Andhra Gets Big Push

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for multiple development projects worth around Rs 13,430 crore in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. Earlier in the day, PM Modi offered prayers at Sri Bhramaramba Mallikarjuna Swamy temple in Srisailam.

NSG Marks 41st Anniversary

India’s elite counter-terrorism force, the National Security Guard (NSG), celebrates its 41st Raising Day today. Union Home Minister Amit Shah extended greetings to NSG personnel, acknowledging their dedication and service to national security.

NHRC Day Observed

Former President Ram Nath Kovind stated that India has developed a strong framework for human rights while speaking at the 32nd NHRC Foundation Day and National Conference on Rights of Prison Inmates held in New Delhi.

BJP Unveils Star Campaigners

Ahead of the Nuapada bypoll, the BJP has announced a list of 40 star campaigners, including Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The list also includes State BJP President Manmohan Samal, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Tribal Affairs Minister Jual Oram, and Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai among others.

Naveen turns 79

Former Odisha Chief Minister and BJD President Naveen Patnaik turns 79 today. Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and several prominent leaders extended greetings to Patnaik.

Southwest Monsoon Withdraws

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) announced the complete withdrawal of the Southwest Monsoon from the entire country today. Odisha recorded near-normal rainfall during the monsoon season.

Mahaprasad Ad Row

The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration in Puri has filed a police complaint against misleading advertisements falsely promoting 'Mahaprasad'. Authorities stated that unauthorized use of the sacred offering's name could mislead devotees and harm religious sentiments.

DA Hiked

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced a 3% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) for state government employees. The increase raises the DA from 55% to 58%, effective retrospectively from July 1, 2025. This decision is expected to benefit approximately 8.5 lakh government employees and pensioners across the state.

Trump Praises PM Modi

US President Donald Trump praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a great leader and called India an incredible country. He expressed interest in meeting Modi during the upcoming ASEAN Summit in Malaysia, highlighting strong US-India relations.

Williamson Joins LSG

New Zealand cricket star Kane Williamson has been appointed strategic advisor for IPL team Lucknow Super Giants, succeeding Zaheer Khan. Williamson’s experience is expected to bring fresh insights to LSG’s strategy ahead of the next IPL season.