Bhubaneswar: In anticipation of the upcoming Rath Yatra, the State government of Odisha has declared July 8 as a holiday for banks, banking institutions, all government offices, and revenue and Magisterial courts. The announcement was made by the Revenue and Disaster Management Department, which issued separate notifications confirming the closure. The notification stated, “On the occasion…
New Delhi: In a significant move towards rural empowerment, the Union Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD) and the Union Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MoMSME) today signed a Statement of Intent (SoI) to collaborate on formalizing and strengthening Self Help Group (SHG) women-led rural enterprises through MoMSME’s flagship schemes. The signing ceremony took place…
New Delhi: As the monsoon season advances across India, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has undertaken a series of proactive measures to address water logging and ensure emergency response on National Highways. These efforts aim to provide a seamless and safe travel experience for highway users despite the challenges posed by heavy rainfall…
New Delhi: The Food Corporation of India (FCI) has achieved a remarkable milestone by procuring 266 Lakh Metric Tonnes (LMT) of wheat during the current Rabi Marketing Season (RMS) 2024-25, surpassing last year’s figure of 262 LMT. This significant achievement underscores the nation’s commitment to ensuring food grain sufficiency and supporting the agricultural community. More…
New Delhi: The Smart Cities Mission, a pioneering initiative in India’s urban development landscape since its launch in June 2015, has been extended to facilitate the completion of its transformative projects aimed at enhancing urban living across the country. The mission, known for its innovative approach including city competitions, stakeholder-driven project selections, and deployment of cutting-edge…
New Delhi: The two-day Global INDIAai Summit 2024 kicked off today at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, with a grand opening ceremony graced by Union Minister of Electronics and Information Technology, Railways, and Information & Broadcasting, Ashwini Vaishnaw. The event also featured prominent guests including Vice Minister of Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, Hiroshi…
New Delhi: The 6th meeting of the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) Ministerial Council convened today at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, in a hybrid format. Chaired by the Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology and Commerce & Industry, Jitin Prasada, the meeting saw significant participation from international leaders, including Vice Minister from…
Dibrugarh: The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, swiftly responded to the severe flood situation affecting the greater Dibrugarh region by visiting the area and overseeing the ongoing relief operations. The Minister’s visit covered several flash flood-affected areas, including Graham Bazaar, AT Road, HS Road, RKB Path, Mancotta Road, Thana Chariali, and…
New Delhi: To enhance educational opportunities for girls from disadvantaged backgrounds, the Department of School Education & Literacy, Ministry of Education, Government of India, has announced the provision of ICT (Information and Communication Technology) Labs and Smart Classrooms in all functional Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas (KGBVs) and hostels across the country. This initiative, aligned with…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Government announced plans to add 400 new e-buses to the Mo Bus fleet under the PM e-Bus Sewa scheme. This expansion aims to enhance public transportation infrastructure and provide eco-friendly commuting options for the citizens of Odisha. Odisha Housing & Urban Development Department minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra informed this after traveling on a…
