Talks Collapse in PoK, Fresh Protests Likely
New Delhi: The relative calm restored in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) in October is set to end after talks between the region’s Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) and the Pakistan government…
India’s Natural Gas Consumption Seen Rising 3–4% in FY27: ICRA
New Delhi: India’s natural gas consumption is projected to grow by 3–4 per cent year-on-year in FY27, following a period of near-term moderation in FY26, according to a latest report…
Dense Fog Lowers Bhubaneswar Temperature to 20°C, Disrupts Flights
Bhubaneswar: Dense fog engulfed Bhubaneswar on Thursday, causing a sharp dip in temperatures and disrupting air travel. The city’s temperature dropped to 20°C, with readings at 11:30 am hovering around…
Explosion at Swiss Alpine Resort Bar During New Year Celebrations Kills Several
Crans-Montana (Switzerland): A powerful explosion ripped through a crowded bar in the upscale Alpine resort town of Crans-Montana during New Year celebrations, killing multiple people and injuring several others, Swiss…
President Murmu Inaugurates IGNOU, Skill Centres at Rairangpur; Launches #SkilltheNation Challenge
Bhubaneswar: President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday virtually inaugurated the IGNOU Regional Centre and a Skill Centre at Rairangpur in Odisha, a major step towards expanding access to higher education and…
BJP, Allies Back Bhagwat’s Call for Social Harmony and Inclusivity
New Delhi: A day after Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat called for greater social harmony across the country, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday welcomed his remarks,…
Ponting Raises Concerns Over Green, Labuschagne Ahead of Ashes Test
New Delhi: Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has raised concerns over Cameron Green’s batting approach ahead of what is expected to be a decisive fifth Ashes Test, urging the all-rounder…
Odisha FC CEO Raj Athwal Steps Down Amid Leadership Transition
New Delhi: Odisha FC is undergoing a significant transition at the top, with Chief Executive Officer Raj Athwal stepping down from his role just days after the club mutually parted…
Hindu Ansar Member Shot Dead by Colleague in Bangladesh’s Mymensingh, Accused Arrested
Dhaka: In another incident of violence involving a member of the Hindu minority in Bangladesh, a Hindu man was shot dead by a colleague in Bhaluka upazila of Mymensingh district,…
CM Majhi Extends New Year 2026 Greetings, Offices to Function Normally
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday extended his warm greetings and best wishes to the people on the occasion of the English New Year 2026. As January 1…