Nine Mantras for Self-Reliance

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing devotees at Sri Krishna Matha in Udupi, urged citizens to adopt nine resolutions for a self-reliant India. He emphasized conserving water, supporting Swadeshi, uplifting the poor, promoting natural farming, using millets, practicing yoga, and visiting 25 heritage sites to strengthen cultural traditions.

Meditation for Unity

At the launch of Brahma Kumaris’ 2025-26 theme, Meditation for World Unity and Trust, President Droupadi Murmu said that India is striving to build an inclusive, peaceful, and healthy society by promoting yoga, meditation, and the International Day of Yoga globally.



Cyclone Ditwah Near Coast

Cyclonic Storm Ditwah, moving at 7–10 kmph, is currently positioned 320 km south-southeast of Karaikal and 530 km south of Chennai. The storm is expected to cross Sri Lanka and reach North Tamil Nadu and South Andhra coasts by November 30 morning.

Odisha Supplementary Budget

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi, who also holds the Finance portfolio, presented a supplementary budget Rs17,440 crore for 2025-26 in the State Assembly. The allocation will support flagship schemes in health, education, social security, and urban infrastructure alongside the Rs 2.90 lakh crore main budget.

Youth for Viksit Bharat

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan interacted with FinTech students of Global Finance & Technology Network and SDI Bhubaneswar alumni at the Edu Dialogue. He praised their aspirations, affirming that India’s youth are well positioned to drive the vision of a Viksit Bharat.

Odisha Revamps LWE Policy

The Odisha government has revamped its Surrender and Rehabilitation Scheme for Left Wing Extremists, offering financial aid, skill training, and welfare benefits. The revised policy aims to mainstream cadres, prevent fraudulent surrenders, and confiscate assets of those returning to extremist activities.

HC Bars On Teacher Transfers

The Orissa High Court has ruled that MLAs and MPs cannot recommend schoolteacher transfers, striking down a provision that allowed legislators to influence up to 15 cases. The judgment aims to safeguard transparency and prevent political interference in education administration.

Cold Wave Grips Odisha

Odisha reeled under a cold wave as temperatures dipped sharply, with Phulbani recording 5.4°C and 26 places below 15°C. According to the IMD, Jharsuguda and Angul saw minimum temperatures of 9.2°C and 9.6°C, nearly 5°C below normal.

Putin’s India Visit

Russian President Vladimir Putin will undertake a two-day state visit to India from December 4 for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit. He will attend the summit at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, strengthening bilateral ties.

India Beat New Zealand

The Indian men’s hockey team secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over New Zealand at the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup in Ipoh, Malaysia. Team India will play next match with Canada tomorrow.