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Ravindra slams ton, New Zealand lead by 299 runs against India at lunch
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Published: October 18, 2024 06:19
Bengaluru: Rachin Ravindra’s unbeaten 104 guided New Zealand to 345 for 7 at lunch, extending their first-innings lead to 299 runs on day 3 of the opening Test against India Friday. Ravindra reached 104 not out from 125 balls with 11 fours and two sixes…
US charges former RAW officer Vikash Yadav over plot to murder Khalistani separatist Pannun
Published: October 18, 2024 06:13
New York: US prosecutors have charged a former Senior Field Officer of RAW, Vikash Yadav, in an alleged murder-for-hire plot against Khalistani separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun residing in New York City. In a strongly worded statement, Attorney General…
Salman Khan gets Rs 5 cr extortion-cum-death threat from mafia gang
https://www.orissapost.com/salman-khan-gets-rs-5-cr-extortion-cum-death-threat-from-mafia-gang/
Published: October 18, 2024 05:40
Mumbai: Hindi film mega-star Salman Khan has got a fresh extortion-cum-death threat demanding Rs five crore, suspected to be made by a gangster linked with the dreaded Lawrence Bishnoi gang, officials here said Friday. The extortion threat was received by…
JK LG allocates portfolios to ministers in Omar’s cabinet
https://www.orissapost.com/jk-lg-allocates-portfolios-to-ministers-in-omars-cabinet/
Published: October 18, 2024 05:17
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Friday allocated portfolios to the newly inducted ministers in Chief Minister Omar Abdullah-led cabinet. An order to allocate the portfolios on the advice of the Chief Minister was issued by the LG here.…
Odisha Police likely to visit Kolkata to investigate fake call centre scam
Published: October 18, 2024 04:55
Bhubaneswar: A team of Odisha Police will visit Kolkata for further investigation into the case pertaining to the fake call centre busted Wednesday in the Sundarpada area of Bhubaneswar, officials have said. “Almost all of the accused persons are graduates…
‘India’s growth rate is among the shiniest parts in the world economy’: Ajay Banga
Published: October 18, 2024 04:38
Washington: India’s growth rate is among the shiniest parts in the world economy, World Bank president Ajay Banga said Thursday, noting that a lot of this is driven by the domestic market. “There is no doubt that India’s growth rate is among the shiniest…
1st Test: Pant to not keep wickets on day 3 after being hit on right knee
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Published: October 18, 2024 04:33
Bengaluru: India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant will not be taking up wicketkeeping duties on day three of the first Test against New Zealand at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, said the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). In the last session of day…
J&K Cabinet passes resolution for restoration of statehood
https://www.orissapost.com/jk-cabinet-passes-resolution-for-restoration-of-statehood/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:26
Srinagar: The Jammu & Kashmir Cabinet headed by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has passed the resolution for restoration of statehood. Official sources said that during its first meeting Thursday, the J&K Cabinet passed a resolution urging the Central…
Man held for murder of wife, mom-in-law
https://www.orissapost.com/man-held-for-murder-of-wife-mom-in-law/
Published: October 18, 2024 03:55
Basudevpur: Twenty days after two women went missing after leaving their homes to apply for Subhadra Yojana at Panchagheria village under this block in Bhadrak district, police Thursday arrested the husband of one of the women during the investigation. The…
Jumbo squad staff trampled to death during operation
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Published: October 18, 2024 03:49
Keonjhar: An official of elephant squad was trampled to death while driving an elephant herd into the forest near Jharbeda village in Naranpur section of Keonjhar sadar range late Wednesday night. The deceased has been identified as Basanta Mahanta (45) of…
NTPC defers ash pond hearing after protests
https://www.orissapost.com/ntpc-defers-ash-pond-hearing-after-protests/
Published: October 18, 2024 03:45
Rourkela: Following a massive protest by villagers, National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) has postponed a proposed ‘public hearing’ scheduled for Friday. The protest was led by sarpanch Nalini Singh and had the full support of local MLA Jogesh Singh.…
Bereaved father donates son’s organs, saves 3 lives
https://www.orissapost.com/bereaved-father-donates-sons-organs-saves-3-lives/
Published: October 18, 2024 03:40
Bhubaneswar: In an altruistic act, Kailash Chandra Sahoo donated the organs of his 23-year-old son, who was declared brain-dead by the doctors at KIMS here Thursday. The organs will save lives of three patients. Manoj, who worked in a private firm, hailed…
ICAR-CIFA organises swachhata campaign
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Published: October 18, 2024 03:38
