At the 24th SCO Council of Heads of State meeting in Astana, PM Modi urged for a decisive response against cross-border terrorism. Delivered by S. Jaishankar, his remarks emphasized combating terrorism and respecting territorial integrity.
Amidst ongoing speculation of infighting within the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), 24 corporators addressed a presser to claim unity, while Mahasupkar accused some MLAs of instigating division. Mayor Sulochana Das reiterated the party's united front.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Astana to discuss border peace and rebuilding relations. They emphasized respecting the LAC and agreed to step up diplomatic and military meetings.
A significant rift has emerged within the BJD, highlighted by corporator Amaresh Jena's 'Vibhishana' remark. Accusations of internal division and corruption are causing turbulence in the party, with factions led by Ashok Panda and Ananta Narayan Jena facing off against those aligned with Amaresh Jena and Biranchi Mahasupkar.
Champai Soren resigned as Jharkhand Chief Minister. Hemant Soren, recently released on bail, staked a claim to form the government after being elected JMM legislature party leader.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi outlined his government's roadmap for the next five years, emphasizing a determined fight against poverty and upliftment of the downtrodden. He highlighted efforts to include marginalized communities in welfare schemes and initiatives like the Vishwakarma Samaj project and PM SVAnidhi scheme.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the Rajya Sabha, reaffirmed his government's commitment to advancing India's growth in its third term. He criticized the Congress-led Opposition and praised citizens for endorsing the BJP-led NDA. Modi emphasized the NDA's unprecedented third-term victory and pledged to achieve Viksit Bharat and Atmanirbhar Bharat.
After the poll debacle, the five Congress leaders who have been expelled for six years are not hesitating to spew venom against the PCC chief.
A violent clash erupted between BJP and Chhatra Congress workers in Bhubaneswar's Master Canteen square following protests over Rahul Gandhi's anti-Hindu statement. Despite police presence, the situation escalated to stone pelting before additional forces controlled it.
A rift appears to be emerging in the BJD as corporator Amaresh Jena accuses senior leaders Ashok Chandra Panda and Ananta Narayan Jena of dividing the party. He alleges they are influencing corporators to create disturbances.
Odisha BJP President Manmohan Samal launched a fierce attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, calling him a liar, violent, and terrorist after Gandhi's statement in the Lok Sabha. Samal criticized Gandhi for disrespecting Hindus and hurting sentiments nationwide.
India's priorities at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Astana are guided by PM Modi's SECURE vision, focusing on security, economic development, connectivity, unity, respect for sovereignty, and environmental protection. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will lead India's delegation to review the organisation's activities and discuss regional and international issues.
The newly elected BJP government in Odisha has started the process of increasing pensions for old age, widows, and disabled beneficiaries. Minister Nityananda Gond stated that preparations are underway to raise the pensions to Rs 3,000, pending budget clearance.
The LAccMI bus services in Odisha's Dhenkanal district have changed their name to 'Mukhyamantri Bus Seva' and their color to saffron and white. Transport Minister Bibhuti Bhusan Jena announced the rebranding, but there is no clarity on who ordered the color change.
Parts of Rahul Gandhi's speech in the Lok Sabha during a discussion on the President's Address were expunged. His remarks on Hindus sparked protests from BJP MPs and an intervention by PM Modi. Home Minister Amit Shah demanded an apology for linking BJP with violence.
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