World Elephant Day
August 12 marks World Elephant Day, a global movement to raise awareness about the plight of elephants and the urgent need to protect them. This year’s theme was “Matriarchs & Memories."

Strategic Diplomacy
Ahead of the August 15 Trump-Putin summit in Alaska, Ukrainian President Zelensky spoke with PM Modi, discussing the Russia-Ukraine war, strengthening bilateral ties, and exploring India’s possible role in promoting peace and diplomatic resolution.

No Gold Tariffs
US President Donald Trump has said his administration will not impose tariffs on gold imports, an announcement following days of speculation that gold bars might be subject to country-specific duties.

Special Invitation
In a proud moment for Odisha, Jyoti Reddy, a successful “Lakhpati Didi” from Ganjam district, has been invited to participate in the 79th Independence Day celebrations at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi.

Remembering Dr. Vikram Sarabhai
While India is among global space-faring nations today, Dr. Vikram Sarabhai was the visionary space scientist who laid the foundation for Indian Space Programme, said the Indian Space Research Organisation, celebrating his 106th birth anniversary.

Mega Tiranga Rally
In a landmark Independence Day celebration, Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district witnessed a record-setting Mega Tiranga Rally featuring a 1508-metre-long national flag.

Investigation Underway
A multi-angle investigation into the tragic incident in Odisha involving a 13-year-old girl from Firingimal village in Bargarh district, who succumbed to burn injuries after allegedly setting herself on fire, is underway.

Gaming Costs Life
In a heartbreaking incident in Guhalipada village under Singla police limits in Odisha’s Balasore district, a Class 8 student allegedly committed suicide after a dispute over mobile phone usage and online gaming. The deceased was reportedly addicted to online games.

Bureaucracy Under Watch
In a bid to enhance administrative efficiency and public service delivery, the Odisha government has rolled out a 10-point directive aimed at improving governance across departments. One of the most notable reforms is the installation of AI-powered surveillance cameras in government offices.

I-Day Assignments
The Odisha Govt has announced a district-wise assignment of ministers to hoist the national flag across the state on 79th Independence Day on August 15. CM Mohan Charan Majhi will lead the state-level ceremony in Bhubaneswar, where he will hoist the tricolour.