to move west-north-westwards and become a deep depression by Sunday, and further intensify into a cyclonic storm ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: In a significant forecast, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday presented a clear picture about the probable place where the cyclone Montha brewing over the Bay may make landfall. In its latest update, the IMD stated that the depression over southeast Bay of Bengal moved nearly westwards with a speed of seven kmph during past three hours and lay centred over the same region. The system was about 440 km west-southwest of Port Blair (Andaman &Nicobar Islands), 970 k ...Read More >
New Delhi: The United States intelligence community was certain that India and Pakistan would go to war after the 2001 Parliament attack, former CIA officer John Kiriakou has said, recalling tense days in Islamabad when American diplomats were told to prepare for the worst. In an interview, Kiriakou, who served as the CIA's counter-terrorism chief in Pakistan, said that after the December 2001 terror strike in New Delhi, the US "was sure" that a war between the two nuclear-armed neighbours was ...Read More >
Puri: A 16-year-old girl was allegedly raped by her two distant relatives at a village in Chandanpur area of Odisha's Puri district. The incident took place under the jurisdiction of Chandanapur police station on the night of October 22, when Kali Puja idol immersion procession was underway in the locality, police said. Distant relatives (a brother and uncle), who are staying in the same village as the victim, entered the house of the girl when she was alone and committed the crime. Based on ...Read More >
New Delhi: Indian authorities say they are making all efforts to trace a man from Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh in a purported video who claims to be in trouble in Saudi Arabia. The video has now gone viral on social media. It shows the man saying that he is being held against his will in the Gulf nation. "Embassy has been trying to locate the person. No further action can be taken as the video does not contain any details about the location/province in Saudi Arabia, or contact number or employer ...Read More >
Mumbai: Following the nomination task this week, former 'Bigg Boss' contestant Hina Khan took to her X handle to slam the makers of the show for pre-deciding the nominations. Calling the task "fixed", Hina stated that the reality show has "lost its charm." "If fixed nominations had a FACE. Sabse pehle kisko bheja to open the box decides everything," the actress wrote. "Aur haan box number choose karne ke baad kya peeche se tasveerein badli jaa rahi thi... humein kya pata. Janta jaan na chahti ...Read More >
Mumbai: After facing backlash for wearing a hijab, Deepika Padukone is now being seen trolling hubby Ranveer Singh for his unshaved beard in the new Abu Dhabi Tourism ad. The celebrity couple, brand ambassadors of Abu Dhabi Tourism, opted for roleplay as they get ready for a dinner date on their wedding anniversary. When Ranveer arrives for dinner, Deepika, who is already waiting at the restaurant, fondly calls him, "Bond...." and then adds, "who forgot to shave", leaving him in splits. Ranve ...Read More >
New Delhi: Congress MP Imran Masood has denied that he compared freedom fighter Bhagat Singh to the Palestinian militant group Hamas. In an interview with PTI, the lawmaker from UP's Saharanpur said the BJP was putting words in his mouth, and that he didn't draw any comparison between Bhagat Singh and the Hamas. However, during a discussion on the unexpected attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, Masood did insist on drawing a parallel between Bhagat Singh and Hamas. Masood stirred a controvers ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Police is taking concrete steps to strengthen its Integrated Anti-Human Trafficking Units (IAHTUs) by enhancing manpower and using new technology to combat human trafficking in the state. This was stated by Director General of Police (DGP) Y B Khurania after inaugurating a state-level conference on human trafficking in Bhubaneswar on Friday. Speaking at the event attended by officers of police, labour and other departments working against human trafficking, the DGP said ...Read More >
Mumbai: Bollywood musician and composer Sachin Sanghvi was arrested on alleged sexual assault charges on Friday and then released on bail. Part of the music duo Sachin-Jigar, his arrest followed a complaint by a 29-year-old woman. Sanghvi is known for his hit songs in 'Stree 2', 'Bhediya', Param Sundari and the recently released "Thamma". The complainant claimed that he sexually assaulted her after initially contacting her in February 2024. She alleged that she came in contact with the singer ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: A legal team of 44 lawyers will defend Berhampur and Ganjam BJD president Bikram Panda in the brutal murder of senior advocate and BJP leader Pitabas Panda. According to sources, the ex-MLA's legal team will also represent his associates, corporator Malay Bishoi and Madan Dalai, in court. The three BJD leaders are currently in jail custody after being denied bail by the SDJM court here. Although Vakalatnamas have been submitted, the lawyers are planning to file for bail at the Dist ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: Odisha's mangrove restoration efforts have earned international recognition with a documentary series, hosted by United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Goodwill Ambassador and actor Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, best known for his role as Jaime Lannister in the TV series Game of Thrones. The mangrove restoration story, highlighting community-driven climate action, featured in the second season of Bloomberg Originals' 'An Optimist's Guide to the Planet'. The new season, which premier ...Read More >
