2024 proved to be a roller-coaster year for Bollywood. Following the blockbuster-filled 2023, expectations soared, but the industry found itself struggling to deliver consistent hits. While some films soared to record-breaking heights, others stumbled, leaving […]
America went to polls this year, and chose its former president and Republican Donald Trump 47th President. The election was preceded by an entire year of campaigning, and a neck-and-neck competition between the Democrats and […]
The year 2024 was significant for Indian politics as the Election Commission carried out the world’s largest electoral exercise with 642 million people voting to decide who would rule the nation for the next five […]
India’s foreign policy in 2024 showcased a bold stance, with India asserting its influence not only in its immediate neighbourhood but also on the global stage. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in December highlighted a […]
The year 2024 has seen a horrifying variety of natural disasters resulting in tragic deaths and destruction that have shocked the world. Events, including everything from earthquakes to hurricanes and landslides, have left in their […]
From national politics and international affairs to environmental concerns and advances in science and technology, here are the top issues that captured everyone’s attention this year The year 2024 has been a whirlwind of significant […]
India has long been a cradle of talent, producing individuals whose contributions have been transformative on the global stage. Across diverse fields such as technology, medicine, arts, politics, and business, Indians abroad have not only […]
Mohan Charan Majhi, a prominent leader in Odisha’s political landscape, has emerged as a significant figure in regional and national politics. As the Chief Minister of Odisha, his journey reflects a story of perseverance, leadership, […]
Odisha’s history, culture, tradition, and architecture are intertwined in a rich tapestry that reflects its ancient glory and resilience. From the grandeur of the Kalinga Empire to the magnificence of the Jagannath Temple and the […]
Bhubaneswar, famously known as the Temple City of India, is a harmonious blend of ancient heritage and modern urbanization. Located in Odisha, Bhubaneswar’s unique identity stems from its status as a repository of Indian temple […]
The Indian diaspora is one of the largest and most diverse global communities, with an estimated 32 million people of Indian origin living across the world. From the shores of the Caribbean islands to the […]
Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award (PBSA) is the highest honor bestowed on Indians residing abroad. The President of India bestows this honor as part of the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Conventions, which were held in 2003 […]
The 18th PBD Convention will be held from 8 – 10 January 2025 in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The theme of the 18th PBD Convention is ‘Diaspora’s Contribution to a Viksit Bharat’ The Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD), […]
Odisha, located on the eastern coast of India, has a rich and diverse history and culture that spans thousands of years. Known for its ancient temples, vibrant art forms, classical dances, and unique festivals, Odisha […]
ISLAMABAD (TIP): Pakistan was haunted by political uncertainty, economic instability, a deteriorating security situation and troubled relations with neighbours in 2024. But what defined the year were not just these perennial ills but the country’s […]
Dhaka (TIP): The Anti-Discrimination Students Movement on December 29 announced that it would issue a belated Proclamation of July Uprising that seeks to “bury” Bangladesh’s 1972 constitution, calling it a “Mujibist” charter that had paved […]
Kathmandu (TIP): A helicopter en route to Kathmandu carrying five US nationals had to make an emergency landing at Banepa, 50 kilometres east of the capital, after it was hit by a bird on December […]
Kabul (TIP): Afghanistan’s Defence Ministry said on December 28 that its forces hit several points inside Pakistan in retaliation for deadly airstrikes last week. Pakistan on December 24 launched an operation to destroy a training […]
Deir al-Balah (TIP): A 20-day-old infant froze to death in Gaza on December 29 amid Israel’s continuous blockade of humanitarian aid including food, medicines and winter essentials. Jomaa al-Batran was the fifth infant to die […]
SEOUL (TIP): Investigators probing South Korea’s Yoon Suk Yeol over his declaration of martial law said December 30 they sought an arrest warrant for the suspended president after he failed to report for questioning. “The […]
BERLIN (TIP): German security and intelligence chiefs are due on December 30 to face questioning about the car-ramming attack that killed five people and wounded more than 200 at a Christmas market 10 days ago. […]
Kazakhstan (TIP): Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev said December 29 that the Azerbaijani airliner that crashed last week was shot down by Russia, albeit unintentionally, and criticized Moscow for trying to “hush up” the issue for […]
PERU (TIP): One person died in Ecuador and ports closed across Peru as massive waves up to four meters (13 feet) high pummeled the region, officials said December 28. Many beaches along the central and […]
OTTAWA (TIP): An Air Canada flight coming from St John’s city on Newfoundland Island had a rough landing at the Halifax airport in Goffs in Nova Scotia province that saw the aircraft skid down the […]
MUAN (TIP): Flags flew at half-mast on December 30 as South Korea mourned 179 people killed in the worst plane crash on its soil, as investigators probe why the Jeju Air plane crash-landed and burst […]
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