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BJD and Congress bracing up to attack the BJP government over a host of issues, including alleged assault on a government servant in Puri Raj Bhavan and Rath Yatra «mismanagement». During its legislative party meeting on Saturday evening, principal opposition BJD decided to raise alleged mismanagement during Lord Jagannath's Rath Yatra, law and order situation in the state, «assault» on an assistant section officer (ASO) at the Raj Bhavan in Puri and prevailing price rise of essential items, among other issues. BJD chief whip Pramila Mallick said the BJP had promised many things, including free 300 units of electricity and paddy MSP before the polls. «We will see whether the new government fulfils those or not,» she added.

Tata Education Trust, later renewed. This event cast a spotlight on the instability and challenges faced by India’s philanthropies and nonprofits. Shortly after, the Centre for Financial Accountability's parent trust had its Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) licence revoked. Many prominent NGOs and think tanks in India are now struggling, along with the communities they serve. In the past few years, the sector has faced administrative hurdles, financial losses, and workforce reductions, retreating from various areas of service. Accurate data on the sector's impact is hard to come by due to the broad definition of civil society organisations, encompassing grassroots groups, large networks, faith-based organisations, research bodies, social movements, and youth groups.

Halo series by Paramount+ has sparked a significant reaction among fans and industry observers. The show's abrupt end after two seasons has prompted discussions about its future and potential resurrection elsewhere.

A 33-year-old Iranian woman who had been in the country less than two months was found dead inside a suitcase in St. John’s on Tuesday, according to the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary.

Bengaluru mall sparked outrage online after the authorities refused to grant entry to an elderly farmer who was dressed in a traditional dhoti-kurta. Recently, an entrepreneur revealed that he and his friend were denied entry to an upscale Bengaluru restaurant because they wore slippers instead of proper shoes. Taking to X on Wednesday, Ganesh Sonawane, the CEO of founder of shoewear brand Frido revealed that he had gone to the eatery with his friend and fellow entrepreneur, Ather co-founder Swapnil Jain. However, both of them were denied entry as they did not adhere to the dress code: Shoes. Both of them were wearing slippers so had to return shamefacedly. “True story: Swapnil, Ather co-founder, and I had once gone to a restaurant in Bengaluru and were denied entry because of wearing slippers instead of shoes,” wrote Sonawane on X.

A grand experiment is underway in Nevada where an endangered desert wildflower stands in the way of a mining company's plans to dig for lithium to help speed production of batteries for electric cars and other green energy projects

Italy for vacation, some locals have grown tired of tourists treating their cities like a playground.In Florence, photos of a female tourist groping a beloved statue and miming a sex act have triggered outrage, with some officials calling for an end to bad behaviour from foreigners.The photos were shared to Instagram on Tuesday. In one of the two blurry images, a woman is seen standing on the base of a life-sized statue of the Roman god Bacchus as she holds onto the sculpture and pretends to kiss it.

Kelsey Grammer is back as the titular character, Frasier Crane, navigating a new phase of his life. The first season of the revival saw familiar faces like Bebe Neuwirth as Lilith and Peri Gilpin in the finale as Roz. Fans are now eager to know what the future holds for this iconic character and his ensemble cast.

Allu Arjun and director Sukumar? If reports are to be believed, the one undefeatable actor-director duo, who delivered many blockbusters such as ‘Pushpa’ and the incredibly successful ‘Arya’ franchise may no longer be on talking terms! Rumors are circulating that Allu Arjun is upset with director Sukumar, potentially causing a delay in the film's screening. Fans speculate that the National Award-winning actor may have had a falling out with Sukumar after they spotted Allu Arjun on a flight during a family holiday without his distinctive Pushpa look. Fans noted reports indicating the film is set to wrap in August. Given this schedule, Allu Arjun would ideally have kept his long beard for the role. However, a viral video on X shows the actor boarding a flight with a fresh, handsome look. Despite the new beard style, his haircut remained consistent with his Pushpa appearance. It is also possible that the team is experimenting with a different look for a specific part of the film.

