The Odisha Assembly commenced its monsoon session with tributes to deceased member Rajendra Dholakia and six former legislators. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi moved a condolence motion, acknowledging their contributions alongside those of deceased Odisha Police and IR Battalion personnel.
Odisha government is actively pursuing both mutual dialogue and legal proceedings to resolve the Mahanadi water dispute with Chhattisgarh. CM Mohan Charan Majhi informed the assembly that the state is engaging with the Mahanadi Water Disputes Tribunal and initiating water conservation measures, including construction of storage projects and barrages. Discussions are underway at multiple levels…
Odisha’s water resources department has introduced a standard operating procedure (SOP) to streamline right of way (RoW) permissions for pipeline corridors near water bodies. This move aims to boost infrastructural development and administrative efficiency. The SOP outlines a 45-day timeline for processing applications, mandatory field inspections, and technical evaluations.
Satya Nadella, Microsoft CEO, expresses concern about the company’s future. He worries about Microsoft’s relevance in the age of Artificial Intelligence. Nadella cites Digital Equipment Corporation as a cautionary example. He acknowledges employee concerns about company culture. Nadella pledges to improve trust and empathy within Microsoft. He aims to attract top talent and avoid past…
UFC Fight Night in Perth on September 28, 2025, faces a setback as Junior Tafa vs. Ibo Aslan is cancelled due to injury. The highly anticipated knockout bout is off, reducing the card to 14 fights. Justin Tafa’s fight is now on the main card, and Crute vs. Erslan moves up.
Landslides have severely damaged a stretch of National Highway-157 in Kalinga Ghat, disrupting travel between Ganjam and Kandhamal. The NHAI has initiated repair work, estimating 7 to 10 days to restore a single route, weather permitting. Commuters are advised to use alternate routes, while authorities explore permanent solutions to prevent future landslides.
Kusal Mendis’s composed 74 led Sri Lanka to a six-wicket victory over Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi, securing their spot in the Asia Cup’s Super Four stage and eliminating Afghanistan. Nuwan Thushara’s four wickets restricted Afghanistan to 169, despite Mohammad Nabi’s explosive 60. Sri Lanka’s composed batting and Afghanistan’s fielding errors proved decisive in the pressure…
Odisha is set to witness a significant boost in its maritime infrastructure with a Rs 70,000 crore investment. The state government is partnering with Sagarmala Finance Corporation and other port authorities to develop a deep-sea greenfield port at Bahuda and a port-led industrial zone.
