Poll panel woos voters with messages on gas cylinders, bamboo hand fans
Sgarh man arrested for killing relative
Fake video: FIR on 2023Odisha case
OMFED joins bid to boost voter turnout in capital city
Invitation letters to new voters
20 crorepatis in poll fray in Ganjam, Gajapati
Hemants sister aims to turn the tables in Odishas ST seat
Modi to canvass in Berhampur next week
Nuapada, Khariar grapple with fluoride content in potable water
Association formed, flat owners can now define rights over property
1 held for circulating royals morphed image
Couple adopts baby given up by mom
BJP state unit targets BJD over farmers issues
Candidates shake a leg, conduct roadshows before filing nomination
At 45 Celsius, Balangir town hottest in state
Odisha polls: A renowned doctor is BJPs prescription for success in Cuttack-Barabati seat
Though he has friends and admirers across political parties, Dr. Mohapatra has chosen the BJP in order to align with a national party
Shibus daughter to fight from Odisha
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SRH vs RR, IPL 2024: Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Rajasthan Royals by 1 run in last-ball thriller
Bhuvneshwar Kumar defended 13 off the last over as Sunrisers Hyderabad pulled off a thrilling one-run win over table-toppers Rajasthan Royals in Match 50 of the TATA IPL 2024 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. Bhuvneshwar had set the tone with the crucial wickets of Jos Buttler and Sanju Samson in the first [] The post SRH vs RR, IPL 2024: Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Rajasthan Royals by 1 run in last-ball thriller appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
ECI Orders Transfer of Sujata Karthikeyan From Mission Shakti Dept After BJPs Complaint
Bhubaneswar: The Election Commission of India (ECI) Thursday ordered the transfer of Sujata R. Karthikeyan, IAS, wife of powerful BJD leader V.K. Pandian, from the post of Secretary to the Mission Shakti Department of Odisha. According to reports in the national media, Ms Karthikeyan, Commissioner cum Secretary, Department of Mission Shakti, has been ordered to [] The post ECI Orders Transfer of Sujata Karthikeyan From Mission Shakti Dept After BJPs Complaint appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
EC transfers IAS officer Sujata Karthikeyan, wife of BJD leader Pandian, after BJP complaint
NEW DELHI/BHUBANESWAR: The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Thursday ordered the transfer of commissioner-cum-secretary of Mission Shakti department Sujata Karthikeyan to a non-public dealing department with immediate effect. Sujata is the wife of 5T chairman and BJD leader VK Pandian , who is a close aide of Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik. Sources in the ECI confirmed to The New Indian Express that the action was taken following a complaint regarding an alleged misuse of public office and authority by the officer. Earlier in the day, the BJP had moved the poll panel accusing Sujata of misusing her position to influence voters through the Systematic Voters' Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) programme for electoral gains of BJD. In its complaint, the BJP alleged the Mission Shakti department was being misused by the ruling dispensation to influence voters to vote for BJD in the simultaneous Lok Sabha and Assembly elections. As part of its charter of duty, the department promotes various women self-help groups (SHGs) and provides gainful activities to its members by providing credit, market linkage and other financial benefits, with a budget running into thousands of crores. The functionaries of the department have been compelling and coercing these SHGs with the threat of stopping the government's financial benefits, thus making them propagate and influence the voters. This is a brazen violation of the model code of conduct under the garb of SVEEP for reaching out to a wider population with its messages of voter awareness and education, the complaint read. It would have been fair and proper for her to understand the implications of her being the wife of Pandian and she should have proceeded on leave and disassociated herself from the public dealing duty during the elections. However, she is actively participating in the elections as a front person of the BJD in a manner which has been unheard of earlier, the complaint from the BJP read. A delegation led by Union Minister Rajeev Chandershekhar, Rajya Sabha member Sudhanshu Trivedi and senior party leader Om Pathak met the poll panel, demanding immediate action to ensure free, fair and transparent elections. Sujata could not be contacted for a comment. For Pandian, by Pandian, against Pandian is the story of 2024 Odisha polls
Odisha: 10 workers injured, some of them critically, in black furnace blast
Bhubaneswar: At least 10 workers suffered severe burn injuries in an explosion in a furnace of a steel plant at Rugudi in Keonjhar on Thursday evening. As per reports, all the injured workers are from different states and were engaged temporarily by a contractor firm. Like any other day, hundreds of workers were working when the furnace above them exploded and sparks of fire fell like rain covering an area of 50 meters radius. Hearing the explosion sound, workers started running helter-skelter. However, 10 labourers came under the fire sparks. All the injured labourers were rushed to the Keonjhar District Headquarters Hospital (DHH). Of them, four were stated to be critical.
