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Maoist camp busted in Odisha's Nuapada, explosives seized
In a joint anti-Maoist operation, the district voluntary force (DVF) of Nuapada on Monday unearthed and dismantled a Maoist camp in Narayan Dongar reserve forest within Sinapali police limits here.
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July 10, 2025
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'No SIR': Bihar erupts in protest against Election Commission's voter-list revision
Protests erupted across Bihar on Wednesday against the Election Commission's special intensive revision of electoral rolls even as the Supreme Court agreed to hear one more plea challenging the poll panel’s move.
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July 10, 2025
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Four youths enter Puri Jagannath Temple premises after scaling Meghanada Pacheri
In a major security lapse at the Puri Jagannath Temple, four unidentified youths managed to enter the temple premises by scaling the Meghanada Pacheri, the outer boundary wall, using a heap of garbage piled near the southern gate as support.
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July 10, 2025
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Two held in Bargarh for painting image of Lord Jagannath on turtle's shell
Two youths, who painted an image of Lord Jagannath on a turtle's shell, were arrested by the Forest department on Tuesday on charges of violating the Wildlife Act. Both are from Bijepur. Ashish Meher had painted the turtle, while Abinash Bagarti filmed the act and shared it on social media. The incident came to light after a video of the act, posted on Meher's Facebook account, went viral.
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July 10, 2025
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Sensex, Nifty edge higher after early dip in Wednesday trade
The Indian equity benchmarks started the day on a cautious note, responding to increasing uncertainty around the looming US tariffs by President Trump. At 11:20 AM, the Nifty 50 traded at 25,536.00, up 13.50 or 0.05%, while the Sensex stood at 83,748.57, up roughly 34 points or 0.02%, although both these indices were marginally down in the opening trade.
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July 10, 2025
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CISCE Rourkela Zone Inter School Football Tournament Held
The Rourkela Zone Inter School Football Tournament of CISCE Schools hosted by Ispat English Medium School (IEMS), Sector-22 concluded at the Ispat Mini Stadium, Sector-22 on 5th July, 2025.
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July 10, 2025
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'Let the film release': SC nixes urgent hearing on 'communally provocative' Udaipur Files
The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to urgently list a plea challenging the release of the movie Udaipur Files: Kanhaiya Lal tailor murder, stating, “Let the film be released.”
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July 10, 2025
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Pope celebrates first 'green Mass' using new rite in sign of strong ecological focus
Pope Leo XIV celebrated on Wednesday what has been dubbed the first “green” papal Mass, using a new set of prayers imploring care for God's creation in a sign he intends to emphasize environmental stewardship and climate justice for the world’s most vulnerable people.
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July 10, 2025
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Need national strategy on critical materials, says ACMA
(RNS, 09-07-25) Automotive Component Manufacturers Association (ACMA) is advocating for a national strategy on critical materials to safeguard the future of EV and mobility production in the country.
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July 10, 2025
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Paranthu Po Movie Review: An enjoyable and poignant pursuit of happiness that never forgets to have fun
How does a filmmaker stay true to the beats of his filmography, and yet make a completely different film? Paranthu Po is the unlikeliest Ram film, but it does have layers that scream Ram from the top of a mountain.
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July 10, 2025
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Indian workers go on a daylong nationwide strike against Modi's economic reforms
Hundreds of thousands of workers across India went on a nationwide strike on Wednesday in opposition to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's efforts to privatize state-run companies and other economic reforms, partially disrupting public services and manufacturing.
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July 10, 2025
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Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu calls for unified effort to tap unused river water
Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu emphasized the urgent need for Andhra Pradesh and Telangana to harness river water that flows unused into the sea, underscoring its transformative potential for agriculture and farmer prosperity in both Telugu states.
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July 10, 2025
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The electronic line-calling system malfunctions during a quarterfinal match at Wimbledon
A malfunction with Wimbledon 's new electronic line-calling system required a point to be replayed during a quarterfinal match between Taylor Fritz and Karen Khachanov on Tuesday.
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July 10, 2025
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Kharif farming in Koraput hit due to incessant rain
Incessant rainfall over the last 15 days has brought kharif cultivation to a grinding halt across Koraput district.
