The Political and Business Daily - May 07, 2025
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May 07, 2025
Rahul Gandhi excommunicated from Hinduism for insulting Manusmriti: Shankaracharya
SHANKARACHARYA Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati on Tuesday said Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi has been excommunicated from Hinduism for insulting the Manusmriti.
1 min
Mock drills in nearly 300 districts with N-plants, other vital installations
THE stage is set for a nationwide mock drill on Wednesday with all states and Union territories preparing to operationalise air-raid sirens and train people on evacuation protocols and cleaning of bunkers and trenches among other steps in the event of a \"hostile attack”.
2 mins
Reservation in India like railway, those inside don't want others to come in: SC
THE Supreme Court on Tuesday compared reservation in the country with \"a railway\" or a train and said those who enter the compartment \"don't want others to come in\".
1 min
India and UK conclude historic FTA and double contribution convention
INDIA and the UK on Tuesday announced conclusion of the free trade agreement which will make British Scotch whiskey and cars cheaper in India, while reducing duties on Indian imports such as garments and leather products here.
1 min
Majhi writes to Mamata, urges her not to refer to Digha Jagannath temple as ‘dham|
ODISHA Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday wrote a letter to his West Bengal counterpart Mamata Banerjee, urging her to refrain from referring to the Jagannath temple in Digha as ‘dham'.
1 min
Modi cancelled Kashmir visit after intel report on attack, says Kharge
CONGRESS president Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had cancelled his Kashmir visit after \"receiving an intelligence report three days before\" the Pahalgam terror attack last month.
1 min
Pakistan's military dictatorship and its Impact on democracy
PAKISTAN’S protracted struggle with democratic governance resembles less a narrative of political maturation and more a cautionary example of institutional domination.
4 mins
If implemented, Trump's tariff threat will impact business of Indian films in US: producers
President Donald Trump's announcement threatening a 100 per cent tariff on movies produced outside and coming to the US will impact the box office business of Indian films and may lead to an increase in ticket prices for Indian films, say producers in India.
3 mins
Odisha needs to explore mineral resources to become future-ready, say experts
EXPERTS have suggested strategic development of regions in Odisha endowed with natural resources to drive inclusive prosperity in the state.
1 min
Govt asks officials to complete fire safety inspection in hospitals in 15 days
The Odisha government has asked officials to complete the fire safety inspection of government-run healthcare facilities in their respective areas in 15 days in the wake of fire incidents in some government and private hospitals during the past few months.
1 min
NHRC seeks report from Odisha govt on 'poor condition' of 300-year-old Baladevjew Temple
THE National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) sought a report from the Odisha government on the allegations of deteriorating basic amenities for devotees at the 300-year-old Baladevjew Temple in Kendrapara district.
1 min
Naveen to visit Delhi to accept Russian Embassy's honour to father Biju Patnaik
LEADER of Opposition in Odisha assembly and BJD president Naveen Patnaik will visit New Delhi to accept the Russian Embassy's honour to his father Biju Patnaik for his contribution in the 'Stalingrad Operation' during World War II, party sources said.
1 min
Govt striving to boost farm productivity through Al-powered timely support to farmers: Deputy CM KV Singh Deo
“WE are always striving to reduce crop losses and increase production by delivering timely agricui-tural information to the backbone of our country — our farmers,” said Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, emphasizing the role of Artificial Intelligence (Al) in revolutionizing agricul-ture in Odisha.
1 min
Go-Palan Yojana revolutionizes dairy farming in State, 1000 high-yielding cows inducted in just three months
THE Go-Palan Yojana (GPY), a key initiative under the Mukhyamantri Kamdhenu Yojana (MKY), has made a remarkable impact on the lives and livelihoods of dairy farmers in Odisha. In just three months, the state has welcomed 1000 high-yielding cows, significantly enhancing milk production capacity across rural areas.
1 min
Sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik seeks PM's intervention into 'Jagannath Dham' row
SAND artist Sudarsan Pattnaik on Tuesday sought the intervention of Prime Minister Narendra Modi into the row over the West Bengal government calling a recently inaugurated Jagannath temple in the coastal town of Digha as ‘Jagannath Dham'.
2 mins
Civil defence mock drills to be conducted in 12 districts today
Main objective of the drill is to create awareness among people on air raids: DGP Fire Services
2 mins
BJD claims credit after Centre’s nod
The opposition BJD on Tuesday said that it was due to the efforts of former chief minister Naveen Patnaik that the Centre gave the nod for the airport in Puri.
