100-Word Insight

It's believed that BJP will prepare a list all victims and provide them a 'guarantee', which can be included in 'Modi Guarantee' campaign in Odisha.

By choosing Jay Panda for this most important portfolio, the central BJP has reposed trust in him and sent a clear message that they trust his capabilities.

It would be interesting to see how @HeitiBhaina handle functions now, as Sangram's identity is made public.

With BJP giving special attention to Western Odisha and Dharmendra possibly contesting polls from Sambalpur, the battle will turn interesting in the coming months.

By revoking his expulsion from the party, BJD President Naveen Patnaik has restored Dr. Rout’s respect and honour which he had lost in 2018.

Even, the BJD workers see it as a "losing battle" in the prestigious seat where the party had suffered a shock defeat in 2019 polls.

Putting all speculations of a possible alliance into rest, BJP's Odisha In-Charge Sunil Bansal ruled out any understanding with the ruling BJD and asked the party leaders and workers to go aggressive with a clear focus on 'Mission 2024'.…

While Dharmendra gives clear signal that he is going to contest from Sambalpur Lok Sabha, BJD goes on a mission mode to ensure his defeat.

Soon after joining politics, VK Pandian has changed his tone and gesture, and waged a direct war on the opposition. In the last few days, he has been critical of Dharmendra Pradhan, albeit without naming him in public. It can be recalled…

With Raghubar focusing more on public grievances, the stage is getting set for a bigger tussle. And, there is little doubt that he is doing everything with a clear instruction from the top.