Dehradun: A probe has been ordered after a man alleged that his 26-year-old wife died nine months after childbirth as doctors left a bandage inside her abdomen. Officials confirmed on Wednesday that a committee, headed by the chief medical officer of Dehradun Manoj Sharma, will probe the death of Jyoti Pal at a private hospital in the city. In his complaint, Prajjwal Pal has claimed that Jyoti delivered a son via cesarean section at the Eye and Mother Care Centre in January this year. He alleg ...Read More >
Mumbai: Filmmaker Karan Johar, who recently appeared as a guest on the talk show 'Too Much With Kajol And Twinkle', left eyes rolling by stating that he lost his virginity at 26 with a member of Janhvi Kapoor's family. In the recent episode of the chat show, actress Janhvi Kapoor was also invited as a guest along with Karan. During a game segment 'truth or lie', Janhvi challenged Karan to reveal something scandalous. "Tell us one scandalous truth about yourself and make up one lie, and we'll ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: Former Berhampur MLA and present BJD Ganjam district president Bikram Panda and former BeMC Mayor Siba Sankar Dash are among the 12 arrested in connection with the sensational murder of senior advocate and BJP leader Pitabas Panda. According to Berhampur SP Saravana Vivek M, the duo plotted to eliminate Pitabas Panda over political, personal and financial reasons. They roped in BJD corporator Malaya Bisoi and party leader Madan Dalei to execute the plan, who in turn contacted Uma B ...Read More >
Namsai (Arunachal Pradesh): A member of the banned United Liberation Front of Assam - Independent (Ulfa-I) was killed in an encounter with the Army and Assam Rifles in the Namsai district of Arunachal Pradesh on the intervening night of October 21/22. He is suspected to be one of those involved in a major attack on an Army camp in Assam's Kakopathar on October 17 during which three soldiers received minor injuries. The militants had attacked the Army camp around midnight from a moving vehicle, ...Read More >
New Delhi: A senior member of Indian National Congress, Shama Mohamed, has launched a blistering public attack on Gautam Gambhir -- accusing him and the team management of excluding Sarfaraz Khan from the upcoming India "A" squad for reasons tied to his surname. Her comments come ahead of the tour by South Africa A to India and the main series between India national cricket team and South Africa national cricket team in 2025. Mohamed questioned whether Sarfaraz's non-selection for the 15-man "A ...Read More >
New Delhi: A routine flight to Los Angeles turned into an emergency diversion after a communication breakdown in the cabin sparked fears of a hijacking. The aircraft -- operating call-sign 6469 for SkyWest Airlines -- departed from Eppley Airfield in Omaha, Nebraska on the evening of Monday, October 20, bound for Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Shortly after take-off, the cockpit crew realised they had lost contact with the cabin crew via the aircraft's inter-phone system. At the same ...Read More >
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday thanked US President Donald Trump for his Diwali greetings and a phone call extending festive wishes. In his message, Modi emphasised the enduring strength of India-U.S. ties and hoped that both democracies would continue to "illuminate the world with hope." The PM reiterated India's unwavering commitment to combating terrorism and fostering international cooperation. In a message on X, PM Modi stated: "Thank you, President Trump, for your phon ...Read More >
Berhampur: Further intensifying the probe into the murder of senior lawyer and BJP leader Pitabas Panda in Odisha's Berhampur, police have reportedly picked up former MLA Bikram Panda for questioning in connection with the sensational case. As per sources, a police team, led by Berhampur Superintendent of Police (SP) Saravana Vivek M visited the residence Bikram Panda, who is also BJD's Ganjam district president, late at night and took him into custody for interrogation. Sources said a police ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: A thick blanket of smog engulfed Bhubaneswar following Diwali celebrations as the air quality levels plummeted last evening, reducing visibility to 500 metres by 9.30 pm. The air quality in the city plunged into the "severe" category, with the average Air Quality Index (AQI) touching 657 at 7 pm. According to CPCB, the AQI in the state capital was at a 'satisfactory' 54 at 4 pm. Areas like Rasulgarh, Baramunda and Patia were covered with firecracker smoke and rising particulates, ...Read More >
New Delhi: World leaders extended their greetings to the Hindu community on one of its biggest festivals on Monday. US president Donald Trump, British prime minister Keir Starmer and Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu were among those who extended warm wishes on Diwali. "Today, I send my best wishes to every American celebrating Diwali-the 'Festival of Lights'. For many Americans, Diwali is a timeless reminder of light's victory over darkness. It is also a time to bring families and frie ...Read More >
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