Ex-VLW Gets 3-Yr Jail for Embezzling Govt Funds in Nayagarh
Bhubaneswar: Krushna Chandra Kanhar, the former Village Level Worker (VLW) and Executive Officer of Padmabati Gram Panchayat under Bhapur Block of Nayagarh district was arrested today from his residence. The arrest was made on the strength of a non-bailable warrant (NBW) issued by the 2nd Additional Special Judge, Vigilance, Bhubaneswar. Kanhar, along with two other [] The post Ex-VLW Gets 3-Yr Jail for Embezzling Govt Funds in Nayagarh appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Iran Imposes Sanctions on US, UK Officials for Israels Support
Iran issued sanctions on several American and British individuals and entities for supporting Israel in its war against the Palestinian group Hamas on Thursday. The Iran foreign ministry has informed about the sanctions in a released statement. In the statement, Irans sanctions have targeted seven Americans, including General Bryan P. Fenton, commander of the US [] The post Iran Imposes Sanctions on US, UK Officials for Israels Support appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Hyderabad: Sunrisers Hyderbad pulled off a nervy one-run win over Rajasthan Royals in their Indian Premier League match here Thursday. Nitish Reddy (76 not out) and Travis Head (58) scored half centuries to help Sunrisers Hyderabad post 201/3 after opting to bat. In reply, Riyan Parag (77) and opener Yashasvi Jaiswal (67) stitched a 133-run []
VK Pandian's Wife Transferred On Alleged Misuse Of Public Office: Report
The Election Commission on Thursday ordered the immediate transfer of senior Odisha bureaucrat Sujata R Kartikeyan to a non-public dealing department following complaints of alleged misuse of public office, sources said.
Engineered Narrative, Bengal Governor reacts to molestation charge
Kolkata: Hours after a temporary female staff at the Raj Bhavan filed a written complaint with the police accusing West Bengal Governor CV Bose of outraging her modesty, the latter denied the charges Thursday night, calling the accusation an attempt to gain electoral benefits. Truth shall triumph. I refuse to be cowed down by engineered []
Odisha BJP moves EC against IPS officer over alleged MCC violation
Bhubaneswar: The BJP Thursday lodged a complaint to the Election Commission against a senior IPS officer, alleging that the police officer violated the model code of conduct (MCC) and demanding his transfer outside Odisha. A delegation of state BJP leaders submitted a petition before the Odisha chief electoral officer and complained that IPS officer Ashish []
Social Media Cell blocks292 offensive poll posts
Bhubaneswar: The social media monitoring cell of the Odisha Police has blocked 292 offensive posts related to the general elections 2024. These posts were posted by supporters of various political parties and other groups on social media platforms like YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and X (formerly Twitter), a release said Thursday. On the orders of Election []
Odisha reels under scorching heat, Bolangir records 45 deg C
Bhubaneswar: Odisha continued to be under the grip of a severe heatwave Thursday, with the mercury shooting past the 44 degrees Celsius mark at several places, the Met Department said. Bolangir sizzled at 45 degrees Celsius, followed by Angul town at 44.7 deg C, Nuapada (44.6 deg C), Talcher (44.5 deg C), Boudh (44.3 deg []
Are you making more excuses not to vote?
Pramila Pujari, a 25-year-old art graduate from Odisha's Koraput seat, is contesting in the ongoing general elections with no cash and a bank balance of only 20,625. As a daily laborer, she relies on community support for her campaign, avoiding extravagant rallies and instead focusing on personal connections. Win or lose, Pujari's courage and resourcefulness serve as an inspiration, highlighting the importance of determination and hope in the political arena.
