Politics
19-Year-Old Maoist Woman Surrenders in Rourkela, Cites Harassment and Policy
A 19-year-old female Maoist rebel surrendered to Rourkela police, disillusioned by ideology and harassment. She will receive Rs 2.65 lakh under Odisha's rehabilitation policy, as officials urge others to follow.
World
Odisha Releases 12 GPS-Tagged Gharials into Mahanadi Gorge to Boost Critically Endangered Species
The wildlife wing of Odisha's forest department released 12 GPS-tagged gharials into the Mahanadi gorge at Satkosia Tiger Reserve to aid species recovery. This brings the total wild gharial count to 27, with ongoing monitoring to assess adaptation and sur
Entertainment
Tollywood Actor's Drowning Death Sparks Safety Concerns in Odisha Film Industry
Balasore police confirm no foul play in Tollywood actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee's drowning death during serial shoot. Investigation reveals production lacked police permission and safety protocols, highlighting regulatory vacuum in Odisha's film industry.
Business
PropShare Celestia's Rs 244 Crore IPO to Open on April 10: Price Band and Details
PropShare Celestia's Rs 244 crore IPO will open on April 10, 2026, with a price band of Rs 1,200-1,250 per share. The issue closes on April 12, with shares listing on BSE and NSE on April 17.
Sports
Lifestyle
Technology
Apple Removes VPN Apps from Russian App Store
Apple has reportedly delisted several VPN and proxy apps from its Russian App Store, including Streisand and Happ Proxy Utility, following Russia's intensified internet censorship efforts.
Headphone Zone Launches Juzear Defiant IEM Under Rs 10,000
Headphone Zone expands its portfolio with the Juzear Defiant IEM, featuring a hybrid driver setup and two variants priced at Rs 8,999 and Rs 9,999, designed for audiophiles and everyday use.
Apollo Code Legacy Powers NASA's Artemis II Moon Mission
Margaret Hamilton's pioneering software engineering for Apollo missions enabled the 1969 Moon landing. Now, her legacy influences NASA's Artemis II, advancing lunar exploration with modern technology.
Solar Flare Disrupts Signals, No Impact on Artemis II
A powerful X1.4-class solar flare caused radio blackouts in Asia and Australia, but NASA confirms it will not affect the Artemis II launch scheduled for April 1, 2026.
iOS 26.5 Beta 1: Apple Maps Ads, RCS Encryption
Apple has released iOS 26.5 Beta 1, introducing Apple Maps ads, RCS encryption for secure messaging, and other features. This update marks a significant step in Apple's ecosystem expansion.
