Highlights / News Headlines, April 7
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Key Points
Just hours before the deadline, US President Donald Trump reversed his ultimatum on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and resumed military strikes against Iran.
Police Raid 32 Locations
Odisha Police raided 32 locations across Balasore, Bhadrak and Mayurbhanj under a cattle smuggling crackdown. Our source said over ₹50 lakh cash, gold, property papers, firearms and weapons were seized, and cattle rescued. Eighteen platoons were deployed under DIG Pinak Mishra.
Allocation Doubled
The Centre has doubled daily allocation of 5 kg free trade LPG cylinders for migrant labourers. The Petroleum Ministry said supply will be based on daily averages, exceeding the earlier 20% cap, with cylinders distributed via states and oil companies.
Chandan Yatra Preparations
The Chhatisanijog meeting was held at the Jagannath Temple office in Puri to finalize rituals for the upcoming Chandan Yatra starting April 20. The festival will mark the commencement of Rath construction and feature grand processions of deities to Narendra Pokhari. With huge devotee turnout expected, discussions focused on crowd control, ritual discipline, and smooth conduct of the celebrations.
Air India Hikes Fuel Surcharge
Air India has announced a hike in fuel surcharge across domestic and international routes as global jet fuel prices nearly doubled in March. The airline will adopt a distance-based surcharge for domestic flights, ranging from ₹299 to ₹899, while international routes will see charges up to $280. Despite the revision, Air India says it continues to absorb a significant portion of rising fuel costs.
Kharg Island under Attack
Just hours before the deadline, US President Donald Trump reversed his ultimatum on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and resumed military strikes against Iran. The Gulf nation’s critical oil hub, Kharg Island, came under attack, marking a major escalation in the ongoing conflict. Described as Tehran’s “crown jewel” of oil infrastructure, strategically vital island was reportedly hit by several strikes.
Pakistan’s ‘Smart Lockdown’
Amid the disruption in global energy supplies due to ongoing US-Iran conflict, Pakistan has announced a “smart lockdown.” The government has ordered markets, malls, and commercial centres in Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, Islamabad, Gilgit-Baltistan, and PoK to close by 8 PM, with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa headquarters allowed until 9 PM.
Artemis II Makes History
Astronauts aboard Artemis II re-established contact with NASA after a 40-minute communication blackout, marking a key moment in the first human lunar flyby mission in over 50 years.
Veteran Producer Passes Away
Odia film producer Rabi Swain died around 6 am Tuesday while under treatment for liver cirrhosis, our source said. He passed away at a private hospital in Bhubaneswar and was known for films like “Jor Jar Mulak Tar” and “Udandi Sita”.
Odisha Police raided 32 locations across Balasore, Bhadrak and Mayurbhanj under a cattle smuggling crackdown. Our source said over ₹50 lakh cash, gold, property papers, firearms and weapons were seized, and cattle rescued. Eighteen platoons were deployed under DIG Pinak Mishra.
Allocation Doubled
The Centre has doubled daily allocation of 5 kg free trade LPG cylinders for migrant labourers. The Petroleum Ministry said supply will be based on daily averages, exceeding the earlier 20% cap, with cylinders distributed via states and oil companies.
Chandan Yatra Preparations
The Chhatisanijog meeting was held at the Jagannath Temple office in Puri to finalize rituals for the upcoming Chandan Yatra starting April 20. The festival will mark the commencement of Rath construction and feature grand processions of deities to Narendra Pokhari. With huge devotee turnout expected, discussions focused on crowd control, ritual discipline, and smooth conduct of the celebrations.
Air India Hikes Fuel Surcharge
Air India has announced a hike in fuel surcharge across domestic and international routes as global jet fuel prices nearly doubled in March. The airline will adopt a distance-based surcharge for domestic flights, ranging from ₹299 to ₹899, while international routes will see charges up to $280. Despite the revision, Air India says it continues to absorb a significant portion of rising fuel costs.
Kharg Island under Attack
Just hours before the deadline, US President Donald Trump reversed his ultimatum on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and resumed military strikes against Iran. The Gulf nation’s critical oil hub, Kharg Island, came under attack, marking a major escalation in the ongoing conflict. Described as Tehran’s “crown jewel” of oil infrastructure, strategically vital island was reportedly hit by several strikes.
Pakistan’s ‘Smart Lockdown’
Amid the disruption in global energy supplies due to ongoing US-Iran conflict, Pakistan has announced a “smart lockdown.” The government has ordered markets, malls, and commercial centres in Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, Islamabad, Gilgit-Baltistan, and PoK to close by 8 PM, with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa headquarters allowed until 9 PM.
Artemis II Makes History
Astronauts aboard Artemis II re-established contact with NASA after a 40-minute communication blackout, marking a key moment in the first human lunar flyby mission in over 50 years.
Veteran Producer Passes Away
Odia film producer Rabi Swain died around 6 am Tuesday while under treatment for liver cirrhosis, our source said. He passed away at a private hospital in Bhubaneswar and was known for films like “Jor Jar Mulak Tar” and “Udandi Sita”.
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