Steel Plant Furnace Blast Leaves Nine Injured in Odishas Keonjhar
Keonjhar: As many as nine workers sustained severe burns after a blast in the Induction Furnace at KJS Alluwalia Steel and Power Plant at Barpada under Loidapada GP, Barbil in Keonjhar district on Thursday afternoon. According to the sources, the blast occurred at around 4.45 pm in Induction Furnace-1 of the steel plant injuring nine [] The post Steel Plant Furnace Blast Leaves Nine Injured in Odishas Keonjhar appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Exclusion of Rinku Singh was the toughest call, he has done nothing wrong: Agarkar
Mumbai: Chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar Thursday described the omission of Rinku Singh from Indias T20 World Cup squad as the toughest call, saying the in-from swashbuckler has done nothing wrong and it all came down to combinations. Rinku, Kolkata Knight Riders big-hitting finisher from Aligarh, could not find a place in the 15-member squad []
Odisha's Sujata R Kartikeyan transferred by EC over alleged public office misuse complaint
Odisha's Sujata R Kartikeyan transferred by EC over alleged public office misuse complaint EC orders immediate transfer of senior Odisha bureaucrat Sujata R Kartikeyan following complaints of alleged misuse of public office: Sources.
Soaring temperatures scorch Eastern and Southern India: Nandyal records sweltering 46.2 degrees Celsius Intense heat swept through east India and parts of the southern peninsular region on Thursday, testing power grids and prompting the Kerala government to order closure of educational institutions till May 6. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said heat wave to severe heat wave conditions scorched parts of West Bengal, Bihar, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and coastal Andhra Pradesh. At least 17 places in these states recorded temperatures above the 44-degree Celsius mark. The mercury settled at 46.2 degrees Celsius at Nandyal in Andhra Pradesh, 45.3 degrees at Palwancha in Telangana, 44.3 degrees at Karur Paramathi in Tamil Nadu, 45 degrees at Bolangir in Odisha, and 44.3 degrees at Kalaikunda in West Bengal. As Kerala continued to reel under punishing heat, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan directed the closure of educational institutions in the state until May 6. The IMD said the ongoing heat wave spell in east and south peninsular India will continue till May 3 and abate thereafter. The Met office on Wednesday said above normal maximum temperatures are likely over most parts of the country in May and a significantly high number of heat wave days expected over the northern plains, central region, and adjoining areas of peninsular India. April saw record-smashing maximum temperatures in east, northeast, and southern peninsular India prompting health warnings from government agencies and some states to suspend in-person classes in schools. A number of stations recorded their highest ever April day temperature. Five active Western Disturbances led to rain, thunderstorm, and hail storms over north and central India at regular intervals in April, preventing heat waves. IMD data shows that heat waves in April this year were far worse than in 2023, the warmest year on record so far. This trend is likely to continue in May, with around eight to 11 heat wave days predicted over south Rajasthan, west Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Marathwada, and Gujarat regions. The remaining parts of Rajasthan, east Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and some parts of Chhattisgarh, interior Odisha, Gangetic West Bengal, Jharkhand, Bihar, north interior Karnataka, and Telangana may record five to seven heat wave days in the month. Normally, the northern plains, central India, and adjoining areas of peninsular India experience around three days of heat waves in May. India saw two spells of heat waves in April from April 5 to 7 and April 15 to 30. The IMD attributes the prolonged heat wave spell over east, northeast, and south peninsular India in April to the absence of thunderstorms and an anticyclone at lower levels over the west central Bay of Bengal and the adjoining eastern coasts of India. This caused the sea breeze to cut off over Odisha and West Bengal on most days. The weather office said south peninsular India recorded an average maximum temperature of 31 degrees Celsius in April, which was the second-highest since 1901. The mean temperature (28.12 degrees Celsius) in April in east and northeast India was the highest since 1901, it said. The IMD said above normal maximum temperatures have become frequent over south peninsular India since 1980s. The region recorded 12.6 mm of rainfall in April, which was the fifth lowest since 1901 and the second lowest since 2001. According to IMD data, the number of heat wave days this April was the highest in 15 years in Gangetic West Bengal and nine years in Odisha. Odisha also experienced the longest heat wave spell (16 days) in April since 2016. Amid the prevailing but weakening El Nino conditions, the IMD had earlier warned of extreme heat during the April-June period, coinciding with the seven-phase Lok Sabha elections. Hundreds of thousands of voters had to cope with the searing heat when they stepped out to exercise their franchise in the second phase of the Lok Sabha elections on April 26. Polling for 94 constituencies across 12 states will take place on May 7. The weather office had earlier expected four to eight heat wave days in different parts of the country in April against a normal of one to three days. Ten to 20 heat wave days are expected against a normal of four to eight in the entire April-June period.
