Security tightened in Puri for heritage corridor project inauguration on January 17

Security tightened in Puri for heritage corridor project inauguration on January 17

Shree Mandira Parikrama Project, a massive periphery redevelopment of the famous Jagannath temple, is poised to be unveiled on January 17. | Photo Credit: The Hindu Anticipating a huge turnout of around five lakh devotees, five-layer security arrangements have been put in place in Puri, akin to measures taken during the annual Rath Yatra, for … Read more

Odisha CM Patnaik’s upcoming meet with PM Modi indicates slim chances of BJD joining Opposition coalition

Odisha CM Patnaik’s upcoming meet with PM Modi indicates slim chances of BJD joining Opposition coalition

File picture of Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik. | Photo Credit: PTI Two days after Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar met Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik amidst speculations of strengthening opposition unity, Mr. Patnaik’s scheduled meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday indicated that chances of his party joining any national coalition were slim. … Read more