Odisha’s budget has surpassed Rs 3 lakh crore with a Rs 17,440-crore supplementary allocation. Key funds target farmer input assistance and the Subhadra cash incentive for women. Additional provisions boost urban development and support government schools. The state aims to maintain fiscal discipline while prioritizing welfare and growth.
During a recent visit to the newly revamped emergency unit at PMCH, Bihar’s Chief Minister Nitish Kumar evaluated the state-of-the-art medical facilities, which include an advanced modular OT and an enhanced ICU. He prioritized the swift completion and safety measures for the air ambulance section, marking a significant stride towards modernizing healthcare in the region.
The Philadelphia 76ers face the Brooklyn Nets in the NBA Cup without their MVP Joel Embiid, sidelined by ongoing right knee management. This marks his ninth consecutive missed game, highlighting the team’s depth challenges. With several other key players also out, the Sixers, led by Tyrese Maxey, aim for resilience against a similarly shorthanded Nets…
Neuroscience reveals that consistent habits can reshape the brain, enhancing thinking, learning, and stress resilience. AIIMS-trained Neurosurgeon Dr. Arun L Naik shares 10 key habits, from consistent sleep to daily learning, that stimulate neural circuits and foster a smarter brain. Practicing these daily leads to sharper recall and peak performance.
EU antitrust regulators are investigating whether Apple Maps and Apple Ads should face stricter Digital Markets Act rules. Apple is resisting this, arguing both services should be exempted, despite meeting the “gatekeeper” thresholds. The tech giant claims its ad business is small and Maps lacks key features, while also warning of potential product withdrawal from…
Odisha government is introducing the Chief Minister’s Award for Road Safety to incentivize performance, with districts reducing accident fatalities by 50% eligible for cash rewards. The ‘traffic warden’ initiative will expand to six high-fatality districts, and driving skills of students above 18 will be monitored through video recordings.
Cold temperatures can help people lose weight. Shivering activates brown fat, which burns calories and produces heat. This process is similar to exercise. New methods like cryotherapy and ice pack vests offer ways to induce shivering for fat burning. These techniques can help lower cholesterol and blood glucose levels. Braving 15 minutes of cold can…
India’s economy surged by 8.2% in the July-September quarter, marking a six-quarter high and positioning it as the world’s fastest-growing major economy. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman attributed this robust growth to sustained fiscal consolidation, targeted public investment, and impactful reforms that have boosted productivity and ease of doing business.
BJD leader Manmath Kumar Routray faces a cyber police case for allegedly making derogatory remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi during the Nuapada by-election campaign. A BJP complaint cited defamatory social media posts and a viral video. Routray will be summoned for questioning, while the BJP demands stringent action.
South Indian cinema buzzed with excitement as Keerthy Suresh impressed in ‘Revolver Rita,’ Ram Charan shared BTS from his film, and Samantha met David Beckham. Mammootty had an emotional reunion, while a past clash between Thilakan and Ranjith was revisited. Gujarati actor Bhavin Bhanushali also tied the knot.
