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- आंध्र प्रदेश और ओडिशा में मूसलाधार बारिश और तेज़ हवाओं का दौर जारी। चक्रवाती तूफ़ान मोन्था आज शाम या रात तक मचिलीपट्टणम और कलिंगपट्टणम के बीच काकीनाडा के पास पहुंचेगा।
- President Droupadi Murmu inaugurates 8th session of the International Solar Alliance in New Delhi; Stresses on need to take urgent steps to combat climate change.
- बिहार विधानसभा चुनाव प्रचार जोरो पर। महागठबंधन आज शाम अपना घोषणापत्र जारी करेगा जबकि एनडीए के घटक दल मतदाताओं को लुभाने के लिए प्रचार में जुटे।
- In United States, thousands of flights delayed and over 100 cancelled as government shutdown disrupt air travel.
- शतरंज में, भारत के डी. गुकेश ने अमरीका के ग्रैंड मास्टर्स हिकारू नाकामुरा और फैबियानो कारूआना को हराकर क्लच शतरंज चैंपियंस में बढ़त बनाई।
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Our segment Dateline India, in which we take a look at the developments taking place at the national or global level. Today, we will talk about Koraput COFFEE.
Today, we travel to the picturesque hills of Koraput in southern Odisha – where misty mornings and rich red soil nurture something truly special… a brew that has found its way into the Prime Minister’s words and the hearts of millions – Koraput Coffee! During his Mann Ki Baat programme this Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Koraput Coffee, calling it “The Pride of Odisha.”He admired not just its exquisite flavour, but also how it’s transforming lives – especially for women farmers in this beautiful region.
जी बिल्कुल, कोरापुट कॉफ़ी अपने अनोखे स्वाद के लिए मशहूर है। साथ ही, कॉफ़ी की खेती भी इस क्षेत्र के लोगों के लिए फ़ायदेमंद साबित हो रही है। “कोरापुट कॉफ़ी ओडिशा का गौरव है।”
और ये छोटी सी भूरी फली न सिर्फ़ कैफ़ीन है, बल्कि अपने साथ समुदाय और संस्कृति भी समेटे हुए है।
Let’s take you to the heart of Koraput, where coffee cultivation began decades ago – but has now taken on new life, thanks to the passion of local farmers and cooperatives. Amidst lush coffee plantations in Koraput, where rows of coffee shrubs stretch across the rolling hills. Farmers pick ripe red cherries – each one filled with a burst of flavours. Earlier farmers used to depend on small crops that didn’t earn much. But after learning coffee cultivation, their lives changed. Forming self-help groups, and selling coffee beans collectively, Koraput Coffee is more than just a drink – it’s empowerment in every sip.
राज्यपाल ने कॉफ़ी उत्पादकों की कड़ी मेहनत की सराहना की। उन्होंने कहा कि प्रधानमंत्री के शब्द कॉफ़ी उत्पादकों के लिए बड़ा प्रोत्साहन हैं- खासकर महिलाओं के लिए, जिन्होंने कोरापुट को सशक्तिकरण और उत्कृष्टता के प्रतीक में बदल दिया है।
The story doesn’t end there!
Odisha’s Chief Minister, Mohan Charan Majhi, shared his delight too. He said – Pride brewed with joy when the Prime Minister mentioned Koraput Coffee. It’s a testament to Odisha’s diverse climate and harvest, and also a window into the support our women cultivators receive.”
केंद्रीय मंत्री धर्मेंद्र प्रधान ने भी प्रधानमंत्री का आभार व्यक्त करते हुए कहा कि कोरापुट कॉफ़ी की माँग विश्व बाज़ार में बढ़ रही है। उन्होंने सभी से आग्रह किया कि वे कोरापुट’ के लिए एक वैश्विक पहचान बनाने में मदद करें ताकि दुनिया को ओडिशा की बेहतरीन कॉफ़ी का स्वाद चखने का मौका मिले।
So what makes this coffee so special?
Experts say it’s all about Koraput’s unique agro-climatic conditions – the altitude, the rainfall, the fertile soil, and the traditional organic methods used by the farmers. Today, coffee is cultivated over 2,759 hectares of land in the district – producing rich Arabica beans known for their smooth texture, chocolatey notes, and balanced acidity. even the aroma is heavenly!
You can almost smell it through the radio, can’t you?