Bhubaneswar: ICARCentral Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (CIFA), here in association with Krishi Vigyan Kendra–Khurda and Chasabasa Farmer Producer Company Ltd, jointly organised a special campaign 4.0 for swachhata at Rajas village, Balipatna block of…
Workshop for Medtech Mission at IIT-Bhubaneswar
https://www.orissapost.com/workshop-for-medtech-mission-at-iit-bhubaneswar/
Published: October 18, 2024 03:34
Bhubaneswar: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhubaneswar organised a stakeholder consultation workshop recently for the Medtech Mission by the Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India. The workshop explored ways to build an…
Students’ body urges Prez to cancel exams
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Published: October 18, 2024 03:31
Bhubaneswar: Students Against Corruption (SAC), an association of students, Thursday sought President Droupadi Murmu’s intervention into the irregularities in the recruitment to various posts, like Revenue Inspector (RIs) Assistant RIs, ICDS, conducted by…
No cyclone, heavy rains likely Oct 24, 25: IMD DG
https://www.orissapost.com/no-cyclone-heavy-rains-likely-oct-24-25-imd-dg/
Published: October 18, 2024 03:26
Bhubaneswar: Coastal districts of the state are likely to receive heavy rainfall October 24 and 25 due to a depression over the Bay of Bengal, even as DG, India Meteorological Department (IMD) Dr Mrutyunjaya Mohaparta Thursday allayed fears of a cyclone…
State reconstitutes task force for National Education Policy
https://www.orissapost.com/state-reconstitutes-task-force-for-national-education-policy/
Published: October 18, 2024 03:18
Bhubaneswar: The state government Thursday reconstituted the task force for proper implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP), 2020, official sources said. According to the School and Mass Education (S&ME) department, the 13-member task force…
Horoscope October 18: Cancer will deal with financial transactions; perfect day for Taurus to relax and enjoy
Published: October 18, 2024 02:30
Discover your horoscope today and astrology predictions for zodiac signs. Get daily horoscope updates and accurate astrology readings for your star sign, daily updates on love, career, and life. Find out what the stars have in store for you. Aries: Today…
Israel’s foreign minister confirms Hamas’ top leader Yahya Sinwar killed in Gaza
Published: October 17, 2024 17:08
Deir al-Balah (Gaza Strip): Israel’s foreign minister has confirmed that Israeli troops in Gaza have killed Hamas’ top leader Yahya Sinwar, a chief architect of last year’s attack on Israel that sparked the war. Sinwar has topped Israel’s most wanted list…
Odisha: Today’s pics
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Published: October 17, 2024 16:51
Gajalaxmi puja held at various pandals in Bhubaneswar Musical program by Aalap Cultural Trust held at Rabindra Mandap in Bhubaneswar
Taxi driver arrested for looting passengers in Odisha’s Jajpur district
https://www.orissapost.com/taxi-driver-arrested-for-looting-passengers-in-odishas-jajpur-district/
Published: October 17, 2024 16:47
Jajpur (Odisha): A taxi driver was arrested in Odisha’s Jajpur district Thursday for allegedly looting two people from Bengaluru of their gold and diamond jewellery and Rs 2,000 in cash, police said. The arrested taxi driver has been identified as Prakash…
Eggs hurled at former Dharmasala MLA Pranab Balabantaray in Odisha’s Jajpur district
Published: October 17, 2024 16:07
Jajpur: Tension erupted in Odisha’s Jajpur district Thursday after some youths hurled eggs at the vehicle of BJD leader and former Dharmasala MLA Pranab Kumar Balabantaray. The incident took place at Kurikana village within Dharmsala Assembly constituency…
Immense scope for enhancing co-op between India and Malawi in several areas: President Murmu
Published: October 17, 2024 16:03
Lilongwe (Malawi): President Droupadi Murmu Thursday said that India and Malawi can come together to find synergy in multiple sectors as there is immense scope for enhancing cooperation between them in areas like agriculture, mining, energy and tourism.…
Africa’s mpox deaths surpass 1,000 as health officials urge international support
Published: October 17, 2024 15:57
Kampala: The number of mpox-related deaths in Africa has surpassed 1,000, the head of the continent’s top public health agency said Thursday, warning of the continuing threat of cross-border contamination and a lack of rapid test kits. There were 50…
Marital rape: Will decide constitutional validity of laws granting immunity to husbands, says SC
Published: October 17, 2024 15:53
New Delhi: The Supreme Court Thursday said it will decide the constitutional validity of penal provisions in the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) which grant immunity from prosecution to a husband for the offence of rape if he…
ED questions actor Tamannaah Bhatia in money laundering case
https://www.orissapost.com/ed-questions-actor-tamannaah-bhatia-in-money-laundering-case/
Published: October 17, 2024 15:50
