Odisha depends heavily on mining revenue, with the 2026-27 budget estimating around Rs 53,000 crore, making it one of the most important sources of revenue. What is the MMDR Amendment Act 2026, and why is it being opposed by BJD?

TVK-led ruling alliance gets a new name, ‘Secular Social Justice Victory Alliance’, as Congress, VCK, MDMK and IUML attend the key Chennai meeting while Left parties skip it.

Amruta Fadnavis has opposed the call to bar Muslims from garba and dandiya events in Maharashtra, saying festivals should be celebrated together, while BJP leader Nitesh Rane supported the VHP’s restrictions.