Prez Murmu Addresses Assembly

President Droupadi Murmu addressed the Odisha Legislative Assembly in a historic session, recalling her journey as legislator and minister. She highlighted women’s rising representation, Odisha’s rich resources, and urged commitment to building a prosperous, leading state by 2036.

 

CM Majhi Welcomes President Murmu

CM Mohan Charan Majhi called President Droupadi Murmu’s visit to the Odisha Assembly a historic moment, as she addressed the House for the first time in 75 years.

 

Kalinga Atithi Nivas Inaugurated

President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the Kalinga Atithi Nivas at the Raj Bhavan premises in Bhubaneswar during her two-day visit to Odisha. The newly constructed facility is designed to provide accommodation for visiting VVIPs and dignitaries.

 

Urban Policy Dialogues 2025

Odisha showcased its ambitious vision for building future-ready, sustainable, and citizen-centric cities at the Urban Policy Dialogues 2025, organised by the Indian Institute for Human Settlements in Bengaluru. Usha Padhee, Principal Secretary of the Odisha Housing & Urban Development Department, participated as a panellist in the session.

 

Skyroot's Infinity Campus Inaugurated

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated space startup Skyroot Aerospace's Infinity Campus and unveiled its first orbital rocket, Vikram-I, during a virtual event stating that, India is witnessing unprecedented opportunities in the space sector.

 

Act of Terror

Two National Guard soldiers were critically wounded in a daylight shooting near the White House by an Afghan national with US military ties. The suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, was apprehended after a firefight. US President Donald Trump labelled the incident as “an act of terror.”

 

Massive Fire In Hong Kong

At least 44 people were killed, and another 45 were injured in a fire that broke out in Wang Fuk Court, a residential area in Tai Po of Hong Kong, the Hong Kong Police Force said at a press briefing.

 

India, Indonesia Strategic Ties

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and his Indonesian counterpart Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin co-chaired the third India-Indonesia Defence Ministers’ Dialogue in New Delhi. Both leaders reaffirmed long-standing strategic partnership and deepening bilateral defence cooperation between the two sides.

 

Sultan Azlan Shah Cup

Indian men’s hockey team delivered a strong performance, winning 3-2 against New Zealand in a competitive match at the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup Stadium in Ipoh.

 

 

Winter Chill To Return

Odisha’s cold wave to intensify again from December 3. According to the India Meteorological Department, the night temperature is expected to drop further by 2-3°C over the next two days.