Naveen, Dharmendra, Jual file nominations
Bhubaneswar: BJD president and Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, former central minister Jual Oram and several other leaders of Odisha Thursday filed nomination papers for the ensuing Lok Sabha and Assembly elections. Patnaik filed his nomination papers from the Kantabanji assembly segment under the Bolangir parliamentary constituency in the states western region, []
EC orders transfer of senior Odisha bureaucrat Sujata Karthikeyan
New Delhi: The Election Commission Thursday ordered the immediate transfer of senior Odisha bureaucrat Sujata R Karthikeyan to a non-public dealing department following complaints of alleged misuse of public office, sources said. She is the wife of BJD leader Kartik Pandian, a close associate of Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik. Karthikeyan was holding the post []
Bolangir Boils At 45C; IMD Predicts Break From Heatwave In Odisha After May 6
Bhubaneswar: Severe heatwave conditions continued to prevail in the state for the 18th day in a row, while Balangir, Boudh, Nuapada, Baleshwar, Mayurbhanj, Jajpur, Keonjhar and Nayagarh districts experienced heatwave conditions on Thursday. In 6 towns of the state, the temperature was recorded above 44C, while in total 29 towns recorded above 40C. Bolangir became [] The post Bolangir Boils At 45C; IMD Predicts Break From Heatwave In Odisha After May 6 appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
DRDO successfully flight tests Supersonic Missile Assisted Release of Torpedo (SMART)
Supersonic Missile-Assisted Release of Torpedo (SMART) system was successfully flight-tested at around 0830 hrs on May 01, 2024 from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha. SMART is a next-generation missile-based light-weight torpedo delivery system, designed and developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) to...
BTS Jin shares last monthly message ahead of military discharge in June
Seoul: As BTS member Jin prepares for his military discharge in June, fans eagerly anticipated his last monthly message, which he recently shared with them. In his heartfelt message, Jin expressed his appreciation for the unwavering support and love that fans have shown him throughout his career. He acknowledged the emotional journey they have [] The post BTS Jin shares last monthly message ahead of military discharge in June appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Ruling party run by a group of bureaucrats, heavily dependent on imports from Congress, lacks strong leadership and grassroots support, says the Union Minister, who is the BJP candidate for the Sambalpur seat
Odisha's Central Ministers Silent on Bharat Ratna for Biju Patnaik, Says V K Pandian
Odisha's Central Ministers Silent on Bharat Ratna for Biju Patnaik, Says V K Pandian Central ministers from Odisha never talk about Bharat Ratna for freedom fighter and every Odiya's inspiration Biju Patnaik: V K Pandian.
Naveen Patnaik will never accept Bharat Ratna for father in return for alliance: V K Pandian
V K Pandian, close associate of Naveen Patnaik, revealed the CM's stance on awards. Biju Patnaik's contribution highlighted as overlooked. Naveen Patnaik's actions reflect strong commitment to Odisha's culture and heritage.