बीन्स से आगे बढ़कर, कोरापुट कॉफ़ी ने ग्रामीणों में जागरूकता जगाई है – ग्रामीण उद्यमिता का एक आंदोलन। ओडिशा सरकार और सहकारी समितियाँ कॉफ़ी की खेती का विस्तार करने, पैकेजिंग में सुधार करने और इस कॉफी को भारतीय और अंतर्राष्ट्रीय, दोनों बाज़ारों में पहुँचाने के लिए मिलकर काम कर रही हैं।
Already, Koraput Coffee has been showcased at national and global expos, and is now available in select cafés and online stores. But at its core, it remains rooted in its people – the tribal farmers, the women’s self-help groups, and the quiet hills that nurture every bean. Koraput Coffee – brewed in the hills, inspired by the heart, and celebrated across the nation.
तो अगली बार जब आप अपनी सुबह की कॉफ़ी की चुस्की लें, तो उन हाथों के बारे में ज़रूर सोचें जिन्होंने इसे सींचा है – कोरापुट की महिलाएं, ओडिशा की पहाड़ियों और भारत के गौरव के बारे में।
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क्षेत्रीय विशेष है :
TIRUCHIRAPPALLI :
The 1040th Birth Anniversary of the legendary Chola Emperor RAJA RAJA CHOLA who ruled from 985 to 1014 CE is celebrated on October 31st and November 1st on his Birth Star Sadhyam this year. The festivities takes place at the BRIHADEESWARAR Temple in Tanjore a UNESCO world heritage site.
“SADHAYA VIZHA is a festival that commemorates the birthday of RAJA RAJA CHOLAN, one of the greatest kings of Tamil history. It is held every year at the Tanjore Big Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that he built over a thousand years ago. The festival showcases the rich and diverse art, culture, and tradition of the Tamil people and pays tribute to the king who brought prosperity and glory to his empire. The Legacy of RAJA RAJA CHOLA a visionary ruler who expanded his domain to include most of South India, Sri Lanka and parts of South East Asia was a patron of arts and literature and supported the development of Tamil language and culture. He was also a devout Shaivite and built many temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. Raja Raja Cholan’s most remarkable achievement was the construction of Brihadeeswarar Temple, also known as the Big Temple, in Tanjore. The temple is an architectural marvel, with a 216 foot tall tower, a 13 foot tall Shiva Lingam and exquisite sculptures and paintings. The Significance of Raja Raja Cholans Sadhaya Vizha is a festival which falls on the day when the Sadhaya Star is visible in the Tamil month of Aippasi. The festival was started by the king himself in 985 AD, when he ascended the throne.
Since then, it has been observed every year by his descendants and devotees. The festival involves various cultural and religious programmes, such as Bharatanatyam dance, Thirumurai Pannisai, Natha Sangamam and Kaviyarangam. Owing to the Kings Sadhaya Vizha The BRIHADEESWARAR Temple is decorated with electric lights as well as floral arrangements with an enchanting glorious and divine look which remains a feast to the eyes of local people and tourists. A special Abishegam is performed to the Shiva Lingam and the bronze idols of the king and his consort. Special Abhisehams to Peruvudaiyar and Periya Nayaki with Milk, Panneer, Curd, Sandal and various 41 specific flavoured products is done in the presence of Raja Raja Cholan’s Statue. On behalf of Tamil Nadu Government a massive rally and a cultural heritage celebration is also held. The rally is scheduled from Tanjore Palace to Big Temple Nandhi Statue depicting the good old native arts of Tamilnadu such as Karakattam, Oyilattam, Thappattam, Kolattam, Mayilattam, Puliyattam, Kummiyattam, Silambattam, Poikal Kudirai along with Bharadanatiyam and Sendai Melam which is full of cultural heritage festivity. Thirumurai, the sacred shaivate texts brought to Big Temple from Chidambaram and other places by King Raja Raja Chola will be recited during the event to honour the kings effort to popularise the recital of the same. This move enriches the spiritual landscape of Tanjore as well as the contribution to the preservation and dissemination of Tamil Shaivate traditions. Raja Raja Chola’s patronage of Thirumurai recitation reflects his commitment to promoting the culture and spiritual heritage of Tamil Nadu. The Legacy of his efforts continues to be celebrated during the Sadhaya vizha Festival where Thirumurai Pannisai remains the integral part of the celebrations. The Thirumurai Palm inscriptions are carried on a well decorated Elephant chariot throughout the city followed by Oduvar’s recitation of the same.