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July 10, 2025
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Germany through to Euro 2025 quarterfinals after coming from behind to beat Denmark 2-1
Lea Schüller scored again as Germany beat Denmark 2-1 on Tuesday, which secured a place in the knockout stage of the Women's European Championship. Sweden's subsequent 3-0 win over Poland means Sweden and Germany are assured of the top two places after their winning starts to Group C, leaving Poland and Denmark with no chance of making the quarterfinals.
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July 10, 2025
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UK's former PM Rishi Sunak rejoins banking world, takes charge as Senior Adviser at Goldman Sachs Group
Britain's former prime minister Rishi Sunak has rejoined the banking world as he took charge of a new role as Senior Adviser at the Goldman Sachs Group, with plans to donate his earnings to the education charity he recently set up with his wife Akshata Murty.
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July 10, 2025
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No catch, no savings: Vizhinjam fishers struggle through what was once their busiest season
Anyone visiting Vizhinjam during the trawling ban season would once see bustling activity — fish vendors calling out prices, baskets brimming with fresh catch, and buyers crowding the harbour. But this year, the scene is starkly different. Many stalls lie empty, and vendors sit idle, waiting for fish that never came.
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July 10, 2025
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More than 160 people are still missing after deadly Texas floods, governor says
More than 160 people are still believed to be missing in Texas days after flash floods killed over 100 people during the July Fourth weekend, the state’s governor said Tuesday.
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July 10, 2025
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EPS alleges unusual debt accrual by DMK government, vows inquiry commission
AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami said the DMK government in the state has accrued a debt of Rs 4.38 lakh crore in four years, and is planning to take another loan of Rs 1 lakh crore this year.
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July 10, 2025
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US announces reciprocal tariffs of 25-40%; to come into force from Aug 1
(RNS, 08-07-25) The US government has started announcing the much-awaited reciprocal tariffs as President Donald Trump shot off letters to a number of countries announcing the imposition of new tariffs, which range from 25% to 40%.
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July 09, 2025
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Squash: After Asian high, teenager Anahat set for global battle
INDIAN squash player Anahat Singh's rising career has come at an important juncture.
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July 09, 2025
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Commercial vehicle drivers in Odisha launch state-wide protest, affects transport services
?Thousands of commercial vehicle drivers ?under the banner of Odisha Drivers’ Mahasangha on July 8 launched a Statewide?'quit steering wheel?' protest.
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July 09, 2025
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Angel Di María makes emotional return to boyhood club Rosario Central after 18 years in Europe
A teary-eyed Angel Di María was introduced as the latest signing by Rosario Central on Monday, 18 years after he left his boyhood club.
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July 09, 2025
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UAE Golden Visa: Major shift for Indian investors
(RNS, 08-07-25) In a recent significant policy shift, the UAE has launched a new way for Indian citizens to obtain its Golden Visa, and experts said this is a very progressive step and the new rule marks a significant shift for Indian investors.
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July 09, 2025
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Heavy rain and DVC water release cause widespread disruption across southern Bengal
Incessant heavy rain since early Tuesday, combined with continuous water release from DVC reservoirs, has lashed several districts in southern West Bengal, including Kolkata.
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July 09, 2025
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Ratna Bhandar restoration: ASI completes major structural repairs at Shree Jagannath Temple
STRUCTURAL conservation of Shree Jagannath Temple's Ratna Bhandar was completed by the Archaeological Survey of India on Monday.
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July 09, 2025
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46-year-old hacked to death, police suspect past enmity in Odisha
A 46-year-old man was brutally hacked to death by unidentified miscreants outside his house in Singabadi village within Golanthara police limits in Ganjam district on Sunday night. The deceased was identified as Dillip Patra.
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July 09, 2025
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JSW Steel's Narayanposhi Mines Honoured with Prestigious 5-Star Award
The Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM), Ministry of Mines, Government of India, has conferred the distinguished 5-star award upon JSW Steel’s Narayanposhi iron and manganese mine in Odisha on Monday. This recognition reflects the mine’s exemplary performance in sustainable development, environmental stewardship, and corporate social responsibility.
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July 09, 2025
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Indian pharma stocks tumble amid US tariff concerns
Indian pharmaceutical stocks fell sharply on Tuesday (July 8), following renewed fears of US trade tariffs.
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July 09, 2025
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Scarlett Johansson becomes highest-grossing Hollywood actor
Actor Scarlett Johansson has achieved a remarkable career milestone with the global box office success of Jurassic World: Rebirth.
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