Guwahati: Actor Tamannaah Bhatia was questioned by the ED here Thursday in connection with a money laundering case probe linked to the ‘HPZ Token’ mobile app in which several investors were allegedly duped on the pretext of mining Bitcoins and some other…
Supreme Court to consider hearing plea for restoration of statehood to J&K
Published: October 17, 2024 15:47
New Delhi: The Supreme Court Thursday said it will consider listing a plea seeking time-bound restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. Senior advocate Gopal Sankaranarayanan, appearing for applicants, urged a bench comprising Chief Justice of India…
Salman’s ex-girlfriend Somy Ali invites Lawrence Bishnoi for Zoom call, asks him to share mobile number
Published: October 17, 2024 15:40
New Delhi: Former model and actor Somy Ali has reached out to Lawrence Bishnoi via social media and requested an audience with the jailed gangster over a Zoom call, saying she has some details to share that would “benefit” him. Her post came days after the…
CJI Chandrachud recommends Justice Sanjiv Khanna’s name as his successor
https://www.orissapost.com/cji-chandrachud-recommends-justice-sanjiv-khannas-name-as-his-successor/
Published: October 17, 2024 15:34
New Delhi: Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud has set in motion the process of appointment of his successor by recommending to the Centre the name of senior-most Supreme Court judge Justice Sanjiv Khanna. According to sources, CJI Chandrachud had…
Bomb threats: Govt plans strict norms, no-fly list option against perpetrators
Published: October 17, 2024 15:04
New Delhi: The civil aviation ministry plans to put in place strict norms to prevent incidents of hoax bomb threats to airlines, including placing the perpetrators on the no-fly list, a senior official said Thursday. Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan…
Fake call centre: Odisha police seeks five-day remand of six accused
https://www.orissapost.com/fake-call-centre-odisha-police-seeks-five-day-remand-of-six-accused/
Published: October 17, 2024 15:00
Bhubaneswar: Bhubaneswar cyber police have sought a five-day remand of the six accused who were arrested Wednesday for allegedly running a fake call centre here to cheat people, a police officer said. Police said all the accused were produced in a local…
Ukrainian president Zelenskyy heads to EU and NATO to seek backing for his ‘victory plan’
Published: October 17, 2024 14:58
Brussels: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Thursday his country has intelligence information that 10,000 troops from North Korea are being prepared to join Russian forces fighting against his country, warning that a third nation wading into the…
Priyanka Chopra Jonas reveals her ‘favourite getaway’
https://www.orissapost.com/priyanka-chopra-jonas-reveals-her-favourite-getaway/
Published: October 17, 2024 14:47
Mumbai: Actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas is in Mumbai, and is enjoying every bit of it. The actress took to her Instagram Thursday and shared a Reel in which she can be seen standing next to the Gateway of India. The video was captured on a balcony of her…
‘Bigg Boss 16’ fame Soundarya Sharma roped in for ‘Housefull 5’
https://www.orissapost.com/bigg-boss-16-fame-soundarya-sharma-roped-in-for-housefull-5/
Published: October 17, 2024 14:43
Mumbai: Soundarya Sharma, who gained recognition through her participation in ‘Bigg Boss 16’ has bagged ‘Housefull‘ opposite Akshay Kumar. The dentist-turned-actress will be seen playing the female lead in the same. Directed by Tarun Mansukhani, the…
Kangana Ranaut’s ‘Emergency’ gets Censor certificate, release date to be announced soon
Published: October 17, 2024 14:39
Mumbai: Actress Kangana Ranaut, who has been running from pillar to post for the release of her film ‘Emergency’, has breathed a sigh of relief as her film has been granted a censor certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). Thursday,…
Hooch tragedy kills 25 in Bihar; 12 arrested, political slugfest escalates
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Published: October 17, 2024 13:48
Patna: In one of the biggest hooch tragedies in Bihar since the state went dry in 2016, at least 25 people have died after consuming spurious liquor in the adjoining districts of Siwan and Saran, a top officer said Thursday. Director General of Police Alok…
Eight coaches of Lokmanya Tilak Express derail at Dibalong in Assam, no casualty reported: Railways
Published: October 17, 2024 13:44
New Delhi: The Mumbai-bound Lokmanya Tilak Express that left Agartala this morning derailed at Dibalong station in Assam at about 3:55pm, a spokesperson of the Railways said. “Eight coaches, including the power car and the engine of the train, got…
Odisha govt rolls out 15 vehicles for patrolling in wildlife sanctuaries
https://www.orissapost.com/odisha-govt-rolls-out-15-vehicles-for-patrolling-in-wildlife-sanctuaries/
Published: October 17, 2024 13:37
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government Thursday rolled out 15 customised four-wheelers for patrolling different wildlife sanctuaries, including the Satkosia Tiger Reserve in Angul district, an official said. Additional Chief Secretary (ACS), Forest,…
