74 Police Personnel Engaged, Rs 3 Crore Spent Annually For Security Of BJD Leader VK Pandian: RTI

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by Hemanta Pande

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As many as 74 Police personnel have been engaged for the security of BJD leader VK Pandian, according to information received under a right to information or RTI application.

Bhubaneswar, Mar 29: As many as 74 Police personnel have been engaged for the security of Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leader VK Pandian, according to information received under a right to information or RTI application.

The Commissionerate Police, in its response to an RTI query by activist Prakash Chandra Das, informed that as many as two armed Sub-Inspector (SI) of Police, 12 Havildars, 60 constables, including 4 women constables have been engaged for the security of former IAS officer and 5T & Nabin Odisha Chairman, VK Pandian.

More than 3 crore rupees are being spent annually for Pandian's security, it said.

"Pandian thinks he is an emperor, so his arrogance has increased so much that he is doing whatever he wants in the State, wasting crores of rupees from the state exchequer and hard-earned money of the taxpayers by taking such police protection," alleged another RTI activist.

Also Read: BJD Using Police, Govt Machinery To Influence Voters In 2024 Polls: Pradeep Panigrahi

Meanwhile RTI activist Prakash Chandra Das urged the State government to withdraw such a large number of police personnel engaged for the protection of Pandian.

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X to make live content more engaging, reach more users: Musk

by Utkalika Mohanty

New Delhi, May 16: Tesla CEO Elon Musk on Thursday said the X platform will soon launch more features to make live content more engaging and reach a wider audience.

When X senior security engineer Nathan McGrady asked what is the worst thing about live content on the platform, a user replied: “Discoverability”.

“It’s not being pushed by the algorithm. There’s no dedicated live content tab,” said the X user.

He further said that people viewing the live content are completely dependent on the performance of a tweet.

“That’s not an incredibly reliable way to discover,” he posted.

The tech billionaire replied: “High priority fix”.

Another Musk follower suggested that he would love to see being able to go live with a group of users, like “host a panel discussion or debate, like StreamYard and other tools”.

Super chats will also arrive for live content soon, said the company.

Some X users also raised questions about the edit button that has been taken off the live videos after the live stream is over.

“That was a super valuable tool that makes the ‘replay’ look less appealing,” said a user.

Last week, the Tesla and SpaceX CEO said users can post movies, TV series or podcasts on the platform and earn money.

(IANS)

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"My Brother, PROUD": Virat Kohli pays tribute to Indian footballing legend Sunil Chhetri

by Utkalika Mohanty

New Delhi, May 16: India star batter Virat Kohli feels 'proud' of the country's football captain Sunil Chhetri's decision to retire from the international career after the FIFA World Cup 2026 Preliminary Joint Qualification Round 2 match against Kuwait in Kolkata on June 6.

On Thursday, Chhetri took to social media, announcing his decision to bid adieu to the Indian football team following a stunning career of representing Blue Tigers for 19 years.

Commenting on the striker's Instagram post, Kohli wrote, "My brother (with a heart emoji). Proud."

The 39-year-old striker is one of the most decorated footballers that the country has ever produced. He has also been an inspirational figure for the budding athletes in the country. In 145 matches for India, he netted 94 goals, the most for the country. Ex-India captain Bhaichung Bhutia is second on the list with 42 goals to his name.

(IANS)

Fake marriage registration scam busted in Godhra; 100 certificates issued in 1 month, 550 in 6 month

by Utkalika Mohanty

Fake marriage registration scam busted in Godhra; 100 certificates issued in one month, 550 in six months

Godhra, May 16: A fake marriage registration scam has surfaced in Godhra, Gujarat.

A Talati-cum-Mantri (Village Panchayat Secretary) of Bhadrala Village in Godhra registered 100 fake marriages in just one month.

An investigation found that over the last six months, the Talati registered 550 fake marriages and issued certificates for these unions.

The scam is not limited to Godhra and officials said that fugitive couples from Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan were also involved in obtaining fake marriage certificates through the Talati.

“The continuous rise of such cases in the state raises serious concerns about the legitimacy of marriage registrations. The Talati was not only involved in registering marriages within Godhra but also catered to fugitive couples from outside Gujarat,” sources added.