Adani Green Gets USD 40 Cr From International Banks for Solar Projects in India
Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL) on Thursday, acquired USD 40 crore from a consortium of five international banks for its under-construction solar projects of 750 MW in Gujarat and Rajasthan. These projects are expected to be operational from November 2024 onwards, said the company in its statement. One of the projects in Rajasthan, with a [] The post Adani Green Gets USD 40 Cr From International Banks for Solar Projects in India appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
I'm natural successor to Naveen Patnaik's great values, only BJP calls me 'outsider': Pandian
Mr. Pandian was born in Tamil Nadu, studied in Delhi and started his career as a Punjab cadre IAS officer, but shifted to Odisha cadre after marrying an Odiya.
Rice procurement tops 47 million tonnes, down 6% from a year ago
Chhattisgarhs higher procurement than the States production partly offsets shortfall in AP, Telangana, Odisha, UP and M.P.
Odisha Police Takes Down 292 Offensive Posts ahead of General Elections
Bhubaneswar: Social Media monitoring cell of Odisha Police has blocked 292 offensive posts related to General Election 2024. These posts have been posted by supporters of various political parties and other groups on social media platforms like YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter). On the orders of Election Commission of India and Chief Election Officer [] The post Odisha Police Takes Down 292 Offensive Posts ahead of General Elections appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Lok Sabha Polls: Dharmendra Pradhan Files Nomination From Odisha's Sambalpur
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan filed his nomination from Odisha's Sambalpur constituency on Thursday.
BJP announces candidates for 6 more assembly seats in Odisha
BJP reveals candidates for Odisha assembly, featuring Dr Purnachandra Mohapatra in Barabati-Cuttack. Anubhav Mohanty vies for BJP ticket. 146 out of 147 nominees disclosed, awaiting Nilagiri's announcement.
BJP Releases Candidates for Six Additional Assembly Seats in Odisha
BJP Releases Candidates for Six Additional Assembly Seats in Odisha The BJP on Thursday announced candidates for six more assembly seats in Odisha, including its state unit vice president Dr Purnachandra Mohapatra. Mohapatra, a doctor by profession, has been nominated from the Barabati-Cuttack assembly segment where Kendrapara MP and actor-turned-politician Anubhav Mohanty, who defected from BJD, was also in the race for the BJP ticket, party sources said. Mohapatra's name was also in the discussion for BJP nominee for the Cuttack Lok Sabha seat. With the sixth list of candidates, the party announced its nominees for 146 seats for elections to the 147-member assembly in the state. The party is yet to announce its nominee for Nilagiri in Balasore district. Prakash Ranabijuli has been named as the BJP candidate from the Begunia assembly segment and Umesh C Jena from the Bari assembly seat. Former BJD MLA and ex-minister Debasish Nayak, who was once close to Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik and joined the BJP after being denied a ticket in two previous elections, was in the race for a saffron camp ticket in Bari, the sources said. The BJP fielded Sudhanshu Nayak from the Bhandaripokhari seat, while Ashish Patra and Dr Sambhunath Rout will contest from Bhogarai and Ghasipura assembly segments respectively, an official release issued by the party said.
Solomon Islands Elects Manele as PM, a Pro-China Leader in Indo-Pacific
New Delhi: The Solomon Islands parliament on Thursday, chose its former foreign minister Jeremiah Manele, as their new prime minister, in a secret ballot. Manele, who is a China-friendly foreign policy supporter, received 31 votes whereas, his opponent, longtime opposition leader Matthew Wale, secured 18 votes. The vote in the 50-member parliament took place amid [] The post Solomon Islands Elects Manele as PM, a Pro-China Leader in Indo-Pacific appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Stop registering voters for beneficiary schemes under guise of surveys: EC to political parties
New Delhi: The Election Commission Thursday asked political parties to immediately stop and desist from any activity that involves registering people for post-election beneficiary-oriented schemes through advertisements, surveys or mobile applications. The election watchdog said it has taken a serious view of political parties and candidates seeking details of voters under the guise of various []
Back By Popular Demand, Advertising Rocks Is Set To Electrify Goafest 2024
Mumbai:Following the success of its inaugural edition, Goafest 2024 is set to bring backAdvertising Rocks, an initiative that offers a unique platform for Indias Advertising, Media, and Marketing community to showcase their musical talents. Embracing the spirit of collaboration and innovation, the Organizing Committee invites solo performers to submit their entries. Selected participants will have [] The post Back By Popular Demand, Advertising Rocks Is Set To Electrify Goafest 2024 appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
