Bhubaneswar: Celebrated sand sculptor Padma Shri Sudarsan Pattnaik was accorded a hero’s welcome upon his return to Bhubaneswar on Saturday, following his remarkable achievement of winning the gold medal at the International Sand Art Championship held in Russia. Upon his arrival, Pattnaik was warmly received by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi at the CM’s residence. During…
Bhubaneswar: The long-anticipated opening of the Ratna Bhandar, the treasure trove of the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri, will commence tomorrow, Law Minister Prithiviraj Harichandan announced on Saturday. This decision brings an end to months of speculation and public curiosity. “A high-level committee proposed a standard operating procedure (SOP), which was reviewed by the Shree…
London: Barbora Krejčíková won her second Grand Slam and first Wimbledon title on Saturday, overcoming Italy’s Jasmine Paolini 6-2, 2-6, 6-4 in a thrilling women’s final. Krejčíková quickly took the lead by winning the first set, but Paolini, competing in her second consecutive Grand Slam final, fought back valiantly to push the match to a…
Mumbai: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the INS Towers during his visit to the Indian Newspaper Society (INS) Secretariat at G-Block, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai, today. The state-of-the-art building aims to meet the evolving needs of INS members, providing modern and efficient office space and serving as a nerve center for the newspaper industry in…
Harare: Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill showcased a masterclass in batting as they led India to a thumping 10-wicket victory over Zimbabwe, clinching an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match T20I series. At the Harare Sports Club, India effortlessly chased down Zimbabwe’s total of 152/7, reaching 156 without losing a wicket in just 15.2 overs. Jaiswal,…
Bhubaneswar: The Cyber Crime Unit of CID, Crime Branch, Odisha, has successfully apprehended three individuals, including two Nigerian nationals, involved in a large-scale investment fraud scheme. The arrests were made in New Delhi, marking a significant breakthrough in the fight against organized cybercrime. The arrested individuals are identified as Christoper Chizobam alias Chizobam Krist, Nnamdi Stanley…
Bhubaneswar: In a pioneering initiative aimed at transforming agriculture, the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment today inaugurated 58 Outdoor Digital LED Video Walls across district headquarters and sub-divisional levels in the state. The event was led by Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, who virtually inaugurated the Video Walls from Krushi Samiksha Kendra…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi today emphasized the importance of sacrifice, integrity, and dedication in police service while addressing the passing out parade of 113 newly trained armed police sub-inspectors at the Biju Patnaik State Police Academy. “Service in uniform requires a lot of sacrifice in one’s personal life. Good conduct along with duty in…
Mumbai: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today laid the foundation stone and dedicated to the nation multiple projects in the road, railways, and ports sectors, with a combined value of over Rs 29,400 crores. The ceremony took place in Mumbai, Maharashtra, marking a significant step towards improving connectivity and boosting employment opportunities in the region. Addressing…
New Delhi: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, conducted a high-level meeting today to review the implementation of the “Vibrant Villages Programme” (VVP). During the meeting, Shah reiterated the Government of India’s commitment to the comprehensive development of border villages under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Shah highlighted the necessity…