1 min
Refractories Engineering Dept sets new benchmarks in techno-economics, driving significant savings for RSP
THE Refractories Engineering (Services) Department of Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) has achieved remarkable milestones in FY 2024-25, setting new standards in operational efficiency, cost optimization, and technical innovation.
1 min
Greenfield airport in Puri to boost religious tourism in Odisha: CM
ODISHA Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi said the proposed greenfield airport in Puri will boost religious tourism and regional development in the state when the facility becomes operational.
1 min
Seven injured in fire at cracker manufacturing unit in Bhadrak
AT least seven people, including four women and a boy, were injured on Tuesday after a fire broke out at a cracker manufacturing unit in Bhadrak district, police said.
1 min
Odisha sizzles as Titilagarh tops 39.5°C amid relentless heatwave
THE searing grip of summer tightened across Odisha on Tuesday, with the mercury soaring in multiple towns and Titilagarh emerging as the hottest spot, touching a blazing 39.5°C, the Regional Meteorological Centre in Bhubaneswar reported.
1 min
OPCC chief Bhakta Das urges nation to protect Indian Constitution amid growing challenges
OPCC President Bhakta Charan Das on Tuesday issued a powerful call to action, urging every Indian to step forward and protect the Constitution, which he warned is facing significant threats.
1 min
Snap, Share & Celebrate: Dy CM Parida launches ‘Mother’s Day Selfie Contest’ with prizes and festivities
WITH Mother's Day 2025 around the corner, Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida on Tuesday launched a heartwarming and interactive initiative — the Mother’s Day Selfie Contest — inviting citizens across Odisha to honour their mothers in a unique and personal way.
1 min
PKL has led to remarkable resurgence of traditional sports: Odisha CM Majhi
ODISHA Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi highlighted the remarkable global journey of India’s indigenous sports, whilst acknowledging the remarkable resurgence of Kabaddi through the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) at the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025.
2 mins
Gaurav Gogoi's wife has 'good relations' with Pakistan Army: Assam CM Himanta
ASSAM Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday alleged that Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi's wife Elizabeth Colburn has \"good relations\" with Pakistan Army.
1 min
NLUO launches community-level child protection committees in Cuttack
IN a significant step toward strengthening grassroots child protection mechanisms, the Centre for Child Rights (CCR) at National Law University Odisha (NLUO), in collaboration with its flagship community engagement initiative Project Kutumb, launched and conducted an orientation programme for Community-Level Child Protection Committees (CLCPCs) in Brajabeharipur, Valmiki Nagar, and Baba Tilkanagar in Cuttack on Monday.
1 min
Poacher behind killing of black tiger in Similipal arrested from Gujarat
A suspected poacher, allegedly behind the killing of a black tiger in Odisha's Similipal reserve, was arrested from Gujarat, forest officials said on Tuesday.
1 min
Odisha Tourism steals the spotlight at GITB 2025 with Best Public Sector Stall Award
ODISHA Tourism has been awarded the prestigious “Best Stall in the Public Sector Category” at the Great Indian Travel Bazaar (GITB) 2025, held in Jaipur.
1 min
Terrorism finished, tourism flourishing in Tripura: CM Saha
TRIPURA Chief Minister Manik Saha on Tuesday said that the state was now free of terrorism and with the implementation of several ambitious projects, tourism was flourishing.
1 min
20 passengers injured as bus falls into roadside ditch
AT least 20 passengers were injured, including four seriously, when the bus they were travelling in fell into a roadside ditch near Balasore town in Odisha on Tuesday, officials said.
1 min
One Nation, One Election can make India attractive destination for global investors: Dr. Tapan K Chand
ONE Nation and One Election can make India attractive before global investors, said prominent industry leader Dr. Tapan Kumar Chand.
1 min
Rioters brought to Bengal from outside to orchestrate violence: CM Mamata
WEST Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday alleged that rioters are being brought to the state from outside to orchestrate violence, and urged people not to create division among themselves by paying heed to the \"BJP or religious fundamentalists”.
2 mins
Sacred Identity
The Jagannath Dham Controversy
2 mins
Kashmir's Quest for Peace
Pahalgam tragedy isn’t just a security lapse, but a humanitarian crisis demanding stronger laws, deeper compassion and long-term investment in peace-building, writes Prof. Promod Das
4 mins
Ayush manufacturing sector grew 8x in last 10 years, huge potential for economy, export
THE Ayush manufacturing sector grew eight times in the last decade, and the sector has huge potential for boosting the economy and export, said Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary, Ministry of Ayush.
1 min
Shingles vaccine can protect heart health up to 8 years: Study
PEOPLE who are given a vaccine for shingles -- zoster vaccine -- have a 23 per cent lower risk of cardiovascular events, including stroke, heart failure, and coronary heart disease, according to a study of more than a million people.