CBI Files Report In Calcutta HC On Sandeshkhali, Complains for Non-cooperation of State Authorities
Kolkata: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) On Thursday,presented a preliminary report on their probe into the incidents of illegal land grabbing, extortion, and harassment of women in Sandeshkhali, West Bengal to the division bench of Calcutta High Courts Chief Justice T.S. Sivagnanam and Justice Hiranmay Bhattacharya. The CBI informed the court that its dedicated [] The post CBI Files Report In Calcutta HC On Sandeshkhali, Complains for Non-cooperation of State Authorities appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Vedanta Aluminium Gets Punny With Its Latest Social Media Campaign
Bhubaneswar: If you thought theres not much to laugh about when it comes to metals and minerals, think again. In a refreshing departure from stoic Business-to-Business (B2B) conventions, Vedanta Aluminium, Indias largest producer of aluminium, has launched a quirky social media campaign called ComicAL, reconceptualising the versatile features of aluminium, often dubbed the Metal of [] The post Vedanta Aluminium Gets Punny With Its Latest Social Media Campaign appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
BJP Names Candidates for Six More Assembly Seats in Odisha
Bhubaneswar: The BJP on Thursday named the candidates for six more Assembly elections in Odisha for the upcoming elections. Here is the list of six BJP MLA candidates: Ghasipura: Shambhunath Rout Bhograi: Ashish Patra Bhandaripokhari: Sudhanshu Nayak Bari: Umesh Chandra Jena Barabati-Cuttack: Purnachandra Mohapatra Begunia: Prakash Chandra Ranabijuli The BJP party has so far announced [] The post BJP Names Candidates for Six More Assembly Seats in Odisha appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
CUO Hosts Two-Day National Seminar On NEP 2020: Challenges & Opportunities
Koraput: The Central University of Odisha recently held a two-day National Seminar focusing on National Education Policy 2020: Challenges and Opportunities at its Sunabeda Campus. Organized by the Department of Education in collaboration with Bharatiya Shikshan Mandal, the seminar spanned from 1 May to 2 May 2024. The seminar concluded with a valedictory programme today, [] The post CUO Hosts Two-Day National Seminar On NEP 2020: Challenges & Opportunities appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Indias Coal Production Increases 7.41 % In April Compared To Last Year
New Delhi: Indias coal production for April 2024 reached 78.69 MT (Provisional), with a growth rate of 7.41% compared to the corresponding period in the previous year, which was 73.26 MT. During April 2024, Coal India Limited (CIL) achieved a coal production of 61.78 MT (Provisional), marking a growth of 7.31% compared to the same [] The post Indias Coal Production Increases 7.41 % In April Compared To Last Year appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Bhubaneswar: The BJP Thursday declared a fresh list of candidates consisting of six names for the upcoming Assembly elections in Odisha. The party allotted tickets to Purnachandra Mohapatra for Barabati-Cuttack Assembly seat and Sudhanshu Nayak for Bhandaripokhari seat. With this announcement, the saffron party has released as many as 146 candidates out of 147 Assembly []
Delhi Police to summon Telangana Congress members again in Amit Shahs fake video case
New Delhi: The Delhi Police is likely to serve a second notice to the members of the Telangana Congress in connection with the uploading and sharing a fake video of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the officials said Thursday. The four members of the Telangana Congress, who were supposed to appear before the office of []
BJD finalises candidates list for Odisha assembly polls
Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik names three more candidates and changes the nominee in one Vidhan Sabha seat
Police move in, begin dismantling pro-Palestinian demonstrators encampment at UCLA
Los Angeles: Police removed barricades and began dismantling a pro-Palestinian demonstrators fortified encampment early Thursday at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) campus after hundreds of protesters defied police orders to leave, about 24 hours after counter-protesters attacked a tent encampment on the campus. The law enforcement action comes after officers spent hours threatening []
Rahul Gandhi may contest from Amethi, say sources; official announcement likely tonight
New Delhi: Amid the suspense over Congress nominees from Amethi and Rae Bareli, sources Thursday indicated that Rahul Gandhi is likely to contest from the seat he lost last time. With Friday being the last date for filing of nominations, the party is expected to announce its candidates from the two prestigious constituencies tonight. The []
Actor Manoj Bajpayee joins Nand Ghar Movement