A massive Bharadanatiyam the art native of Tamil Nadu will be conducted were thousand’s of classical dancer’s will participate. A grand function will be held in the temple premises were Tamil Scholars, Teachers and various walks of life is to be honoured with Awards and Certificates. Sadhaya Vizha is a way to honour the king and express gratitude for his outstanding contribution to the development of his subjects. It is also a way to appreciate the art, culture, and tradition of the Tamil people, which has survived and thrived for centuries. The festival is a reminder of the rich and glorious heritage of Tamil Nadu, and a source of inspiration for the present and future generations. Sadhaya Vizha is not just a festival, but a celebration of Tamil identity and pride. SHANTI RAMESH For Parikrama from Akashawani, Tiruchirappalli.”
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GUWAHATI :
Raas Mahotsav is an annual festival celebrated in Assam, primarily dedicated to the worship and celebration of Lord Krishna Raas Mahotsav involves dancing, singing, and rituals that are deeply connected with the Vaishnavism tradition, particularly the Raas Leela, which represents the divine love between Lord Krishna and his devotees. It is a part of the Neo-Vaishnavite culture propagated by the 15th-century saint Srimanta Sankardev, who used dance dramas to make religious teachings accessible to common people.
“The Raas Mahotsav is celebrated in several places across the State, but Barpeta, Majuli, Sivasagar and Nagaon are known for their grand celebrations of this festival. The 98th Raas Mahotsav of Howly in Barpeta district begins on 5th November. The Howly Rash festival and fair attract a lot of people, not just from Assam but also from West Bengal. This Raas Mela has developed a tradition of its own and holds a separate identity for its uniqueness and indigenous clarity. Although this mela depicts Lord Krishna’s life, it catches the attention of individuals from different communities and religions. In this Festival, programmes like Oja-Pali, Dhulia, Yatra, Kabigaan and Naam Kirtan are organized. However, the true charm of the festival remains in its traditional clay idol exhibitions where more than 400 meticulously crafted clay idols are showcased. The 15-day long Howly Rash Mela is to be concluded on 19th November.”
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Madgaon :
In Madgaon, Konkani filmmakers and artists continue to bring pride to Goa on the global stage.
“Konkani short film Ancessao has brought laurels to Goa by winning top honours at the recently held International South Asia Regional Film Festival in Toronto, USA. The film’s writer, director, and cinematographer Manguirish Bandodkar received the award for Best Short Film. Sharing his excitement, he said this journey has been nothing short of a dream — filled with waiting, working, doubting, and hoping. “I am humbled and proud at the same time. This isn’t just my victory, it’s our team’s victory. Every single person who gave their energy, love, and sleepless nights to this film has made this possible,” he said. Manguirish while speaking to Akashvani said that….
Manguirish Bandodkar’s He added that a Goan story born in a small corner of the world will now reach global audiences, carrying Goa’s name proudly on the international stage.
The Konkani Bhasha Mandal and Akhil Bharatiya Konkani Parishad have jointly congratulated Bandodkar for his achievement. In a joint statement, their presidents Ratnamala Divkar and Chetan Acharya said the recognition among 120 films in 22 languages is a moment of pride for the Konkani community. With growing international recognition, Goa’s filmmakers continue to make their mark on the global stage. Nikhil Upadhyay Akashwani news Panaji.”
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आंध्र प्रदेश :
आंध्र प्रदेश में चक्रवात मोन्था से मूसलाधार बारिश, तेज़ हवाओं और बाढ़ जैसी स्थिति बन गई हे। मोन्था 110 किलोमीटर प्रति घंटे की गति से एक भीषण चक्रवाती तूफ़ान में बदल गया है। उत्तर-उत्तर-पश्चिम दिशा में बढ़ते हुए इस तूफ़ान के आज रात तक मचिलीपट्टणम और कलिंगपट्टणम के बीच काकीनाडा पहुँचने की उम्मीद है।
“Heavy to very heavy rain since morning has lashed Kakinada, Machilipatnam, Krishna, West Godavari, Konaseema, Bapatla, Prakasam, Nellore, and parts of Rayalaseema. An 8-kilometre beach road between Kakinada and Uppada has been damaged, Sea conditions remain rough, with a storm surge along the Krishna and Godavari river basins, prompting restrictions on beach access and a ban on fishing. Danger signal number seven has been hoisted at Kakinada port, with lower alerts for all other ports, putting the entire coastline on high alert. The state government has launched massive rescue and relief operations, evacuating people from cyclone prone villages to relief camps stocked with food and water. Allu Murali, Akashvani News, Vijayawada.”
