Top 10 News: Key Updates from Odisha, India, and the World

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1. World AIDS Day 

World AIDS Day is observed today as part of an international campaign to raise awareness of HIV/AIDS. With concerning HIV infection rates in certain places, Odisha cites serious difficulties. 

2. The Weather Report 

Parts of Odisha see mild rainfall as a result of Cyclone Fengal's effects on Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. The state is still experiencing a cold wave. 

3. International Festival of Sand Art 

With pieces by 129 artists from India and elsewhere, the renowned Konark Sand Art Festival, which celebrates creativity worldwide, begins today. 

4. Update on Midday Meals 

The Odisha government has raised the price of midday meals. With effect from today, the new prices are ₹7.64 for elementary children and ₹10.94 for upper-primary kids. 

5. Bhubaneswar Metro Project Development 

The first phase of the metro, which would include 20 stations and be 26 km long, will have cultural themes and be finished by December 2027. 

6. Arvind Kejriwal Attack Attempt 

An unidentified person threw liquid at the former Delhi CM during a rally. Kejriwal remains unharmed. 

7. 59th DGP/IGP Conference in Bhubaneswar 

The 59th DGP/IGP Conference was opened by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, with a focus on the need of collaboration and innovation in tackling national security issues. Top law enforcement authorities, decision-makers, and security specialists from all over India have gathered for the three-day conference, which runs from November 29 to December 1. 

8. Congress vs BJP 

BJP strongly counters Congress’s allegations on EVMs and electoral processes. 

9. Elixir 3.0 

The Heritage College in Kolkata successfully sponsored Elixir 3.0 on November 29th, bringing together 17 top universities from all around the city in a great celebration of talent, innovation, and leadership. The Heritage Commerce Society organised the tournament, which gave students a chance to compete fiercely in the literary, cultural, and managerial fields. 

10. Cyclone Fengal Approaches Tamil Nadu 

High tides, rain, and strong winds have all been delivered to Tamil Nadu's coastal areas by Cyclone Fengal, which is presently building over the southwest Bay of Bengal. As the cyclone approaches landfall, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued advisories for Puducherry, North Tamil Nadu, and portions of south Andhra Pradesh.
For full updates, stay tuned!