India Well-Positioned for Growth Through Innovation: WIPO
June 23: India’s economy is being viewed with long-term optimism due to its strong focus on innovation-led growth, even as the global environment remains uncertain, according to a World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) economist. The…
Monsoon Covers Entire Odisha in Just 11 Days, Brings Rain and Cooler Weather
Bhubaneswar, June 23: The southwest monsoon has arrived across all parts of Odisha in a remarkably quick span of just 11 days, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The monsoon began advancing into the state on June 12 and has now fully…
Agriculture Ministry Rolls Out Plans Amid Rainfall Deficit
June 23: The Government of India has put in place contingency measures to address agricultural challenges arising from an estimated 40% rainfall deficit, according to the Agriculture Commissioner. Officials stated that despite the uneven and below-normal…
Reports Claim Kunal Shah May Take Global Leadership Role at WhatsApp; Meta Allegedly Invests Nearly Dollar 1 Billion in CRED
New Delhi,June 23: Reports have suggested that CRED founder Kunal Shah may be appointed as the global head of WhatsApp, while Meta is also said to have made a significant investment of nearly $1 billion in the fintech company CRED. According to sources…
Similipal Tiger Reserve to Close for Tourists from June 29 Ahead of Monsoon Season
Baripada, June 23 (UDN): The Similipal Tiger Reserve in Odisha’s Mayurbhanj district will remain closed for tourists and visitors from June 29 due to the onset of the monsoon season and associated safety concerns, authorities announced on Monday.…
Adani Mundra Airport Expands Connectivity with New Flight Services
Mundra, June 23: Adani Mundra Airport has officially commenced its first scheduled commercial flight operations, marking a major milestone in enhancing air connectivity for the Kutch region. The new service connects Mundra with Mumbai and Goa, providing…
Kerala Youth Assaulted in Sambalpur on Child-Lifter Suspicion; Three Detained
Sambalpur, June 23 (UDN): Three persons have been detained in connection with the assault of a youth from Kerala who was allegedly attacked by a mob in Sambalpur city on suspicion of being a child lifter, police said on Monday. According to police, a…
Gujarat Leaders Remember Shyama Prasad Mukherjee on Death Anniversary
Gandhinagar, June 23: Leaders in Gujarat paid floral tributes to Shyama Prasad Mukherjee on his death anniversary, honouring his contribution to nation-building and public life. On the occasion, public representatives and party leaders remembered…
NCW Seeks Action Taken Report from Odisha DGP Over Rayagada Mob Assault Triggered by Child-Lifting Rumour
Rayagada, June 23 (UDN): The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken strong cognisance of the mob assault on a non-Odia woman in Odisha’s Rayagada district after she was falsely suspected of being involved in child lifting, and has sought an…
SIPs and Equities Dominate 80 pc of Digital Investors’ Wealth in India
New Delhi, June 23: Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) and equities together account for nearly 80% of the wealth held by digital investors in India, according to a recent report. The findings highlight a strong preference among retail investors for…