Bhubaneswar, May 7 (BNP): A new weather system is likely to develop over the southeast Bay of Bengal around May 10, according to multiple global forecast models, including European weather predictions. However, meteorologists say there remains uncertainty regarding its intensity and exact movement. Initial model indications suggest the system may originate near Sri Lanka and the Tamil Nadu coast. Experts caution that the trajectory and…
Odisha Govt Introduces 7-Day Deadline for House Plan Approvals; Delaying Officials to Face Daily Fine!
Bhubaneswar, May 7 (BNP): In a major administrative reform aimed at speeding up public services and promoting transparent governance, the Odisha government has announced that house construction plan approval files will no longer remain pending for months. Applications submitted through the SUJOG app must now be disposed of within seven days, Housing and Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra said on Thursday. The announcement was…
India Set to Host Inaugural Edition of the World Yogasana Championship 2026 in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad, May 07: In a significant milestone for the global Yogasana movement, India is set to host the inaugural edition of the World Yogasana Championship from June 4th–8th, 2026, at TransStadia in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, with participation from over 40 countries. Organized under the aegis of World Yogasana, the championship will be hosted by Yogasana Bharat to bring together leading athletes from across the globe, further…
Nitish Kumar’s Son Nishant Among BJP-JD(U) Leaders Sworn In During Bihar Cabinet Expansion!
Patna, May 7 (BNP): In a major political development in Bihar, several leaders from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Janata Dal (United) [JD(U)] and other National Democratic Alliance (NDA) allies took oath as ministers during the expansion of the Samrat Choudhary-led cabinet in Patna on Thursday. The swearing-in ceremony, held at the historic Gandhi Maidan, witnessed the induction of several prominent leaders, including Nitish Kumar’s…
Sitharaman, Vietnam Finance Minister Review Global Economy and Geopolitical Challenges
New Delhi, May 7 (BNP): Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman held discussions with Vietnam’s Finance Minister on key issues shaping the global economy, with a focus on emerging geopolitical uncertainties and their impact on growth and trade. The two leaders exchanged views on the evolving international economic environment, including challenges arising from ongoing geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions, and financial market volatility. According to official updates,…
One Year On, Operation Sindoor Stands as India’s ‘Dawn of Justice’ After Pahalgam Terror Attack!
New Delhi, May 7 (BNP): India on Thursday marked the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, the landmark multi-domain military operation launched on May 7, 2025, in response to the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The mission is now widely remembered as a “dawn of justice” for the victims of one of the most brutal civilian attacks in recent years. The operation was…
Nature’s Annual Miracle Returns as Olive Ridley Hatchlings Emerge Along Odisha Coast
May 7 (BNP): Rushikulya River has once again turned into a remarkable natural spectacle as thousands of Olive Ridley turtle hatchlings emerged from their nests this week and made their first journey towards the sea. Along the sandy coastline of Ganjam district, the tiny hatchlings could be seen slowly crawling across the beach under the night sky, guided by their natural instincts and the reflection…
Bhubaneswar Accelerates Waste Cleanup with Phase 2 of Bhuasuni Bio-Mining Project
Bhubaneswar, May 7 (BNP): Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation has launched the second phase of its bio-mining project at the Bhuasuni dumping yard, stepping up efforts to tackle decades of accumulated waste and improve the city’s environmental health. Under the new phase, nearly 9 lakh metric tonnes of legacy waste will be processed in a phased manner using scientific waste-treatment methods. Civic officials said the initiative is…
Review Meeting Held at Malkangiri Zilla Parishad Conference Hall in Presence of Minister Rabi Narayan Naik and Narasingha Madkami
Malkangiri, May 07: At the review meeting held at the Zilla Parishad Conference Hall in Malkangiri,Hon’ble Panchayati Raj Minister Rabi Narayan Naik and Narasingha Madkami.During the meeting, the Hon’ble Minister conducted a detailed review of various developmental activities in the district, the progress of ongoing projects, and several public service-related issues. Special emphasis was laid on drinking water supply, rural roads, housing schemes, education,…
Government Strengthens Urban Water Infrastructure Through Sujal Mission for 24×7 Drinking Water Supply
Bhubaneswar, May 07: Through the Sujal Mission, 24-hour supply of safe and purified drinking water is being ensured in urban areas.With advanced water purification systems and regular quality testing through mobile units, the management system is being further strengthened with the support of ‘Jalasathis’.