Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation is launching a survey to tackle the growing parking and commercial activity problem in residential areas. Institutions and shops are contributing to lane congestion. The BMC plans to identify solutions, potentially developing market clusters or parking lots to ease the chaos plaguing various city zones.
India is rapidly becoming a global leader in services exports. Its services sector is growing faster than goods exports. This growth is driven by key reforms and social initiatives. India is set to become the world’s third-largest economy by 2027. The nation is transforming into a services powerhouse.
Jesse Metcalfe, known for ‘John Tucker Must Die’, remembers his ‘Desperate Housewives’ days. He played Eva Longoria’s gardener boyfriend. Metcalfe says he was unaware of any set drama. He was just happy to have the job. The show launched his career. He also felt pressured to always be shirtless. Metcalfe enjoyed the money and lifestyle…
Priya Sachdev Kapur is turning to spirituality amid a legal battle over her late husband Sunjay Kapur’s vast estate. Sunjay’s children with Karisma Kapoor have accused Priya of forging his will. The inheritance is reportedly worth Rs 30,000 crore. Priya recently performed a hawan ceremony with her son Azarius, seeking peace and prosperity.
Google has withdrawn its antitrust complaint against Microsoft’s cloud practices in the EU, citing a new, broader investigation by European regulators into the cloud sector. The complaint had alleged Microsoft exploited its Windows Server dominance to unfairly penalize customers using rival cloud platforms. Google will continue advocating for market openness.
Kamika Ekadashi, a significant Hindu fast dedicated to Lord Vishnu, will be observed on July 21, 2025. Celebrated during the Krishna Paksha of Shravan month, it’s believed to absolve sins and grant moksha. Devotees undertake strict fasts, chant Vishnu Sahasranama, and perform rituals. Scriptures say observing Kamika Ekadashi is equivalent to performing 1,000 Ashwamedha yajnas,…
Officials in Sri Lanka are facing immense pressure for their alleged mishandling of Cyclone Ditwah, with the crisis highlighting deep cracks in the country’s emergency response system.
Caleb Williams, the Bears’ second-year quarterback, is set to lead Chicago’s offense in their 2025 season opener against the Vikings. Fully recovered from his rookie season, Williams benefits from a strengthened offensive line and new coaching strategies. The Bears’ game plan is built around Williams’ strengths, aiming for a strong start to the season.
TK Vishal made a stunning impact at the National Inter-State Athletics meet in Chennai, smashing the national record in the men’s 400m with a time of 45.12s. Overjoyed Vishal dedicated his achievement to his coach, Jason Dawson, highlighting their strong bond and Jason’s instrumental role in his success after transitioning to 400m just a year…
Odisha’s model schools face a severe staff crisis, with 261 out of 315 Odisha Adarsha Vidyalayas operating without principals. Over 35% of teaching positions are vacant, impacting subjects like science and humanities. Librarians and clerks are also in short supply, hindering quality education delivery across the state.
