Rumours, lies worst part of politics: CM Patnaik as suspense over BJD-BJP poll alliance continues

Rumours, lies worst part of politics: CM Patnaik as suspense over BJD-BJP poll alliance continues

Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik’s remark that rumours and lies were the worst part of politics was seen in two different ways. | Photo Credit: Biswaranjan Rout Odisha Chief Minister and BJD president Naveen Patnaik on March 9 said “rumour” and “lies” are the worst part of politics. Mr. Patnaik made the remark during a conversation … Read more

Kin ‘carry’ pregnant woman across river in Odisha; NHRC intervenes

Kin ‘carry’ pregnant woman across river in Odisha; NHRC intervenes

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued notices to the District Collector of Odisha’s Kalahandi over reports of a pregnant woman being carried on a cot to cross a river in the absence of a bridge. Acting on the petition of human rights activist Akhand, the NHRC directed the District Collector submit an action … Read more