The Mirage is about to vanish from the Las Vegas Strip

Tijuana in North Mexico had discovered a tunnel that was being used to smuggle drugs into the US. The investigating authorities have come across a unique challenge. They are unable to proceed with the investigation without being able to arrange sufficient quantity of Oxygen tanks. The tunnel is believed to be so long that it needs sufficient quantities of oxygen to enter and sustain one’s self inside it. Mexico has emerged as a safe haven for the shipment and sale of drugs. Many of these tunnels extend into the US and the forces in these bordering states are actively contributing towards preventing smuggling of drugs.

An Israeli drone strike on a car near the Lebanon-Syria border HAS killed a prominent Syrian businessman who was sanctioned by the United States and had close ties to the government of Syria’s President Bashar Assad

Niti Aayog has said. Niti Aayog, in a report titled 'Domestic Manufacturing Capacity & Potential Cyber Security Challenges in the Wind Sector and Way Forward', said wind turbines' capability to exchange information through power plant controllers (PPC) poses a significant cybersecurity threat. «The PPC software is of critical importance and associated with risks — used in the device which connects the wind farm directly to the national/state grid. »PPC OEMs of foreign origin, especially neighbouring countries, need to be examined, and a call needs to be taken for their suspension while not adhering to the protocol," it said.

Over the years I have started reading the inside pages of newspapers more carefully, given that the news that’s published on a front page is typically available on digital media much before it is published the next morning.

Congress MLA Roopakala Shashidhar was the first legislator to be recorded by the cameras on arrival at the Assembly for the monsoon session, which began today as the new system became operational. The first MLA to be captured exiting was Tiptur's Shadakshari of Congress. Speaker U T Khader noted that there is a practice of recognising MLAs who come early to the Assembly before the quorum bells are rung and their names are read out in appreciation by the Chair.

Kim Kardashian and Khloe Kardashian stole the spotlight at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s grand wedding in Mumbai. The Kardashian sisters turned heads in exquisite outfits crafted by acclaimed Indian fashion designer Manish Malhotra, sharing numerous photos and videos of their glamorous looks on social media. Khloe Kardashian showcased the lavish wedding celebrations through her Snapchat stories, providing her followers with an inside look at the opulent event. However, one of her comments sparked a flurry of reactions online. In a video, Khloe flaunted her stunning Manish Malhotra lehenga, referring to him as a “local designer.” “You guys, how beautiful are my clothes?” Khloe said in the video. “They’re all so beautifully designed by a local designer. I’ll get you his name, but look at the details. Everything is so spectacular.”

With around 350,000 homes and businesses still without power in the Houston area almost a week after Hurricane Beryl hit Texas, Gov. Greg Abbott says he’s demanding an investigation into the response of the utility that serves the Houston area

luxury brands to take note. Industry insiders said Hyderabad is now snapping at the heels of Delhi and Mumbai and is a market to watch out for. «In 2012, we had only three entrants from Hyderabad on the Hurun Rich list. Fast forward to 2023, and that number has surged to 87,” said Anas Rahman Junaid, founder and chief researcher, Hurun India.

shooting with multiple victims at a Birmingham nightclub late Saturday, while an earlier shooting outside a home in the city killed three people including a young child, police in Alabama said. Officers responded shortly after 11 p.m. to a report of multiple people shot outside a nightclub on the 3400 Block of 27th Street North, Birmingham Police Department Officer Truman Fitzgerald said in a video posted on social media. Birmingham Fire and Rescue personnel pronounced one man dead on a sidewalk near the nightclub. Two women were pronounced dead inside the club, Fitzgerald said. A second man was pronounced dead at University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital, where at least nine additional victims were being treated for gunshot wounds, he said.

Germany had been sailing through the Euro Championships, with only one team more imperious than them — the Spanish. Unfortunately, the draw meant they couldn't meet each other in the final. So a QF meeting had to do. From the morning you could see everyone and everything sporting the German tricolour, kids wearing Die Mannschaft kits. One German friend booked us a table in a restaurant-cum-biergarten where we had a prime view of the huge screen. 'Please get there early!' he had said. And sure enough, he was already there protecting our group's table when I reached. Under the awning of the beautiful gravel courtyard, the other tables behind us quickly filled up. When Germans want to feel good they eat the abominable currywurst. Sure enough, two people at our table order a plate each.

Jurors on Thursday heard testimony from a crime scene technician who alleged live bullets were found in several places on the Rust set, including inside a prop holster carried by actor Jensen Ackles.