SC upholds validity of Section 6A of Citizenship Act which grants citizenship to immigrants in Assam
Published: October 17, 2024 13:33
New Delhi: In a significant judgement, the Supreme Court Thursday upheld the constitutional validity of Section 6A of the Citizenship Act which grants Indian citizenship to immigrants from Bangladesh who entered Assam before March 25, 1971. Chief Justice…
Israeli military investigating whether top Hamas leader Sinwar was killed in Gaza
Published: October 17, 2024 13:30
Jerusalem: The Israeli military says it is looking into whether Hamas’ top leader Yahya Sinwar was killed in a military operation in Gaza. The military said in a statement Thursday that three militants were killed during operations in Gaza, without…
India reveals Canada sitting on 26 extradition requests, slams Trudeau govt for failing to rein in extremists
Published: October 17, 2024 12:50
New Delhi: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Thursday revealed that there are 26 extradition requests pending with the Canadian government since last more than 10 years, including those of some hardcore Khalistani extremists and criminals wanted by…
Conway 91 leads NZ to 180/3 after pacers bowl out India for record low 46
Published: October 17, 2024 12:43
Bengaluru: The mighty India succumbed to their lowest total at home on a rare off day in familiar conditions before Devon Conway extended New Zealand’s advantage with a steely 91, steering them to 180 for three at stumps on day two of the first Test here…
FIR against three Odisha Congress leaders for ‘cheating’ businessman
https://www.orissapost.com/fir-against-three-odisha-congress-leaders-for-cheating-businessman/
Published: October 17, 2024 11:49
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Police have registered a case against three Congress leaders, including AICC’s state in-charge Ajoy Kumar, for allegedly cheating a businessman to the tune of around Rs 1.42 crore. The businessman had initially filed a complaint at…
Pogba ready to give up money to play for Juventus again after doping ban
https://www.orissapost.com/pogba-ready-to-give-up-money-to-play-for-juventus-again-after-doping-ban/
Published: October 17, 2024 11:35
Milan: Paul Pogba says he’s ready to give up money to play for Juventus again. The Serie A club may not want him, though, or need him. Pogba recently had his four-year ban for doping reduced to 18 months after appealing to the Court of Arbitration for…
Venugopal Rao, Badani named director of cricket and head coach as DC unveil new coaching staff
Published: October 17, 2024 11:32
New Delhi: Former India cricketers Hemang Badani and Venugopal Rao have been appointed as head coach and director of cricket, respectively, as Delhi Capitals unveiled their new coaching staff ahead of the 2025 IPL Thursday. The 47-year-old Badani, who…
Sourav Ganguly named director of cricket at JSW Sports; role to cover IPL, WPL and SA20
Published: October 17, 2024 11:27
New Delhi: Former India captain Sourav Ganguly was Thursday appointed Director of Cricket for JSW Sports, his role covering all its cricketing properties including the Delhi team in the IPL and the WPL along with the Pretoria Capitals franchise in SA20.…
19 CRPF troopers injured in J&K road accident
https://www.orissapost.com/19-crpf-troopers-injured-in-jk-road-accident/
Published: October 17, 2024 11:21
Srinagar: As many as 19 Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) troopers were injured in a road accident in J&K’s Budgam district Thursday, officials said. Officials said that a truck carrying personnel of 181 Bn’s F Company went out of the driver’s control at…
‘Will finish you off like Baba Siddique’: Ex-BJP MLA gets threat on WhatsApp
Published: October 17, 2024 11:18
Jaipur: Former Rajasthan BJP MLA Amrita Meghwal has filed a complaint with the Jaipur Police station after she received obscene messages on her WhatsApp along with death threats. “I have been getting obscene messages for the past few days and have also…
Lahore college ‘rape’ case: One dead, dozens injured as massive violence rocks Pakistan
Published: October 17, 2024 11:15
Islamabad: Violent protests by students continue to spread across Pakistan’s Punjab province after reports of the alleged rape of a private college student in Lahore went viral on social media. Thursday, angry students of different colleges in Rawalpindi…
Bahraich violence: Five suspects held after encounter with UP cops
https://www.orissapost.com/bahraich-violence-five-suspects-held-after-encounter-with-up-cops/
Published: October 17, 2024 11:10
Bahraich: Five suspects in the Bahraich violence case were arrested here Thursday after an encounter with the Uttar Pradesh Police in which two of them suffered gunshot injuries, a senior official said. The accused were allegedly trying to flee to Nepal,…
Bangladesh tribunal issues arrest warrant against Hasina
https://www.orissapost.com/bangladesh-tribunal-issues-arrest-warrant-against-hasina/
Published: October 17, 2024 11:05
Dhaka: Bangladesh’s International Crimes Tribunal Thursday issued arrest warrants against former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, who was ousted after student-led protests in August, and 45 others for alleged crimes against humanity. The warrants against…
