Goa University postponed its student council elections to December 23 after the district collector invoked the election code of conduct for Zilla Panchayat polls. The last-minute change sparked protests on campus.
A 17-year-old boy details the horrific gang rape of his friend in Bhubaneswar. The attackers filmed the assault and threatened to leak the video. Police have made arrests.
Brown University campus plunged into a 12-hour lockdown after reports of gunshots. Students barricaded, classes canceled. Details on the police response and campus safety measures.
South Korea's pioneering popping dancer Poppin Hyun Joon resigns from Baekseok Arts University after students accused him of inappropriate conduct. Read the full story.
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi launches the Pharmaceutical and Medical Devices Policy 2025, aiming to attract investments and create jobs. The state announces two dedicated industrial parks. Read more.
DMET Odisha announces revised schedule for NEET PG 2025 Round 2 counselling. Choice filling from Dec 18-20. Check eligibility, key dates, and reporting details here.
A 26-year-old science teacher in Florida was arrested for unlawful sexual activity with a minor student. The abuse, facilitated via a shared Google Doc, occurred at school and his apartment. Read the shocking details.
YSRCP & Congress MPs to move adjournment motions over sexual abuse of a 22-year-old Odisha student at Tirupati's National Sanskrit University. Police probe alleged cover-up by university management.
Severe cold wave grips Odisha with G Udayagiri recording 4.4°C. IMD warns of continued low temperatures for next 4-5 days. Read for details on affected districts and forecasts.
BSE Odisha has announced the Class 10 exam schedule for 2026. Check dates, download the timetable from bseodisha.ac.in, and prepare for exams starting February 19.
Jammu and Kashmir Police take swift action, registering an FIR against an Assistant Sub-Inspector in Doda after a video surfaces showing him assaulting a biker. Read the full details.
Odisha's new Pharma & Medtech Policy 2025 aims to make the state a strategic hub for healthcare manufacturing. The policy includes plans for dedicated industrial parks and a roadmap aligned with India's 2047 vision. Read more.
Amid a week-long shutdown, senior professor Dhruba Bhattacharyya assumes charge as acting VC of Tezpur University. Read the full story on the unfolding campus crisis and leadership tussle.
Panjab University delivered a stellar performance at KIUG 2025, winning 65 medals and securing overall championships in yoga and judo. Discover the details of their historic achievement.
A special Pocso court in Keonjhar sentenced a 60-year-old man to 20 years rigorous imprisonment for raping a 14-year-old girl in 2020. The court also imposed a fine. Read the full details of the verdict.
Kerala Police establishes a Special Investigation Team to probe a fresh sexual assault complaint against expelled Congress MLA Eldhose Kunnappilly. Details on the case and political fallout inside.
Allahabad University launches a major review of 2025 admissions after discovering graduates re-enrolled using false documents. Police inquiry pending. Details inside.
A guest lecturer in Bhubaneswar was terminated and arrested for allegedly harassing a minor student and seeking sexual favours for good grades. A committee has been formed to probe.
Odisha Police enhance night security with checkpoints from 1 AM to 5 AM to protect women workers and tourists. New law allows women's night shifts. Read details.
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi announces a committee headed by ex-IAS Ashok Tripathy to review long-pending demands of teaching & non-teaching staff. Report due in 6 months.
Allahabad High Court revives a 37-year-old case where a former SP threatened to drag a Sessions Judge to the police station. The court demands action, refusing to ignore the misconduct due to time lapse.
Odisha assembly passes Jan Vishwas Bill 2025, decriminalising outdated provisions in 16 laws to boost ease of doing business and ease of living. Read the key reforms.
A Jajpur court sentenced a 20-year-old man to 20 years imprisonment for raping a minor. The court also imposed a fine and ordered Rs 7 lakh compensation for the survivor. Read the full details.
Two youths arrested in Sambalpur for allegedly raping a 13-year-old girl and attempting to assault her 17-year-old sister. Police confirm swift action. Read the full report.
Bharathidasan University's 40th convocation, postponed to December, will see Governor R N Ravi presiding. Over 700 students, including a state minister, will receive degrees. Details inside.
Odisha faces delays in 705 multi-village water supply projects. Minister V Somanna cites land acquisition & contractor issues. Learn about state's corrective measures & plans to tackle water scarcity.
A 51-year-old Mumbai businesswoman was held at gunpoint, stripped and threatened by pharmaceutical company executives. Mumbai Police registers case under multiple sections.
Kerala Home Department suspends Deputy SP Umesh A after inquiry finds he sexually exploited a woman in custody and accepted bribes. Full details of the police misconduct case.
Odisha CM Majhi inaugurates Industry Conclave 2025, highlighting state's MSME growth, 6.1% GDP infrastructure investment & plans to become eastern India's MSME gateway. Read more.
Faridabad police SHO suspended for mishandling land dispute investigation. Action taken after complaint reveals procedural lapses in plot dispute case.