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खेल के मैदान :
In Chess, Gukesh Dommaraju took the early lead at the Clutch Chess Champions Showdown 2025, finishing Day 1 atop the table at the St. Louis Chess Club, USA yesterday. Against a lineup featuring the world’s elite Magnus Carlsen, Hikaru Nakamura, and Fabiano Caruana the 18-year-old Indian grandmaster topped the table with 4/6 points, followed by Carlsen on 3.5, Nakamura on 3, and Caruana on 1.5. The event, brings together the top four names in world chess for a rapid-format contest unlike any other. With 412,000 dollars in prize money and a format that doubles points in later rounds, every move carries weight.
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Business News :
Benchmark domestic equity indices, the Sensex and the Nifty, opened on a positive note today. However, the indices were unable to sustain their initial gains, lost momentum as the session progressed, and eventually closed moderately lower. The Sensex lost 151 points or 0.18 per cent to close at 84 thousand 628, while the Nifty fell 30 points or 0.11 per cent to settle at 25 thousand 936. In the Forex market, the rupee today depreciated by two paise to trade at 88 rupees and 26 paise, a short while ago.
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पुण्यतिथि, जयंती या जन्मदिन।
Edward James Hughes or Ted Hughes :
Edward James Hughes or Ted Hughes passed away on this day in 1998. He was an English poet, translator, and children’s writer. Critics frequently rank him as one of the best poets of his generation and one of the twentieth century’s greatest writers. He was appointed Poet Laureate in 1984 and held the office until his death. In 2008, The Times ranked Hughes fourth on its list of “The 50 greatest British writers since 1945”.
He married fellow poet Sylvia Plath, an American, in 1956.
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Joaquin Rafael Phoenix :
Joaquin Rafael Phoenix [a] (/hwɑːˈkiːn/ ⓘ whah-KEEN;) was born on this day in 1974. He is an American actor. Widely described as one of the preeminent actors of his generation[b] and known for his roles as dark, unconventional and eccentric characters in independent film, he has received various accolades, He had success with the horror films Signs (2002) and The Village (2004), the historical drama Hotel Rwanda (2004), and won a Grammy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of musician Johnny Cash in the biopic Walk the Line (2005). For his performance as the titular character of Joker (2019), Phoenix won the Academy Award for Best Actor. He reprised his role in the 2024 sequel. He has since starred in the independent films C’mon C’mon (2021), Beau Is Afraid (2023) and Eddington (2025), and portrayed the title role in the historical drama Napoleon (2023).
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बिल गेट्स (माइक्रोसॉफ़्ट के संस्थापक) :
आज जन्मदिन है माइक्रोसॉफ़्ट के संस्थापक बिल गेट्स का। टेक्नोलॉजी की दुनिया में क्रांति लाने वाले जादूगर बिल गेट्स ने कंप्यूटर को हर घर की शान बना दिया, जहां सॉफ्टवेयर की उनकी दूरदृष्टि ने पूरी दुनिया को जोड़ दिया। बिल गेट्स ने 1975 (पचहत्तर) में बचपन के दोस्त पॉल एलन के साथ माइक्रोसॉफ्ट कंपनी की स्थापना की, जो 1980 के दशक में पर्सनल कंप्यूटिंग की क्रांति का केंद्र बनी। उन्होंने MS-DOS और विंडोज ऑपरेटिंग सिस्टम विकसित किए, जो IBM जैसे दिग्गजों के साथ साझेदारी से वैश्विक स्तर पर फैले, और 1986 (छियासी) में कंपनी के IPO के बाद 31 वर्ष की उम्र में दुनिया के सबसे युवा अरबपति बने। 1989 (नवासी) में ‘माइक्रोसॉफ्ट ऑफिस’ लॉन्च कर उन्होंने वर्ड और एक्सेल जैसे टूल्स को एकीकृत किया।
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John Locke :
John Locke (/lɒk/;0 passed away on this day in 1704. He was an English philosopher and physician, widely regarded as one of the most influential of the Enlightenment thinkers and commonly known as the “father of liberalism” Considered one of the first of the British empiricists, following the tradition of Francis Bacon, Locke is equally important to social contract theory. His work greatly affected the development of epistemology and political philosophy.
