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September 22, 2024

Odisha’s Heartbreak: BJD’s Shutdown Shakes Silence Over Police Brutality as Army Fiancée’s Horror Unfolds

The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has called for a six-hour shutdown in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on Tuesday to protest the alleged custodial assault of an Army officer and his fiancée. The bandh, scheduled from 6 am to 12 noon, aims to highlight concerns over police brutality. BJD leaders, including MLA Arun Kumar Sahoo, expressed deep shock ...

September 19, 2024

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BJD’s Flip on ‘One Nation One Election’: From Cheerleader to Cautious Critic—Is Democracy on the Ropes?

Naveen Patnaik’s Biju Janata Dal (BJD), which previously supported the “One Nation One Election” proposal, has changed its stance, echoing concerns from the Opposition. The party is questioning the details of the plan adopted by the Union Cabinet, worried about potential issues like hung assemblies and constitutional crises. BJD MP Sasmit Patra emphasized the need ...