Direct tax collections jump 182 pc to over Rs 19.60 lakh cr in FY24
https://www.orissapost.com/direct-tax-collections-jump-182-pc-to-over-rs-19-60-lakh-cr-in-fy24/
Published: October 17, 2024 10:54
New Delhi: Direct tax collections have surged 182 per cent to over Rs 19.60 lakh crore in 2023-24 in the 10-year period of Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government. The latest ‘Time Series Data’ released by the income tax department showed that the…
1st Test: Conway leads NZ to 82/1 at tea after India collapse to 46
https://www.orissapost.com/1st-test-conway-leads-nz-to-82-1-at-tea-after-india-collapse-to-46/
Published: October 17, 2024 10:11
Bengaluru: After bundling out India for a record low of 46, New Zealand batted confidently to reach 82/1 at tea in their first innings to claim the upper-hand over the shocked hosts on the second day of the opening Test here Thursday. Devon Conway (61) and…
Shilpa Shetty shows how to stay fit in the pool
https://www.orissapost.com/shilpa-shetty-shows-how-to-stay-fit-in-the-pool/
Published: October 17, 2024 10:07
Mumbai: Actress Shilpa Shetty stands out not only for her acting prowess but also for her dedication to fitness and wellness. Over the years, she has transformed her life through a disciplined fitness regime and healthy living. She often shares glimpses of…
CM Majhi reviews probe progress of Odisha woman’s ‘rape’ in Delhi
https://www.orissapost.com/cm-majhi-reviews-probe-progress-of-odisha-womans-rape-in-delhi/
Published: October 17, 2024 09:40
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi reviewed the progress of the investigation into the alleged rape of a woman from the state in the national capital, an official statement said Thursday. He also inquired about the health condition of…
Odisha: 315 held for participating in gambling
https://www.orissapost.com/odisha-315-held-for-participating-in-gambling/
Published: October 17, 2024 09:34
Berhampur: Altogether 315 people were arrested for allegedly being involved in gambling and unaccounted cash of over Rs 12.98 lakh was seized from their possession during raids in the last ten days in Odisha’s Ganjam district, police said Thursday. As many…
Yami Gautam shares pictures with her father and his National Award for his Punjabi film
Published: October 17, 2024 09:21
Mumbai: Actress Yami Gautam, who was last seen in Article 370, is over the moon with her father Mukesh Gautam’s National Award win. After heaping praise on her father earlier on social media, the actress again took to her Instagram Thursday, and shared two…
Two Mumbai-bound international flights receive bomb threats
https://www.orissapost.com/two-mumbai-bound-international-flights-receive-bomb-threats/
Published: October 17, 2024 09:09
Mumbai: The pattern of domestic airlines receiving bomb threats to their flights continued for the fourth day as two international flights, one each of Vistara and IndiGo, were targeted in the similar manner Thursday. Earlier Wednesday, seven flights of…
Death toll in Bihar Hooch tragedy rises to 24
https://www.orissapost.com/death-toll-in-bihar-hooch-tragedy-rises-to-24/
Published: October 17, 2024 09:05
Patna: The death toll in the hooch tragedy in Bihar’s Siwan and Saran districts has mounted to 24, Director General of Police Bihar Alok Raj said Thursday. According to Alok Raj, 20 people have died in Siwan and four in Saran district after consuming…
Anil Kapoor, Sonam wish Sanjay Kapoor on his 59th birthday
https://www.orissapost.com/anil-kapoor-sonam-wish-sanjay-kapoor-on-his-59th-birthday/
Published: October 17, 2024 08:23
Mumbai: Actor Sanjay Kapoor is celebrating his 59th birthday Thursday. On his special day, members of his family shared their best wishes for him. His brother Anil Kapoor took to the Stories section of his Instagram, and shared a picture with Sanjay. He…
Nayab Singh Saini takes oath as Haryana CM for second time
https://www.orissapost.com/nayab-singh-saini-takes-oath-as-haryana-cm-for-second-time/
Published: October 17, 2024 08:23
Chandigarh: OBC leader Nayab Singh Saini Thursday took oath as the chief minister of Haryana at a ceremony in Panchkula attended by a galaxy of NDA leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Anil Vij, Krishan Lal Panwar and Rao Narbir Singh were…
Ankita Lokhande mesmerises fans with a series of stunning looks
https://www.orissapost.com/ankita-lokhande-mesmerises-fans-with-a-series-of-stunning-looks/
Published: October 17, 2024 08:09
Mumbai: Ankita Lokhande recently posted her latest saree looks, leaving fans mesmerized by her beauty and style. In her latest post, she dropped a video where she is seen wearing a purple saree. Ankita talked about the importance of self-love. Sharing the…
India collapse to 46 against New Zealand for lowest total in Test at home
Published: October 17, 2024 08:04
Bengaluru: India were bowled for just 46 runs Thursday in their first innings, their lowest total in a home Test, on the second day of the rain-hit opening Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru. India’s previous lowest score at home was 75, recorded…