1 min
Singapore President highlights India's Aspirational Districts programme at Philanthropy Asia Summit
Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam has singled out India's “Aspirational Districts Programme” as an example of giving power to people in developing regions.
3 mins
BJP ally says delimitation must be based on population, rejects southern states' protest
NEW DELHI, MAY 6
1 min
India's response to Pahalgam attack must be effective: Owaisi
AIMIM supremo Asaduddin Owaisi on Tuesday called for an effective response from India to last month's \"barbaric and cowardly\" terror attack in Pahalgam.
1 min
Outgoing CJI has FDs worth ₹55.75 lakh, CJI-designate BR Gavai has ₹19.63 lakh in bank
OUTGOING Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna has Rs 55.75 lakh in a fixed deposit, a three-bedroom DDA flat in south Delhi, and a four-bedroom apartment measuring 2,446 square feet in the Commonwealth Games Village.
1 min
EC interacts with political parties on many key issues
THE Election Commission on Tuesday held an interaction with Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati here, its first meeting with a political party as part of an initiative to push for greater and regular engagement with different stakeholders.
1 min
Rahul meets Pahalgam terror attack victim Lt Narwal's kin
LEADER of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday met the family members of Navy officer Lt Vinay Narwal, who was killed in the terrorist attack in Pahalgam.
1 min
BJP: Kharge could not have made more irresponsible comment after swipe at PM
NEW DELHI, MAY 6
1 min
'Can't go unpunished': SC slams govt official for disobeying order
THE Supreme Court on Tuesday slammed a public official for disobeying an order and forcibly removing hutments in Andhra Pradesh's Guntur district in January 2014 saying his actions “can't go unpunished\".
1 min
Bihar govt 'lathi-maar sarkaar': Cong on teacher recruitment 'irregularities'
DUBBING the Bihar government \"lathi-maar sarkaar\", the Congress on Tuesday condemned the Patna police's baton-charging of aspirants who held a sit-in demanding the release of supplementary results of a teacher recruitment exam and called for a judicial probe into \"irregularities\" in the recruitment process.
1 min
BJP appeals to citizens party members to volunteer for mock drill
NEW DELHI, MAY 6
1 min
ISRO chief Narayanan: Gaganyaan mission slated for first quarter of 2027
THE launch of India's maiden human space flight Gaganyaan - has been pushed to the first quarter of 2027, nearly five years later than the original schedule as it races to ace technologies for such complex projects.
1 min
Sensex falls 155 pts as investors turn cautious amid India-Pak tensions
BENCHMARK indices Sensex and Nifty ended lower in a range-bound trade on Tuesday due to profit booking, mainly in banking and oil shares, and investors staying on the sideline amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan.
1 min
HPCL clocks 18 pc jump in Q4 net profit at ₹3,355 Cr
HINDUSTAN Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (HPCL) on Tuesday reported a standalone net profit of Rs 3,355 crore in for the January-March quarter of financial year 2024-25, which represents an 18 per cent increase over the corresponding figure for the same quarter of 2023-24.
1 min
GAIL hikes startup investment fund to ₹500 crore in FY25
GAIL (India) Limited increased its startup investment fund from Rs 100 crore to Rs 500 crore in FY25, Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, said on Tuesday, as the country becomes the third largest startup ecosystem in the world.
1 min
Moody's pegs India’s GDP growth at 6.3 per cent for 2025
MOODY'S Ratings on Tuesday pegged India's GDP growth at 6.3 per cent for 2025 and expects the economy to pick up momentum in 2026 to record a 6.5 per cent growth rate.
2 mins
India has highest AI skills penetration: UNDP report
INDIA has the highest self-reported AI skills penetration in the world, which reflects the country’s growing potential in the sector, according to a UNDP report released on Tuesday.
2 mins
India's services sector growth improves slightly in April on new order inflows
NEW DELHI, MAY 6
2 mins
Global giants like Apple see economic sense in investing in India: Scindia
COMMUNICATIONS Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Tuesday said that global tech giants such as Apple see a lot of economic sense in setting up manufacturing facilities in India.
2 mins
Adopt well-coordinated plan to handle stampede-like situation at stations:
Railway Ministry to zones
1 min
UP nods transfer policy for 2025-26
THE Uttar Pradesh Cabinet approved the state's transfer policy for the year 2025-26 on Tuesday, retaining most provisions from the previous year, State Finance Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna said.
1 min
Tamil Nadu set for early SW monsoon amid scorching heat
TAMIL Nadu is preparing for the early onset of the southwest monsoon, expected nearly 10 days ahead of schedule this year, as per the Met office.
