The Odisha government will appoint ‘Sishu Sebikas’ (childcare assistants) in Sishu Vatikas, according to an official release. This initiative aims to support teachers in managing young children more effectively, allowing them to concentrate on academic activities. Sishu Vatikas, established under the National Education Policy, cater to children aged 5-6 years in government primary schools. The number of Sishu Sebikas assigned to each Sishu Vatika will be based on the number of enrolled children. Their salaries will be equivalent to those of midday meal cooks and will be funded under the Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan. Chief Minister Mohan Majhi expressed confidence in…
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In a shocking incident, armed criminals brutally murdered a village head in the Khunti district of Jharkhand. The assailants, numbering over half a dozen, entered the victim’s home late Saturday night. They first assaulted the village head with sticks and batons before shooting him dead. The village head’s nephew, who tried to intervene, was also seriously injured in the attack. He has been hospitalized for treatment. The incident occurred amid heavy rainfall in the area. The armed criminals forcefully entered the home of Gram Pradhan (village head) Balram Manda. Before he could react, they launched a violent attack using sticks,…
During a ‘Waqf Bachao, Samvidhan Bachao’ conference in Bihar, opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav had a near miss when a drone, used for coverage, malfunctioned and veered towards the podium where he was speaking. Yadav quickly ducked to avoid being hit. The incident led to a moment of surprise and prompted security to confiscate the drone. With Bihar’s 2025 Assembly elections approaching, surveys indicate a shift in public sentiment, with significant anti-incumbency against the current government. Tejashwi Yadav is emerging as a leading contender, capitalizing on the desire for change, particularly among younger voters. Political strategist Prashant Kishor is also gaining…
In the most devastating air assault since the war’s onset, Russia unleashed a barrage of 477 drones and 60 missiles against Ukraine. This extensive overnight attack resulted in the death of a Ukrainian F-16 pilot, identified as Maksym Ustymenko, who was defending against the assault. Ukraine reported that their forces successfully downed 211 drones and 38 missiles. The strikes caused casualties, including at least three civilian deaths, and widespread injuries across several regions, including Lviv, Poltava, Mykolaiv, Dnipropetrovsk, Cherkasy, and Ivano-Frankivsk. President Zelensky has stated that the attacks will continue as long as Russia has the capacity to launch them,…
In anticipation of the upcoming assembly elections in Bihar later this year, the Election Commission has decided to upload the 2003 voter list on its website. This move is part of an intensive revision of the voter rolls. The uploaded list will allow approximately 49.6 million voters to access and attach relevant portions of the list to their nomination forms for the special intensive revision of electoral rolls. According to the Election Commission’s directives, voters who were part of the 2003 special comprehensive revision list will not need to submit additional documents to prove their birth date or place of…
Torrential rains in Jharkhand caused widespread flooding, leading to the rescue of 162 children trapped in a school. The incident occurred in Jamshedpur’s Potka block, where the Love-Kush residential school was inundated due to rising water levels in the Gudra River. Children were forced to seek refuge on the school’s roof. A rescue operation was launched by local authorities, involving police and local villagers, who used ropes and small boats to safely evacuate the students and staff. The state has experienced record rainfall this June, with several districts under alert.
Actor Varun Dhawan has expressed his disapproval of the media’s coverage following the death of Shefali Jariwala. He took to social media to voice his concerns about the paparazzi documenting the grief of Jariwala’s family and friends. In his Instagram stories, Dhawan requested sensitivity and respect from the media. He questioned the need to capture such moments, pointing out the discomfort it causes. Dhawan’s post came in response to the widespread circulation of images and videos from Jariwala’s funeral, where her husband, Parag Tyagi, and other family members were visibly distraught. Parag Tyagi, in a heartfelt plea, had requested privacy…
The recent 12-day conflict has concluded, with Israel claiming its objective of dismantling Iran’s nuclear facilities as achieved. The United States also highlighted its role in ending the war through mediation and direct action against Iranian nuclear infrastructure. Now, all involved parties are assessing the economic damage. The war has resulted in significant financial losses for all. Iran, Israel, and the United States are now facing the repercussions, including military asset losses, casualties, and the impact of aerial strikes. Iran suffered the most severe blow, dealing a significant setback to its economic growth. The war has cost Iran between $24–$35…
Following an administrative reshuffle after the Saradhabali stampede, the Odisha government has appointed Saswat Mishra, a 1996-batch IAS officer, as the Principal Secretary to Chief Minister Mohan Majhi. Mishra, currently serving as Principal Secretary, Finance Department, and Chairman of IDCO, will continue in these roles alongside his new responsibilities. The post had been vacant since May 2nd. Earlier, the government appointed Arvind Agarwal as overall in-charge of Rath Yatra and Pinak Mishra as the new SP, with Chanchal Rana appointed as Puri Collector.
Heavy rainfall caused havoc in the Potka block area of the East Singhbhum district. Due to the heavy downpour, flood-like conditions arose in several villages of Potka. The water level of the Gudra River rose above the danger mark, affecting the Love Kush English School hostel in Pandarshuli village, which is located near the river. As 162 children were sleeping in the hostel at night, water started entering the building. All the children climbed onto the roof to save their lives as the water level rose rapidly and remained there in fear for five hours. Upon receiving the information, people…