Sajjan

Mayor Says Tubewells Across City Dried Due To Low Groundwater Levels

Krishnavataram Part 2 announced after overwhelming response to first film.

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi will lay the foundation stone for JSW Utkal Steel Ltd's proposed Rs 65,000 crore integrated steel plant at Dhinkia. The project, which faced prior opposition from POSCO, has secured environmental clearance and completed boundary wall construction, though some locals still voice concerns over livelihoods.

Former NCB zonal director Sameer Wankhede addressed youngsters in Vashi on Sunday, warning them about the dangers of narcotics like hydroponic weed, MD crystals, and LSD. He emphasized that drug consumption is a crime and urged youth to avoid peer pressure, highlighting the devastating mental impact of drug abuse. Wankhede encouraged hard work and national service over addiction.

Audiences and spiritual leaders have appreciated the film’s emotional storytelling and devotional appeal.

Himanta Biswa Sarma is set to take oath for his second consecutive term as Assam's Chief Minister, joining an elite group of BJP leaders with multiple terms. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the swearing-in ceremony, highlighting the significance of Sarma's re-election and the BJP's strengthened position in the Northeast.

Amidst global supply chain disruptions, India's economic leaders are prioritizing domestic strength. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted the vast Indian consumer base as a key defense, while industry titans emphasised strategic self-reliance in manufacturing and a pivot to green energy. This approach aims to leverage India's demographic dividend and workforce to navigate international volatility and accelerate national growth.

Maharshi Dayanand University student Vanshika Gahlawat from Kheri Sadh village has been selected for a $22,000 solar energy research project at the University of Adelaide. Under scientist Heike Ebendorff-Heidepriem, she will develop quantum-cutting composites to improve solar panel efficiency in extreme environments. Supported by Praxis Labs, her achievement has been widely praised as an inspiration for rural students to pursue global scientific opportunities.

Actor Ranveer Singh's plea to quash a criminal complaint over his 'Kantara' mimicry was accepted by the Karnataka High Court. He assured the court he would visit the Chamundi Hill Temple in Mysore as an apology for his controversial remarks, with the court to record this commitment before closing the plea.

Indian Railways has approved a Vande Bharat sleeper service for the Bengaluru-Mumbai route, promising faster and more comfortable travel. This new service aims to significantly reduce the current 22-hour journey time, potentially operating via Pune, Solapur, and Kalaburagi. Commuters are eagerly awaiting details on stops and the launch date, anticipating a much-needed alternative to buses and flights.