1 min
'BJP people' involved in grabbing farmers' land, alleges Akhilesh Yadav; warns of poll backlash
SAMAJWADI Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday alleged that individuals linked to the ruling BJP were forcibly grabbing land from farmers and warned the ruling party of electoral backlash \"similar to its defeat in Ayodhya\".
1 min
Calculations of 'opportunistic alliance' will be proven wrong in '26, says Stalin
TAMIL Nadu Chief Minister and ruling DMK president M K Stalin on Tuesday exuded confidence that his party will once again form the government after the 2026 polls in the state and that the calculations of those who had forged an \"opportunistic alliance,\" will be proven wrong by the people.
1 min
PM Modi has taken 'bold decisions' to combat terrorism, insists Deve Gowda
FORMER prime minister HD Deve Gowda on Tuesday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi had taken \"bold decisions\" to combat terrorism following the April 22 Pahalgam attack and affirmed his and his party's support for all the decisions to end the menace.
1 min
ED raids multiple locations in Chennai linked to environmental consultants and healthcare sector
THE Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday conducted extensive raids at five different locations across Chennai, targeting environmental consultancy firms and individuals linked to the healthcare sector.
1 min
India's human development continues to make progress, ranks 130 out of 193 nations
INDIA continues its steady rise on the Human Development Index (HDI), ranking 130 out of 193 countries in the 2025 Human Development Report (HDR) released on Tuesday by the UN Development Programme.
1 min
14 killed in rain-related incidents in Gujarat; IMD dept forecasts thunderstorms for next few days
AT least 14 persons have died in rain-related incidents as thunderstorms, along with strong winds and dust storms, battered several parts of Gujarat, officials said on Tuesday.
1 min
Court dismisses corruption complaint against CM Siddaramaiah & minister
A Special Court in Bengaluru has dismissed a complaint alleging a conspiracy involving Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Minister K J George, and three senior officials to cause significant advertisement revenue losses to the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) between 2015 and 2017.
1 min
Security beefed up in Delhi ahead of mock drills
SECURITY has been heightened in the national capital ahead of mock drills scheduled to be conducted on Wednesday, following a directive of the Union Home Ministry in light of the rising Indo-Pak tensions after the Pahalgam terror attack.
1 min
Draft Dengue Action Plan proposes higher penalties, appointing nodal officers
FROM proposing increased penalties under the Delhi Municipal Corporation (DMC) Act, 1957 to directing the Jal Board to fix leak-ages and appointing nodal officers in every private and government office, the draft Dengue Action Plan 2025 outlines these as some of the key measures to deal with mosquito menace.
1 min
JK students urge Shah to withdraw DU circular seeking personal details; Varsity cites safety
A Delhi University (DU) directive asking students from Jammu and Kashmir to submit personal details has triggered a sharp reaction from the Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA), which has written to Union Home Minister Amit Shah seeking withdrawal of the “discriminatory” circular.
1 min
Storm leaves 10 black kites weakened in Delhi; residents alert wildlife SOS
A storm that struck the national capital last week left several black kites weakened and injured, prompting concerned residents to report at least 10 cases of grounded or stranded birds to Wildlife SOS for rescue and care.
1 min
CM inaugurates BRPL substation to boost power supply in south west Delhi areas
CHIEF Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday inaugurated a 66/11KV GIS grid power substation at the Palam village (Manglapuri) in southwest Delhi, and asserted that her government is committed to ensure 24x7 uninterrupted electricity supply in the city.
1 min
Preparing to deploy 1,000 water sprinklers in Delhi: CM Rekha
DELHI Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday said the government was working across all segments to make every corner of the city pollution-free and preparing to deploy 1,000 water sprinklers across the national capital.
1 min
'Conspiracy' by Punjab's AAP govt to create water shortage in Delhi, says Parvesh Verma
DELHI Water Minister Parvesh Verma on Tuesday accused the AAP-led Punjab government of indulging in a \"conspiracy\" to deprive the national capital of its due share of water.
1 min
BJP protests at Arvind Kejriwal’s residence over Delhi water being ‘stopped’ by AAP-ruled Punjab
THE BJP held a protest near AAP convener Arvind Kejriwal's _residence here on Tuesday, accusing him of taking revenge on Delhi people for his defeat in recent Assembly polls by stopping water to the city from his party-ruled Punjab.
1 min
Delhi: AAP, BJP trade barbs over water issue
AAP and BJP indulged in a blame game on Tuesday over the issue of water shortage in Delhi, with both parties accusing each other of mismanagement and spreading misinformation.