Liam Payne, former One Direction member dies at 31
https://www.orissapost.com/liam-payne-former-one-direction-member-dies-at-31/
Published: October 17, 2024 08:00
Buenos Aires: Former One Direction singer Liam Payne, 31, whose chart-topping British boy band generated a global following of swooning fans, was found dead Wednesday after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, local officials said. Buenos Aires…
Another NEET aspirant from UP ends life in Kota; 15th suspected suicide of 2024
Published: October 17, 2024 08:00
Jaipur: Another National Eligibility Entrance Test (NEET) aspirant from Uttar Pradesh allegedly died by suicide in Rajasthan’s Kota district, police said Thursday. The deceased, identified as Ashutosh Chaurasia (20), a student from Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh,…
Plot to kill Salman Khan: Bishnoi gang member held from Haryana
https://www.orissapost.com/plot-to-kill-salman-khan-bishnoi-gang-member-held-from-haryana/
Published: October 17, 2024 07:48
Mumbai: The Navi Mumbai police have arrested a member of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang in connection with an alleged plot to kill actor Salman Khan, an official said Thursday. The accused, Sukha alias Sukhbir Balbir Singh, was apprehended from Panipat in…
Radhika Apte expecting first child with Benedict Taylor
https://www.orissapost.com/radhika-apte-expecting-first-child-with-benedict-taylor/
Published: October 17, 2024 07:31
New Delhi: Actor Radhika Apte is expecting her first child with husband Benedict Taylor. The actor Wednesday attended the screening of her upcoming film Sister Midnight at the 2024 BFI London Film Festival and was seen flaunting her baby bump in a black…
Vistara Frankfurt-Mumbai flight makes emergency landing after bomb threat
Published: October 17, 2024 07:23
Mumbai: A Mumbai-bound Vistara flight with 147 persons on board made an emergency landing here Thursday upon its arrival from Frankfurt in Germany following a bomb threat to the aircraft, a source said. The Boeing 787 aircraft was immediately taken to the…
Angelina Jolie to be honoured with Maltin Modern Master Award
https://www.orissapost.com/angelina-jolie-to-be-honoured-with-maltin-modern-master-award/
Published: October 17, 2024 07:13
Los Angeles: Hollywood star Angelina Jolie will be honoured with the Maltin Modern Master Award at the 2025 Santa Barbara International Film Festival, the organisers have announced. According to entertainment news outlet Variety, the award was established…
1st Test: O’Rourke picks three as NZ gain upper hand by reducing India to 34/6
Published: October 17, 2024 07:07
Bengaluru: Playing in his first Test match in India, pacer William O’Rourke picked three wickets as a bang-on New Zealand fast-bowling line-up reduced India to 34/6 in 23.5 overs at lunch on day two’s play in first Test at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium…
RG Kar protest: Hunger strike by junior doctors enters day 13
https://www.orissapost.com/rg-kar-protest-hunger-strike-by-junior-doctors-enters-day-13/
Published: October 17, 2024 06:49
Kolkata: The fast-unto-death strike by a section of medicos in the aftermath of the rape and murder of a junior doctor of R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital here entered the thirteenth day Thursday. Eight hunger-strikers, seven in Kolkata and one in…
WHO urges Israel to allow aid access to Gaza amid humanitarian crisis
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Published: October 17, 2024 06:41
Geneva: The World Health Organization (WHO) urged Israel to grant access to Gaza, where escalating violence has blocked humanitarian missions from delivering critical food and medical supplies. Amid the chaos, WHO and its partners launched the second round…
India believes Canada doesn’t take seriously violence or terrorism or incitement to hatred: Trudeau
Published: October 17, 2024 06:34
Washington: India believes that Canada doesn’t take seriously violence or terrorism or incitement to hatred seriously, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Wednesday as he cited foundational responsibility for the Canadian government for not taking…
Virat Kohli overtakes Dhoni as India’s second-most capped player
https://www.orissapost.com/virat-kohli-overtakes-dhoni-as-indias-second-most-capped-player/
Published: October 17, 2024 06:20
Bengaluru: Senior batter Virat Kohli leapfrogged ex-captain MS Dhoni to become the second-most-capped international cricketer for India across formats during the first Test against New Zealand at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Kohli marked his 536th…
SC upholds constitutional validity of Section 6A of Citizenship Act
https://www.orissapost.com/sc-upholds-constitutional-validity-of-section-6a-of-citizenship-act/
Published: October 17, 2024 05:50
New Delhi: The Supreme Court Thursday upheld the constitutional validity of Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, 1955. A Constitution Bench, headed by CJI D. Y. Chandrachud, was dealing with a clutch of petitions challenging the vires of Section 6A, which…
India rebukes Canada PM’s no ‘hard proof’ admission, says responsibility for damage lies with Trudeau alone