Mumbai: Nand Ghar, which aims to transform 14 lakh anganwadis across India, unveiled a national movement Agar Bachpan Se Poocha Khaana Khaaya, Toh Desh Ka Kal Banaya ()with Actor Manoj Bajpayee. This movement by Nand Ghar is aimed at nourishing Indias future generation by ensuring holistic healthcare, quality nutrition and ensuring best-in-class preschool education for [] The post Actor Manoj Bajpayee joins Nand Ghar Movement appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Sanjay Leela Bhansalis much-awaited foray into the world of OTT platforms with Heeramandi has finally arrived, garnering praise from both audiences and critics alike. The series, comprised of 8 episodes, immerses viewers in a meticulously crafted rendition of Lahore from the early 1900s, capturing the essence of the era with unparalleled detail. From the lavish [] The post Did you know hundreds of workers had toiled for nearly 10 months to create his Lahore of the early 1900s for Heeramandi? appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Reliance Retails Tira Beauty Unveils New Private Label Brand: Nails Our Way
Mumbai:Reliance Retails Tira Beauty announces the launch of its latest private label brand, Nails Our Way, signifying a major expansion in its beauty offerings. This new line features a broad array of premium nail colour and care products, designed to enable consumers to express their unique style and embrace personal creativity. Product Line Overview Nails [] The post Reliance Retails Tira Beauty Unveils New Private Label Brand: Nails Our Way appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Wife of Martyred Soldier Pledges to Continue His Legacy in the Fight for Justice
Wife of Martyred Soldier Pledges to Continue His Legacy in the Fight for Justice Kalpana Soren, wife of former Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren, on Thursday said her husbands arrest was unexpected and it triggered a shock in the JMM and the family. In an exclusive interview with PTI, Kalpana said it is not in the DNA of tribals to bow and Hemant Soren would emerge stronger. ''We have full faith in the judiciary and we are waiting for Hemant to come out on bail and campaign for the Lok Sabha polls. He is innocent and has been trapped in a pre-planned conspiracy by the BJP-led government at the Centre,'' she said. Kalpana, who has emerged as a new face of the party, alleged that the BJP ''is a tyrannical force that is hell-bent to oppress the opposition.'' ''How will the Constitution be saved when you are arresting opposition leaders who are working for the poor, tribals and dalits. They (BJP) only tell lies. The saffron partys 400+ slogan has pushed the temperature here above 400 degrees. People of Jharkhand are seething in anger against the BJP government and will throw out this tyrannical force which is looting its rich mineral resources,'' she added. On her husband languishing in jail for over 90 days, Kalpana said, ''I have a question as to why all Enforcement Directorate (ED) action takes place only in opposition-ruled states.'' In the alleged rift in the family, Kalpana said, ''There is full unity. Hemant Jis brother was there during my nomination for Gandey bypoll on April 29.'' On her sister-in-law Sita Soren quitting the party, Kalpana said, ''It was her decision to part ways with JMM and my best wishes are always with her.'' Kalpana, 48, who is credited with infusing a new vigour into Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) rank and file after Soren's arrest earlier this year, said politics has never been her choice but circumstances thrust her into it. ''I will fight against injustice and dictatorial forces as bowing is not in tribal DNA. I will follow my husband's footsteps. He chose to court imprisonment rather than compromise his values. I am his better-half and will see to it that tyrannical forces get a befitting reply,'' Kalpana said. ''My husband's arrest by the ED was politically motivated and part of a plan to coerce him to join the BJP. His arrest is part of a plan by the central government to browbeat, intimidate and humiliate him but they will get a befitting reply in the elections,'' she said. Kalpana filed her nomination as the JMM candidate for Gandey assembly bypoll on April 29. Voting for the seat is scheduled on May 20 along with the parliamentary elections in the state. The seat in Giridih district fell vacant following the resignation of JMM MLA Sarfaraz Ahmad. Kalpana, a homemaker with MTech and MBA qualifications, completed her school education from Baripada in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district, and obtained her engineering and MBA degrees in Bhubaneswar. Her political journey began at the 51st foundation day celebration of the JMM here on March 4, when she claimed that a conspiracy had been orchestrated by her opponents ever since the Hemant Soren-led coalition government came to power in 2019. Hemant Soren was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with a money laundering case linked to an alleged land scam on January 31. Speculations regarding Kalpana's candidacy arose following the resignation of Ahmad in December, with the BJP claiming it was to facilitate her candidature in case the ED issued summonses to her husband. Hemant Soren had, however, then dismissed rumours of Kalpana contesting from Gandey, calling it BJP's fabrication.