1 min
Preparations underway for conducting mock drills, says Delhi minister Sood
PREPARATIONS for conducting mock drills in Delhi are underway, the city government's Home Minister Ashish Sood said on Tuesday.
1 min
UK plans crackdown on misuse of study, work visas for asylum claims
THE UK government on Tuesday said that it is building intelligence around foreign nationals who abuse study and work visa grants to go on to claim asylum in the country, a category led by Pakistanis.
1 min
Pahalgam terror attack: UN Security Council member nations pose tough questions to Pakistan
UN Security Council member nations have posed tough questions to Pakistan while discussing the Pahalgam terror attack amid increasing global outrage over the dastardly strike that killed 26 civilians.
1 min
Canadian Prime Minister Carney arrives in Washington for high-stakes meeting with Trump
CANADA'S new prime minister Mark Carney won the job with a promise to confront the increased aggression shown by President Donald Trump — and he'll have the opportunity to do that in a face-to-face Oval Office meeting on Tuesday.
1 min
European Union not to be pressured into unfair US tariff deal, says trade chief Maros Sefcovic
THE European Union (EU) doesn't feel pressured to yield to an imbalanced trade agreement with the United States, European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros Sefcovic said Tuesday at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France.
1 min
Bangladesh's former prime minister Khaleda Zia returns home after treatment in UK
BANGLADESH'S ailing former prime minister Khaleda Zia returned home from London on Tuesday after four months of medical treatment, with her party leaders expressing hope that her presence will facilitate the restoration of democracy in the country ruled by an interim government.
1 min
Defence agreements with India being amended, says Maldives
THE Maldives on Tuesday said existing defence agreements with India are being amended to ensure they do not compromise the Maldives’ sovereignty and independence, media reports said here.
1 min
Relationship between Australia and India ‘never been stronger’, says Albanese after speaking with Modi
AUSTRALIAN Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Tuesday said that the relationship between Australia and India has never been stronger and said that he is looking forward to working with Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the coming years to build a prosperous future for the region.
1 min
Young Indian shuttlers falter in Taipei Open qualifiers
YOUNG Indian shuttlers failed to make a mark as none of them could progress to the main draw of the singles events at the Taipei Open Super 300 badminton tournament here on Tuesday.
1 min
World Champion D Gukesh back in action in Superbet Classic
WORLD Champion D Gukesh will be the top seeded player at the Superbet Classic, where the young chess wizard will have the opportunity to cross the 2800 rating mark for the first time in his career.
1 min
ICC Rankings: Harshitha and Silva gain big with career-high ratings
SRI Lanka batters Harshitha Samarawickrama and Nilakshika Silva have made significant gains in the latest update of the ICC Women's ODI Player Rankings on Tuesday.
1 min
Some people consider Indian cricket their personal fiefdom: Gambhir
\"Those living in glass houses shouldn't throw stones at others.\" India head coach Gautam Gambhir hardly pulled back punches as he responded to criticism from a couple of former Test stars, accusing them of treating Indian cricket as their \"personal fiefdom\".
2 mins
We know how to ignore noise, says KKR coach on Dhoni farewell buzz
THE frenzy surrounding MS Dhoni possibly playing his last game at Eden Gardens may overshadow Kolkata Knight Riders’ crucial IPL contest against Chennai Super Kings, but head coach Chandrakant Pandit said the players know how to “ignore the noise” and stay focussed on the game.
1 min
MS Dhoni’s possible Eden swansong set to overshadow KKR’s must-win clash vs CSK
MAHENDRA Singh Dhoni's possible final hurrah at the Eden Gardens will be a captivating subplot when Kolkata Knight Riders square off against Chennai Super Kings in a must-win clash in front of a crowd expected to be draped in yellow, here on Wednesday.
2 mins
Captaincy became too much in the end; stepped down to be happy: Virat Kohli
THE constant pressure of leading India and Royal Challengers Bengaluru for nearly a decade and the relentless scrutiny around his batting \"became too much in the end\" for Virat Kohli, who says he stepped down from leadership to be in a \"happy space\".
1 min
India eye final berth as South Asia aim for survival in women’s Tri-series
INDIA will be eager to bounce back from their loss and confirm their spot in the final when they face a struggling South African side in the women's Tri-series here on Wednesday.
1 min
Pankaj Advani gets top billing in NSCI Baulkline Snooker tournament’s main round
DEFENDING champion Pankaj Advani on Tuesday received top seeding in a 32-player field for the main draw of the NSCI Baulkline Snooker tournament with half of them entering from the qualifying round.
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