Published: October 17, 2024 05:38
New Delhi: As Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau testified before a Commission of Inquiry, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Thursday said what it has heard only “confirms” New Delhi’s consistent stand that Canada has “presented us no evidence” in…
Israeli airstrikes kill 2,367 in Lebanon
https://www.orissapost.com/israeli-airstrikes-kill-2367-in-lebanon/
Published: October 17, 2024 05:27
Beirut: The death toll from Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon since the beginning of the Hezbollah-Israeli conflict October 8, 2023, reached 2,367, while injuries went up to 11,088, the Lebanese Health Ministry said. Meanwhile, the death toll from Israeli…
BJP leader Nayab Singh Saini to be sworn in as Haryana CM for second term today
Published: October 17, 2024 05:11
Panchkula: BJP’s Nayab Singh Saini will take oath as the Chief Minister of Haryana Thursday for the party’s unprecedented third term with an absolute majority in the recently concluded Assembly election. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s key allies will be in…
India-Canada tensions: Trudeau lacks solid evidence in Nijjar’s killing
https://www.orissapost.com/india-canada-tensions-trudeau-lacks-solid-evidence-in-nijjars-killing/
Published: October 17, 2024 04:37
New Delhi: As Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau testified before a Commission of Inquiry, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Thursday said what it has heard only “confirms” New Delhi’s consistent stand that Canada has “presented us no evidence” in…
Sans local body, 8 villages left in lurch
https://www.orissapost.com/sans-local-body-8-villages-left-in-lurch/
Published: October 17, 2024 04:04
Rourkela: In a glaring example of administrative apathy, the non-inclusion of eight villages into any local body in Sundargarh district has deprived their residents of constitutional recognition and democratic right of self-governance. The eight revenue…
Steel City girl’s innovation set to revolutionise diabetes care
https://www.orissapost.com/steel-city-girls-innovation-set-to-revolutionise-diabetes-care/
Published: October 17, 2024 03:52
Rourkela: Komal Panda,22, a resident of Rourkela and a fourth-year industrial and product design student at the National Institute of Design (NID), Haryana, has been named the national winner of the James Dyson Award-2024 for her innovative design project…
Villagers attack police team in Binika; 22 held
https://www.orissapost.com/villagers-attack-police-team-in-binika-22-held/
Published: October 17, 2024 03:49
Sonepur/Binika: Binika police Wednesday arrested 22 persons from Papi (Anandnagar) village in Subarnapur district on charge of attacking and injuring three police personnel while they were trying to rescue three minor boys held captive by the villagers…
Elderly woman dies, youth critical in train accident
https://www.orissapost.com/elderly-woman-dies-youth-critical-in-train-accident/
Published: October 17, 2024 03:47
Balasore: In a tragic incident, a 78-year-old woman was killed after she was hit by a train at Angaragadia level crossing in Balasore district Wednesday. A youth who tried to save the elderly woman was critically injured in the mishap. The deceased has…
ECoR installs 96-stone rail grinding machines
https://www.orissapost.com/ecor-installs-96-stone-rail-grinding-machines/
Published: October 17, 2024 03:41
Bhubaneswar: To enhance track safety, improve ride quality, and extend the lifespan of railway tracks, East Coast Railway (ECoR) recently commissioned 96-stone rail grinding machines, RGI96-5. ECoR sources said that RGI96- 5, a highly advanced and one of…
‘Odisha facing challenge in area of food security’
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Published: October 17, 2024 03:37
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has been facing a unique challenge in the area of food security affecting children which calls for urgent action, civil society leader Jagadananda said Wednesday. He was speaking at the inaugural function of a national symposium on…
KVK-Khurda, ICAR-CIFA observe World Food Day
https://www.orissapost.com/kvk-khurda-icar-cifa-observe-world-food-day/
Published: October 17, 2024 03:35
Bhubaneswar: ICAR Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (CIFA), in collaboration with Krishi Vigyan KendraKhurda (KVK-Khurda) observed World Food Day Wednesday on the theme ‘Right to food for a better life and a better future.’ ICAR-CIFA director PK…
Statues of personalities to be installed across state
https://www.orissapost.com/statues-of-personalities-to-be-installed-across-state/
Published: October 17, 2024 03:27
Bhubaneswar: Statues of eminent personalities will be installed at various locations across the state, Odia Language, Literature and Culture (OLL&C) Minister Suryabanshi Suraj said Wednesday. A meeting chaired by the OLL&C Minister discussed the proposals…
NHRC issues notice to Delhi govt over Odisha woman rape
https://www.orissapost.com/nhrc-issues-notice-to-delhi-govt-over-odisha-woman-rape/
Published: October 17, 2024 03:16
