In Kalahandi district, a tragic accident occurred near Deheli village. A speeding pickup van hit a motorcycle. Budha Barik and his son Arab died. Budha’s wife and daughter sustained critical injuries. Police detained the pickup van driver from Andhra Pradesh. Locals blocked the state highway, demanding compensation. Police pacified the crowd and cleared the blockade…
The European Commission is considering eliminating cookie consent banners, aiming to reduce digital red tape. Proposed changes target the 2009 e-Privacy Directive, potentially allowing users to set cookie preferences in their browser settings. Tech industry representatives advocate for shifting cookie rules to the GDPR. Privacy advocates are concerned about expanding exceptions for essential tracking, fearing…
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Bryon Scott, a three-time NBA champion, believes LeBron James doesn’t yet warrant a statue outside the Lakers’ arena. Scott argues that James needs more championships and a longer tenure with the team to reach the legendary status of players like Magic Johnson and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, who spent their entire careers with the Lakers.
Bruno Fernandes declined a lucrative offer from Al-Hilal in June 2025, prioritizing his commitment to Manchester United and his desire to compete at the highest level. Despite the significant financial package, including a potential £100 million transfer fee, Fernandes chose to remain at Old Trafford, where he recently scored his 100th goal.
President Trump is poised to sign an executive order affirming that the TikTok US operations deal meets the requirements of the 2024 law, signaling US confidence in China’s approval. Following a productive call between Trump and Xi Jinping, significant progress has been made on key issues, including the TikTok deal.
Ronda Rousey, the former MMA icon, is hinting at a possible return to fighting after a nine-year hiatus. Following her second child’s birth in early 2025, she’s back in training, sharing videos of her progress. While a fight with champion Kayla Harrison is rumored, Rousey has reservations about certain venues.
Farhan Akhtar’s ‘Don 3’ stars Ranveer Singh as the third Don, with Kriti Sanon as the female lead. Arjun Das is in talks to play the antagonist, marking his Hindi debut. International stunt teams are involved, aiming for Bond-like action. Filming begins in January, with realistic location shoots planned.
Suakati gram panchayat in Keonjhar district received the ‘jury award’ at the National Awards for e-Governance (NAeG) 2025 for its innovative use of technology to enhance governance and service delivery. The panchayat digitised essential services through platforms like Odisha One and Seva Odisha, ensuring 24×7 access and real-time tracking, setting a benchmark for effective digital…
