Despite a sharp decline in property-related murders in Odisha, a recent daylight killing of an AIIMS lab attendant over an ancestral house dispute highlights ongoing concerns. While police attribute the reduction to improved law enforcement and dispute resolution, experts stress the need to address root causes and ensure timely legal action to prevent future violence.
The BJP unveiled its initial list of 71 candidates for the Bihar elections, naming key figures like deputy CMs. Meanwhile, a Qatar Airways flight made an emergency landing in Ahmedabad due to cabin pressure loss. In political developments, Lalu Prasad Yadav’s early ticket distribution caused friction within the RJD alliance, and a Haryana cop’s alleged…
Odisha is launching ‘Ama Su Vahak’ to empower women as taxi entrepreneurs. The scheme offers interest-free loans up to Rs 10 lakh for four-wheeler taxis, plus incentives for electric vehicles. Aiming for 1,100 women mobility entrepreneurs over four years, it promotes gender equality and economic independence.
Former India cricketer Gautam Gambhir lightened up after a recent match. He humorously suggested he needs a mental conditioning coach given India’s busy schedule. Gambhir also spoke about the team’s batting and spin bowling. He highlighted the importance of adapting to different pitches. The upcoming series will test India’s home strength.
Following a jailbreak, Odisha’s prisons directorate has ordered surprise inspections of all jails. District collectors and SPs will check security, hygiene, food, and inmate welfare. These checks aim to improve jail administration and inmate living conditions. The inspections will complement regular visits by senior prison officials. This initiative seeks to ensure discipline and transparency.
Pop star Katy Perry and former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s romance has reportedly been developing for months, with Trudeau actively pursuing Perry since their July meeting. Recent yacht photos off Santa Barbara captured the pair sharing affectionate moments, fueling widespread speculation about their relationship.
Princess Haya of Jordan fled Dubai in fear for her life in May 2019, ending her marriage to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Their subsequent divorce in the UK became one of Britain’s most expensive, with a record settlement of £554 million. The court described the Sheikh’s actions as a ‘campaign of fear, intimidation…
India’s edible oil sector requires a stable, multi-year tariff framework to combat policy volatility and price distortions. A new study highlights over 25 tariff changes since 2015, creating uncertainty for suppliers and consumers. Predictable tariff bands and enhanced data systems are recommended to boost investment and ensure food security.
A devastating fire at a garment factory and adjoining chemical warehouse in Dhaka, Bangladesh, claimed at least nine lives and injured several others on Tuesday. The blaze, which started on the third floor of a seven-storey building, is still under investigation. Rescue operations continued late into the night, with officials warning the death toll may…
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has called for a nationwide prayer for rain, Salaat Al Istisqaa, to be held in all mosques on Friday, October 17, 30 minutes before the Jumu’ah prayer. This directive follows Islamic tradition, emphasizing collective supplication for divine mercy and sustenance during dry conditions.