Bhubaneswar: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Wednesday issued notices to the Chief Secretary, Government of NCT of Delhi, and the Commissioner of Police, Delhi, calling for a detailed report within two weeks on the rape of a 34-year-old woman…
Horoscope October 17: Horoscope October 17: Romance is in the air for Leo; Taurus likely to get expected results
Published: October 17, 2024 02:30
Horoscope gives you glimpses into your future through zodiac signs and rules of astrology. Astrologers have analyzed the stars and aligned the cosmos to provide accurate predictions for all zodiac signs, including Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo,…
Woman throws 5-year-old stepson into well in Odisha, arrested
https://www.orissapost.com/woman-throws-5-year-old-stepson-into-well-in-odisha-arrested/
Published: October 16, 2024 18:32
Rourkela: A 20-year-old woman allegedly killed her five-year-old stepson by throwing him into a well after blindfolding him and tying his hands in Odisha’s Sundargarh district, a police officer said Wednesday. The 20-year-old woman, who also tied a large…
Puri Jagannath temple: Only 2 gates to remain open for devotees from Oct 18
Published: October 16, 2024 18:03
Puri: Keeping in view the possible massive congregation of devotees on the occasion of the holy month Kartik, Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) in Puri Wednesday announced a restriction on entry into the 12th Century shrine from October 18. From…
LLC 2024: Konark Suryas Odisha to clash with Southern Superstars in final
https://www.orissapost.com/llc-2024-konark-suryas-odisha-to-clash-with-southern-superstars-in-final/
Published: October 16, 2024 17:57
Srinagar: Irfan Pathan-led Konark Suryas Odisha will take on Kedar Jadhav-led Southern SuperStars in the finals of the Legends League Cricket Wednesday, at the Bakshi Stadium, Srinagar. “Legends League Cricket is instrumental in inspiring young people in…
Supreme Court’s Lady Justice now holds constitution, not sword; loses blindfold
Published: October 16, 2024 17:29
New Delhi: In an initiative shedding the colonial imprint and traditional attributes, the statue of Lady Justice, in the judges’ library of the Supreme Court, now holds a copy of the Indian Constitution, instead of a sword, and the blindfold has come off…
Odisha functioning without Chief Information Commissioner
https://www.orissapost.com/odisha-functioning-without-chief-information-commissioner/
Published: October 16, 2024 16:55
Bhubaneswar: The report card on the performance of Information Commissions (ICs) in India revealed a troubling rise in the backlog of appeals and complaints, with over 4 lakh cases piling up across the 29 information commissions nationwide as of June 30,…
Odisha to constitute Law Revision Commission soon: Minister
https://www.orissapost.com/odisha-to-constitute-law-revision-commission-soon-minister/
Published: October 16, 2024 16:40
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government will soon constitute a Law Revision Commission to identify old acts and rules that have become obsolete and suggest ways to bring reforms, Law Minister Prithiviraj Harichandan said Wednesday. He said irrelevant and…
Six held for attacking excise constable in Odisha
https://www.orissapost.com/six-held-for-attacking-excise-constable-in-odisha/
Published: October 16, 2024 16:37
Berhampur: The Odisha Police Wednesday arrested six people for allegedly assaulting an excise constable here, an official said. The 41-year-old constable was attacked when he was video-recording selling of alcoholic beverages near a closed liquor shop…
Odisha: Today’s pics
https://www.orissapost.com/odisha-todays-pics-1480/
Published: October 16, 2024 16:29
Gajalaxmi puja observed at several places in Cuttack Cultural programme held at ITI Auditorium in Berhampur on occasion of Kumar Purnima Kalakunja festival organised by Sriradha Kalakunja Trust held at Bhanja Kala Mandap in Bhubaneswar …
Odisha CM to meet Kumar Mangalam Birla, Sajjan Jindal during two-day Mumbai visit
Published: October 16, 2024 15:22
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi is scheduled to meet industrialists such as Kumar Mangalam Birla and Sajjan Jindal during his two-day visit to Mumbai, seeking investments for Odisha. Industries Minister Sampad Chandra Swain said the…
China says will firmly support Pakistan’s anti-terrorism efforts, both reaffirm position of Kashmir issue
Published: October 16, 2024 14:22
Beijing/Islamabad: In an apparent reference to the abrogation of Article 370, China and Pakistan have both reaffirmed their opposition to “unilateral action” and reiterated the need for resolution of all outstanding issues in the region. A China-Pakistan…
SCO summit: Pakistan says don’t look at China’s Belt and Road Initiative through ‘narrow political prism’
Published: October 16, 2024 14:13
Islamabad: Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Wednesday rooted for Beijing’s Belt and Road Initiative at the SCO summit here, saying such connectivity projects should not be viewed through a “narrow political prism” — an apparent reference to India’s…
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