News Headlines Thursday | Indians Evacuated |19-06-2025
Key Points
The officials of Income Tax Department on Thursday conducted surprise raids at the residence of former minister Naba Das. According to reports, the raids were conducted at over 20 locations in connection with alleged tax evasion.
IT Dept Raid
The officials of Income Tax Department on Thursday conducted surprise raids at the residence of former minister Naba Das.According to reports, the raids were conducted at over 20 locations in connection with alleged tax evasion.
Indians Evacuated
The first flight carrying 110 Indian citizens, including 90 students from Jammu and Kashmir, arrived in New Delhi after being successfully evacuated from Iran, today, amid the escalating military conflict in the Middle East.
Israel-Iran Conflict
The Israel Defense Forces spokesman Effie Defrin said in a video statement that the Israeli Air Force has launched new attacks in western Iran. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for the immediate de-escalation of the Israeli-Iranian conflict and for an ensuing ceasefire.
Air India Crash
In a key step after the deadly Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner crash, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has released new draft rules to tighten control over physical structures that may pose risk to aircraft safety.
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✨Former PEO Arrested
The officials of Vigilance Department on Thursday arrested a former Panchayat Executive Officer of Daringbadi block, of Kandhamal district, for misappropriation of government funds. The accused officer has been identified as Akru Majhi.
India VS South Africa
The Odisha Cricket Association is considering a major shift in its ticketing strategy for the upcoming T20 International between India and South Africa, scheduled to be held at the iconic Barabati Stadium on December 9.
University Ranking Union
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has hailed the QS World University Rankings 2026, calling it a moment of "immense pride" for India. “With a record 54 higher education institutions featured among the world’s best, India has reached a new milestone in the QS World University Rankings 2026.
Half-Day Holiday
In view of possible traffic congestion due to a state-level programme scheduled to be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 20 in Bhubaneswar, Odisha Government declared a half-day holiday for all government offices in the city.
Holiday Extended
Due to rising cases of diarrhoea in Jajpur district, all schools and Anganwadi centers will remain closed until the 24th, as per the district administration's decision to ensure public safety.