Bhubaneswar, June 3: In a major governance reform aimed at enhancing transparency and improving citizen services, the Odisha Government is set to roll out an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered Smart Surveillance System across registration offices statewide. The initiative is designed to create a more accountable, efficient, and citizen-friendly land registration ecosystem…
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Puri Welcomes the World: Odisha Hosts Its First-Ever BRICS Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction
Puri, June 3, 2026: The historic city of Puri has become the focal point of global discussions on disaster resilience as it hosts the Second Technical Meeting of the BRICS Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Working Group from June 3 to 5. For Odisha, the occasion is far more than an…
Continue ReadingPlanned Dismantling of Ocean Observational System is Devastating Blow to Science, American Economy and Disaster Readiness
WASHINGTON [June 3, 2026] – The Trump administration has announced that it plans to dismantle the Ocean Observatories Initiative, a deep-ocean observation system that provides essential data to monitor coastal environments, marine ecosystems and powerful currents that shape the world’s climate. The move comes on the brink of what is expected to…
Continue ReadingOdisha Among Four States Chosen for Critical Mineral Processing Plants Under National Mission
Bhubaneswar, June 2 (BNP): In a major boost to India’s push for self-reliance in strategic resources, the Centre has selected Odisha among four states for the establishment of critical mineral value processing plants under the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM). Representational image The proposed facilities, also planned in Gujarat, Telangana…
Continue ReadingNo Facebook, Instagram for Under-16s: Malaysia Begins Social Media Crackdown
Kuala Lumpur, June 2 (BNP): Malaysia on Monday began enforcing new regulations prohibiting children under the age of 16 from creating or maintaining social media accounts, marking a major step in the country’s effort to strengthen online safety for minors. Representational image Under the new rules, major platforms with at…
Continue ReadingITR-2 Filing Begins for AY 2026–27; Taxpayers Urged to Meet July 31 Deadline
New Delhi, June 2 (BNP): The Income Tax Department has enabled online filing of ITR-2 for Assessment Year (AY) 2026–27 on the e-filing portal, allowing eligible taxpayers to begin submitting returns for income earned during Financial Year (FY) 2025–26. The deadline for filing ITR-2 for individual taxpayers remains July 31,…
Continue ReadingFIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem hails Monaco F1 GP as one of the ‘great jewels’ of world motorsport
Monte Carlo race provides a powerful reminder of what makes this sport so special – Ben Sulayem Dubai, UAE, June 2: H.E. Mohammed Ben Sulayem, President of the FIA, says a unique combination of attributes make this weekend’s FIA Formula 1 Louis Vuitton Grand Prix de Monaco one of…
Continue Readingtranscosmos launches an internal program that spreads sustainable values within the community in Vietnam
Tokyo, Japan, June 2: In Vietnam, transcosmos runs an internal program to spread sustainable values within the community. This year, the company is holding TCV E-Running Cup Season 3, under the message “Run for Young Future.” Continuing its journey, this season marks a meaningful transformation by focusing on educational support…
Continue ReadingMusic unites hearts and souls
By Shri Subrata De, Founder, Swaranjali Music unites hearts and souls. We are just passing through this world, everything in this world is temporary, but our music is pure and eternal, like a canvas embracing peace and harmony, strengthening our bonds of brotherhood. “Music has its own notes, carrying emotions,…
Continue ReadingTamil Nadu CM Vijay to Hold Thanksgiving Meeting in Tiruchirappalli, Attendance Restricted to Pass Holders
Tiruchirappalli, June 1 (BNP): Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) President Vijay is scheduled to visit Tiruchirappalli today to participate in a thanksgiving public meeting at the St Joseph’s College ground near Chathiram Bus Stand, organised to express gratitude to voters and supporters from the Tiruchirappalli East…
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