Bhubaneswar: The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS), in collaboration with UNICEF India, has launched TALASH — Tribal Aptitude, Life Skills, and Self-Esteem Hub — a first-of-its-kind digital program exclusively designed for students of Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs). Aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the program is set to benefit more…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has intensified efforts to fast-track major railway projects aimed at strengthening connectivity, promoting tourism, and supporting industrial growth across the state. In a high-level review meeting chaired by Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary Smt. Anu Garg, senior officials from the state government, East Coast Railway, Forest Department, and Tourism Department assessed progress on key…
New Delhi: Union Minister for Education, Dharmendra Pradhan, today launched the Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025, a pioneering nationwide innovation movement designed to engage school students across the country in building ideas for India’s development journey. The initiative is being organised by the Department of School Education & Literacy (DoSEL), Ministry of Education, in collaboration with…
New Delhi: The 71st National Film Awards turned Vigyan Bhawan into a stage of pride and celebration as President of India, Droupadi Murmu, conferred honours on some of the brightest talents of Indian cinema. From standing ovations to emotional tributes, the evening reflected the power of films to shape hearts and unite the nation. The…
Dhenkanal: Once celebrated for its exquisite kansha pitala (bronze-brass) utensils, Indipur village in Odisha’s Dhenkanal district is witnessing a slow decline of its centuries-old craft. A recent Dhenkanal Heritage Walk (DHW) to the village revealed a grim reality—without sustained patronage and support, this unique tradition may soon vanish. For over 200 years, Indipur has held…
Bhubaneswar: The World Skill Center (WSC), Odisha’s premier hub for advanced skill training, witnessed a proud moment today as 1,088 students graduated from its 6th batch. The ceremony, graced by Sampad Chandra Swain, Minister of Skill Development & Technical Education, celebrated not just academic achievement but the growing global recognition of Odisha’s skilled workforce. Congratulating…
Itanagar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday laid the foundation stone for a series of projects worth over ₹5,127 crore in Arunachal Pradesh, focusing on power generation, infrastructure development, and border connectivity. The initiatives, officials said, will strengthen the frontier state’s economy while addressing strategic needs. The highlight of the announcements was the launch of…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is exploring the use of indigenous underwater robotics technology to strengthen the safety and sustainability of its reservoirs, dams, and river bridges. The idea was discussed today during a meeting between Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja and Debendra Pradhan, Co-Founder of Coratia Technologies Pvt. Ltd., at Lokseva Bhawan. Coratia Technologies, a start-up incubated at…
The 14th edition of Odisha Manaska, the monthly discussion forum of All Things Odisha, was held on Sunday at the head office of ExtraOdinari and Safe Odisha For Her, Sahid Nagar
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday unveiled the Next Generation GST reforms, announcing that India will now move to a simplified two-slab structure of 5% and 18%. Addressing the nation via video conferencing on the first day of Navratri, he said the reform marks the beginning of a nationwide ‘GST Bachat Utsav’ (Savings…
