Cuttack: In a significant ruling, the Orissa high court has held that creation or bifurcation of a gram panchayat is a matter of policy and lies within the domain of the executive, not something courts can mandate solely on population grounds.A division bench of Justices Krishna Shripad Dixit and Chittaranjan Dash, in a recent judgment,…
Donald Trump (File photo) US President Donald Trump launched a fresh attack on the Supreme Court of the United States, calling it “incompetent” and “ridiculous” after it struck down most of his earlier tariffs, while arguing the ruling had inadvertently handed him broader powers, including the ability to use licensing tools in trade policy.In a…
Ladakh gets five new districts, LG Saxena approves notification SRINAGAR: Ladakh’s number of districts rose from two to seven after five more were added — Nubra, Sham, Changthang, Zanskar and Drass — in a notification issued Monday by lieutenant governor Vinai Kumar Saxena, days before Union home minister Amit Shah is due to visit.Calling it…
Suriya has delivered a powerful box office comeback with ‘Karuppu’ which is directed by RJ Balaji. Co-starring Trisha Krishnan, the mythological action drama has opened to excellent numbers and strong audience turnout across markets. The film has shown remarkable momentum over its first weekend. Collections increased significantly on both Saturday and Sunday. ‘Karuppu’ crosses Rs…
NSUI organized a rally demanding the resignation of education minister Dharmendra Pradhan BHUBANESWAR: The Congress-affiliated student wing, the National Students’ Union of India (NSUI), on Wednesday organised a protest rally in Bhubaneswar demanding the resignation of Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET-UG controversy.A large number of NSUI members marched through parts of the…
Will lead a central bank oriented toward reform, says new chair WASHINGTON: Kevin Warsh was sworn in as chair of the US Federal Reserve on Friday at a pivotal moment for an American economy where surging gasoline prices due to the Iran war are pushing up inflation and eroding consumer sentiment, potent ingredients for a…
The day carries a whiff of promise. Jupiter, your ruler, supports partnerships and agreements, and you may feel life moving forward again. Unmarried people can receive a marriage proposal, or at least a serious hint from family.Unmarried young couples might meet after a long time. Even a short meeting, a coffee after office, a walk…
Thalapathy Vijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ is nearing its censor certification, with a screening scheduled for March 9, 2026. This development could pave the way for a release, potentially before the Tamil Nadu elections in late April or early May. The film’s release was initially planned for Pongal but was delayed. Thalapathy Vijay‘s most awaited actioner ‘Jana…
Transform restlessness into productive energy and elevate your work self-assurance. A daring step taken today can ignite your ambition, whether you’re initiating meaningful discussions or launching fresh projects. In interpersonal connections, honesty and transparent dialogue build trust. Students thrive on organization, while professionals achieve their goals through proactive measures. You may wake up restless, then…
You’re in a daring mood today. Mercury sparks your curiosity, and Mars adds courage, so you’ll want to try something a bit unusual, maybe a new route to work or a new way to solve a problem. That fire feels good, but it needs a lid at times.A short journey is likely, a quick outstation…