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Annada Shankar Ray :
Annada Shankar Ray passed away on this day in 2002. He was an Indian poet and essayist in Bengali. He also wrote some Odia poetry
He wrote several Bengali poems criticising the Partition of India. Most notable is “Teler shishi bhaanglo bole khukur pare raag karo. Among his many essays, the book Banglar Reneissance has an analytical history of the cultural and social revolution in Bengal. Ray’s best known work is Pathe Prabaase, a diary of his trip in Europe in 1931. He died in Kolkata on 28 October 2002.
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अंजान :
अंजान (मशहूर गीतकार तथा ख्याति प्राप्त शायर) लिया और जिससे उर्दू की मिठास हिंदी के बोलचाल से मिली। 28 अक्टूबर 1930 को बनारस में जन्मे अंजान, जिनका असली नाम लालजी पांडे था। उन्होंने 1953 (तिरेपन) में फिल्म ‘प्रिजनर ऑफ गोल-कुंडा’ से गीतकार के रूप में डेब्यू किया और 300 से अधिक फिल्मों में 1500 से ज्यादा गीत लिखे। कल्याणजी-आनंदजी, आर.डी. बर्मन और बप्पी लहिरी जैसे संगीतकारों के साथ उनकी जोड़ी ने ‘खईके पान बनारस वाला’ , ‘चली रे पथिक चली रे’ , ‘जिंदगी की ना टूटे लड़ी’ और ‘दिल ले गया परदेसी’ जैसे सदाबहार गाने दिए, जो आज भी लोकप्रिय हैं। मुशायरों में शायरी से निकलकर बॉलीवुड पहुंचे अंजान ने भोजपुरी और अवधी शैली को फिल्मी गीतों में उतारा, जिससे हिंदी सिनेमा की धुनें और जीवंत हुईं। उनके गीतों ने 1960 से 80 के दशक की फिल्मों को सजाया, और वे फिल्मफेयर अवार्ड्स में नामांकित भी हुए। शायर की कलम से रची वो कहानी, जो गीत बनकर इतिहास रच गई… आइए सुनते हैं उनके कुछ सदाबहार गीत।
from his frequent collaborations with composers Kalyanji-Anandji, Laxmikant-Pyarelal, R. D. Burman and Bappi Lahiri. Lyricist Sameer is his son.
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Brad Douglas Paisley :
Brad Douglas Paisley was born on this day in 1972. He is an American country music singer, songwriter, and guitarist. His first success came in 1997 as the writer of David Kersh’s “Another You”. After this, he signed with Arista Nashville in 1998, and released his debut album Who Needs Pictures in 1999. This was the first of 12 studio albums he released for the label before its closure in 2023, after which he transferred to EMI Nashville. His most commercially successful albums are Mud on the Tires (2003) and Time Well Wasted (2005), both certified double platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America.
Paisley has charted more than 50 singles on the Billboard country singles charts, including 19 number-one singles ranging from “He Didn’t Have to Be” in 1999 and “Perfect Storm” in 2015.
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Indra Nooyi :
Indra Nooyi was born on this day in 1955. She is an American business executive who was the chairman and chief executive officer (CEO) of PepsiCo from 2006 to 2018.
Nooyi has consistently ranked among the world’s 100 most powerful women. In 2014, she was ranked at number 13 on the Forbes list, and the second most powerful woman on the Fortune list in 2015 and 2017. She sits on the boards of Amazon and the International Cricket Council, among other organizations.
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Julia Fiona Roberts :
Julia Fiona Roberts was born on this day in 1967. She is an American actress. Known for her leading roles across various genres, she has received multiple accolades, including an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, and three Golden Globe Awards. She became known for portraying charming and relatable characters in romantic comedies and blockbusters, before expanding into dramas, thrillers, and independent films. The films in which she has starred have collectively grossed over $3.9 billion worldwide, making her one of Hollywood’s most bankable stars,[2] while the media nicknamed her “America’s Sweetheart” in recognition of her widespread popularity and on- and off-screen charisma.
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