Author: Manish Kumar

Padma Shri Awards 2025: Honouring Excellence in Odisha

Manish Kumar

The Padma Awards are among India’s highest civilian honors, recognizing individuals who have made distinguished contributions in various fields. Instituted in 1954, these awards are conferred annually in three categories: Padma Vibhushan (for exceptional and distinguished service), Padma Bhushan (for distinguished service of a high order), and Padma Shri (for distinguished service in any field). Announced on the eve of Republic Day, these awards celebrate excellence across diverse disciplines, including art, medicine, literature, education, and public service. In 2025, four eminent personalities from Odisha have been selected to receive the…

The Implementation of the Uniform Civil Code in Uttarakhand: A Landmark Reform

Manish Kumar

The Uniform Civil Code (UCC) is a legal framework that seeks to establish uniform personal laws applicable to all citizens, irrespective of religion, caste, or gender. It aims to standardize laws related to marriage, divorce, adoption, inheritance, and succession. Article 44 of the Indian Constitution, under the Directive Principles of State Policy, directs the state to work towards implementing a UCC to promote national integration and equality. However, the implementation of the UCC has been met with opposition from various political leaders and religious groups who argue that it undermines…

“Republic Day 2025: Google Honors India’s Diversity with Wildlife-Themed Doodle”

Manish Kumar

Republic Day 2025 Google Doodle features a diverse culture through ‘Republic Day parade’, it was illustrated by Pune-based guest artist Rohan Dahotre. The animals portrayed in the parade represent different regions of India. As India celebrates its 76th Republic Day today, Google also marks the celebration by highlighting India’s rich and diverse culture through Doodle. Republic Day 2025 Google doodle shows a snow leopard, tiger, crocodile, and a few other animals and birds representing different regions of India and its diversity. All creatures are wearing Indian attires from different regions…

“Mahakumbh: Take a Holy Dip at Triveni Sangam to Wash Away Your Sins on This Auspicious Day”

Manish Kumar

Mahakumbh 2025: According to religious beliefs, on this day, the water of the Ganges is considered to turn into Amrit (nectar) and it is believed that taking a dip in the holy waters on this day cleanses all sins. Taking a dip in the Sangam during the Kumbh Mela is always considered sacred, but taking a bath on Mauni Amavasya holds special significance. Mauni Amavasya, considered one of the most auspicious days during the Kumbh Mela, falls on the new moon day (Amavasya) in the month of Magha according to…

“Odisha Warriors Win Inaugural Women’s Hockey India League Title with 2-1 Victory Over Soorma HC”

Manish Kumar

Odisha Warriors’ only loss in the tournament came against the Soorma Hockey Club in a league game with a 1-2 margin and Janneke Schopman’s side avenged it rather decisively, in the summit clash. Rutuja Dadaso Pisal starred with a brace and was named the Player of the Match. A Janneke Schopman side was finally able to win a decisive clash at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Stadium in Ranchi as Odisha Warriors became the first-time champions of the Women’s Hockey India League (HIL). Schopman may not have done it then…

Indian Publishers Sue OpenAI Over ChatGPT Copyright Claims

Manish Kumar

A group of leading Indian book publishers, represented by the Federation of Indian Publishers, has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI in the Delhi High Court. The lawsuit alleges that OpenAI utilized copyrighted literary content without authorization to train its AI chatbot, ChatGPT. This legal action reflects growing global concerns regarding the misuse of copyrighted material by AI technology companies. The lawsuit, filed in December, accuses OpenAI of using summaries and excerpts from copyrighted books without permission from publishers like Bloomsbury, Penguin Random House, and Cambridge University Press. The publishers argue…

India Takes Bold Steps to Lead the AI Revolution

Manish Kumar

India is poised to assume global leadership in artificial intelligence (AI), much like it has established itself as a powerhouse in IT services, Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, said on Thursday at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos. Speaking to news agency PTI, Vaishnaw emphasized that India is laying the foundation for sustained growth in AI by balancing necessary regulations with innovation. “India has proven its mettle in IT services, and a similar opportunity lies in AI. To seize it, we are equipping our youth…

“Amit Shah Unveils BJP’s Final ‘Sankalp Patra’ for Delhi Assembly Polls: Key Promises Highlighted”

Manish Kumar

Union Home Minister Amit Shah unveils BJP’s ‘Sankalp Patra’ for Delhi Assembly Elections, focusing on development, women’s safety, better transport, and affordable housing. Union Home Minister Amit Shah unveiled the third and final part of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) ‘Vikasit Dilli Sankalp Patra’ at the Delhi BJP headquarters. The manifesto outlines BJP’s vision and key promises for the upcoming Delhi Assembly Elections 2025.   Sankalp Patra based on public suggestions Amit Shah emphasised the credibility of the manifesto, stating, “For BJP, a manifesto is a matter of trust, not…

“Manish Sisodia Accuses BJP of Fabricating Stories in Delhi Excise Policy Scam at Chunav Manch”

Manish Kumar

Delhi Assembly Elections 2025: Sisodia said, “BJP is using Enforcement Directorate (ED) and Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) against all the opposition leaders who are not listening to them or following their instructions and this is called a ‘dictatorship’ rule.” Delhi Assembly Elections 2025: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Manish Sisodia today (January 25) said that while doing poll campaigning ahead of the Delhi Assembly Elections 2025 we have received positive feedback. “Even the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers are saying that the government of AAP is coming again in…

“Kejriwal Slams BJP as ‘Visionless’, Talks About His Work for Delhi on Chunav Manch”

Manish Kumar

In an exclusive interview with India TV on Chunav Manch, Arvind Kejriwal, the former Delhi CM, said the opposition BJP is aimless and visionless and criticised the BJP for doing negative politics. The AAP is pursuing a third consecutive term in the city, but it faces a tight contest from the BJP. The polling in the Delhi Assembly elections is scheduled for February 5, with results to be declared on February 8. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is pursuing a third consecutive term in the city, but it faces a…