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JHARKHAND: Kalpana Soren, wife of former Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren, on Thursday said that the people of Jharkhand are seething in anger against the BJP government and will throw out this tyrannical force which is looting its rich mineral resources. In an exclusive interview with PTI, Kalpana said her husband's arrest was unexpected and it triggered a shock in the JMM and the family. She said it is not in the DNA of tribals to bow and Hemant Soren would emerge stronger. We have full faith in the judiciary and we are waiting for Hemant to come out on bail and campaign for the Lok Sabha polls.He is innocent and has been trapped in a pre-planned conspiracy by the BJP-led government at the Centre, she said. Kalpana, who has emerged as a new face of the party, termed the BJP a tyrannical force that is allegedly hell-bent to oppress the opposition. How will the Constitution be saved when you are arresting opposition leaders who are working for the poor, tribals and dalits. They (BJP) only tell lies. The saffron party's 400+ slogan has pushed the temperature here above 400 degrees, she added. On her husband languishing in jail for over 90 days, Kalpana said, I have a question as to why all Enforcement Directorate (ED) action takes place only in opposition-ruled states. Jailed ex-Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren be freed soon after defeating tyrannical forces: Kalpana On the alleged rift in the family, Kalpana said, There is full unity. Hemant Ji's brother was there during my nomination for Gandey bypoll on April 29. On her sister-in-law Sita Soren quitting the party, Kalpana said, It was her decision to part ways with JMM and my best wishes are always with her. Kalpana, 48, who is credited with infusing a new vigour into Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) rank and file after Soren's arrest earlier this year, said politics has never been her choice but circumstances thrust her into it. I will fight against injustice and dictatorial forces as bowing is not in tribal DNA. I will follow my husband's footsteps. He chose to court imprisonment rather than compromise his values. I am his better-half and will see to it that tyrannical forces get a befitting reply, Kalpana said. My husband's arrest by the ED was politically motivated and part of a plan to coerce him to join the BJP. His arrest is part of a plan by the central government to browbeat, intimidate and humiliate him but they will get a befitting reply in the elections, she said. Kalpana filed her nomination as the JMM candidate for Gandey assembly bypoll on April 29. Voting for the seat is scheduled on May 20 along with the parliamentary elections in the state. The seat in Giridih district fell vacant following the resignation of JMM MLA Sarfaraz Ahmad. Kalpana Soren files nomination as JMM candidate from Gandey assembly seat Kalpana, a homemaker with MTech and MBA qualifications, completed her school education from Baripada in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district, and obtained her engineering and MBA degrees in Bhubaneswar. Her political journey began at the 51st foundation day celebration of the JMM here on March 4, when she claimed that a conspiracy had been orchestrated by her opponents ever since the Hemant Soren-led coalition government came to power in 2019. Hemant Soren was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with a money laundering case linked to an alleged land scam on January 31. Speculations regarding Kalpana's candidacy arose following the resignation of Ahmad in December, with the BJP claiming it was to facilitate her candidature in case the ED issued summonses to her husband. Hemant Soren had, however, then dismissed rumours of Kalpana contesting from Gandey, calling it BJP's fabrication.
BJP's Dharmendra Pradhan files nomination from Sambalpur for Lok Sabha elections
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