Number of polling stations up in Bhagalpur

Bhagalpur district has increased its polling stations to 2,678 to accommodate a maximum of 1,200 voters per station, as mandated by the Election Commission. Nominations will be filed from October 13-20, with polling scheduled for November 11. Extensive surveillance teams and sector officials have been deployed to ensure free and fair elections.

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Rain to continue in Odisha this week

A fresh upper air cyclonic circulation is expected to form over the north Bay of Bengal around Friday, potentially developing into a low pressure area and causing moderate rainfall in Odisha. This system may also delay the withdrawal of the monsoon, with light to moderate rainfall and thunderstorms anticipated throughout the week.

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More Indians travel solo this festive season, Atlys data shows

Indian travelers are changing holiday traditions. Solo trips and millennials are driving a surge in international travel during festive periods. Short-haul destinations like UAE and Thailand are popular. Germany is a top Schengen choice, especially for Oktoberfest. Long weekends and increased income empower Indians to explore the world with confidence. Festivals are now global exploration…

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Alex Pietrangelo Injury: Vegas Golden Knights star ruled out for 2025–26 NHL season amid retirement speculation

Vegas Golden Knights veteran defenseman Alex Pietrangelo will miss the entire 2025-26 NHL season due to a persistent hip injury. The team has placed him on long-term injured reserve, providing significant salary-cap relief but creating a substantial on-ice void. This development fuels speculation about the future of the decorated player’s illustrious career.

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CNLU to launch child rights course

Chanakya National Law University has partnered with Prayas JAC Society to launch a postgraduate diploma in child rights, protection, and juvenile justice. This initiative aims to train professionals in law, social work, and governance, strengthening India’s child protection framework. The collaboration bridges academic learning with practical field experience, fostering a new era of academia-civil society…

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‘Green Tribute’ in honour of Zubeen

A ‘Green Tribute’ movement is gaining momentum in Jorhat, Assam. This initiative honors Zubeen Garg’s love for nature. Families are receiving fruit-bearing saplings to promote conservation. The movement, supported by Lovlina Borgohain, aims for global awareness. The first phase distributed saplings to 500 families. The second phase has now begun.

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