PM’s Letter to Nation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed Diwali wishes to the nation through a letter, invoking the spirit of Lord Ram. He drew a parallel between Lord Ram’s values and Operation Sindoor, stating that just as Ram symbolizes dignity and righteousness, he also inspires the fight against injustice.


Police Commemoration Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to the bravery of police personnel and remembered their ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty on the occasion of Police Commemoration Day.



Fire Ravages Cashew Unit
A devastating fire at a cashew processing factory in Gajapati's Goshani Block has reduced cashew stock worth approximately ₹1.60 crore to ashes. The blaze, which raged for over 10 hours, left the factory completely gutted and caused serious injuries to two individuals.



Diwali Turns Tragic
Two young men sustained injuries while transporting firecrackers on their scooter near Aparnanagar under Chauliaganj Police Station limits in Cuttack. In a separate incident, a fire broke out in a parked car in the Dal Mill Lane area of Pithapur, Cuttack.


Drugs Worth Lakhs Seized
Customs officials at Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar have seized drugs worth over Rs 25 lakh and detained three persons in connection with the case. The contraband was reportedly smuggled in from Dubai.



Leaders Mourn Asrani’s Demise
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi and other leaders expressed deep sorrow over the demise of veteran actor Govardhan Asrani, remembering his cinematic legacy that brought joy and laughter to millions.



Historic Moment for Japan
Japan’s Parliament has elected Takaichi Sanae as the country’s first female Prime Minister. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated her, expressing hope to work closely to deepen the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership.



Five Years in Prison
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has become the first ex-leader since the Second World War to go to jail. He will serve a five-year sentence for using funds from Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi to finance his 2007 campaign.



Odisha Braces For More Rains
The Indian Meteorological Department's Regional Centre has reported intensified rainfall across Odisha as a well-marked low-pressure area forms over the Bay of Bengal. A red alert is issued for southern regions, while 13 districts are under yellow alert.



Pant Named Captain
Rishabh Pant is set to make his competitive cricket comeback after a long injury break, with the BCCI Selection Committee naming him captain of the India A squad for two four-day matches against South Africa.