BJD Suspends MLAs Amid Odisha New Party Buzz
BJD chief Naveen Patnaik suspends Arvind Mohapatra and Sanatan Mahakud, sparking speculation about a new regional party in Odisha. Party strength hits record low.
BJD chief Naveen Patnaik suspends Arvind Mohapatra and Sanatan Mahakud, sparking speculation about a new regional party in Odisha. Party strength hits record low.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the passing of industrialist Mohan Lal Mittal, father of steel magnate Lakshmi Mittal, praising his business acumen and cultural passion.
Biju Janata Dal suspends MLAs Arvind Mohapatra and Sanatan Mahakud for anti-party activities, raising political eyebrows ahead of crucial Rajya Sabha elections in Odisha.
An insurance team visited the force landing site near Rourkela to assess damage. Injured passengers remain in critical care, with one on ventilator support.
Indian High Commissioner Dinesh Patnaik accuses Canada of ignoring decades of warnings about anti-India extremists. He says Ottawa's inaction allows threats to operate openly.
India's High Commissioner to Canada Dinesh Patnaik strongly refutes allegations linking India to Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing, demanding concrete evidence during a televised interview.
Indian High Commissioner Dinesh Patnaik criticizes Canada for failing to act against extremists for decades, rejecting allegations about Nijjar killing and citing unresolved cases like the 1985 Air India bombing.
India's High Commissioner to Canada, Dinesh Patnaik, firmly denies government involvement in Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing, challenging Justin Trudeau to provide concrete evidence.
BJD president Naveen Patnaik held a meeting with party legislators in Bhubaneswar to review constituency development and strengthen the organisation's grassroots network.
A sudden dry grass fire caused smoke at Biju Patnaik International Airport. Operations remained smooth as authorities contained it within 30 minutes. Read the full report.
Uttarakhand recorded 1153 forest fire alerts in December 2025, the highest in three years. Officials blame dry weather and stubble burning. Read about the state's preparedness.
PM Modi offers condolences as Vedanta Group director Agnivesh Agarwal, son of Anil Agarwal, passes away at 49 following a skiing accident and cardiac arrest in the US. Read the full story.
DRI officers at Bhubaneswar's airport seized 2000 packets of duty-evaded imported cigarettes from a Dubai passenger. This marks the third such seizure in two years. Read more.
A massive rock collapse at a stone quarry in Odisha's Dhenkanal has trapped several workers. ODRAF teams are leading rescue efforts. Latest updates here.
Bangladesh Nationalist Party values EAM Jaishankar's message on Khaleda Zia's passing. The gesture highlights continued goodwill in India-Bangladesh relations. Read the full diplomatic exchange.
A massive rock collapse at a stone quarry in Odisha's Dhenkanal district has left several workers feared dead. Rescue teams are working tirelessly. Read for the latest updates and official reactions.
Odisha Crime Branch issues notice seeking evidence against ex-IAS VK Pandian for alleged extra-constitutional authority during Naveen Patnaik's tenure. Key political reactions emerge.
Dense fog paralysed Odisha for 3rd day, halting flights at Bhubaneswar airport for 4 hours and delaying trains up to 18 hours. IMD warns of continued fog till Jan 7. Read for full impact details.
Goa court offers profound sympathy to families of 25 victims killed in tragic Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub fire at Arpora. Read the full judicial statement.
DRI Bhubaneswar seized 8 kg marijuana from a Bangkok flight passenger. Valued at Rs 7.5 crore, the drug bust led to the arrest of the Mumbai carrier and a Kerala receiver after a 5-hour chase. Read the full details.
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi recalled former CM Janaki Ballabh Patnaik's scholarly and leadership qualities at his 100th birth anniversary. Read about his political journey and literary works.
Explore key events of January 3: the 1956 Eiffel Tower fire, Mars Rover Spirit landing, and birth anniversaries of Indian leaders like Janaki Patnaik. Discover how history shaped today.
The UAE conveyed its condolences to Switzerland following a deadly fire at the Crans-Montana ski resort. Read about the international response and details of the tragedy.
Dense fog in Odisha led to 2 flight cancellations & major train delays at Bhubaneswar airport. Rajdhani Express was 7+ hours late. IMD issues fog warnings. Read more.
Viral video exposes severe seating shortage at Bhubaneswar's Biju Patnaik Airport. Passengers forced to sit on floor, stairs due to flight delays. Airport authorities apologize, promise improvements.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar expressed India's condolences on the passing of former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia. Read about the diplomatic gesture and her political legacy.
Global leaders express condolences as former Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia passes away at 78. Read about the tributes and her political legacy.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia, highlighting her role in strengthening bilateral ties. Read more.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences on the passing of former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia, acknowledging her significant role in strengthening India-Bangladesh relations. Read the full story.
Biju Patnaik International Airport's old ATC tower will be demolished. The building will become a VVIP lounge for enhanced security. The new 44.2-metre tower is now fully operational.