New Delhi: In a bid to enhance public safety and prevent fire-related tragedies, the Government has introduced stringent regulations mandating the use of fire-resistant upholstery fabrics in non-domestic furniture. Effective from October 2023, the new Quality Control Order (QCO) requires all upholstery components used in public spaces to adhere to the Bureau of Indian Standards…
Bhubaneswar: The new season of the popular cooking competition MasterChef India is all set to start and Odisha has a reason to cheer. Odia boy Avinash Patnaik, known for his experimentation with different ingredients and coming up with unique recipes will be seen as one of the contestants in the show to be judged by…
The schedule for the ninth edition of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup was announced by International cricket council (ICC) today.
Jogighopa: In a landmark move to enhance inland waterways connectivity and regional trade, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, inaugurated the Inland Waterways Terminal (IWT) at Jogighopa on Tuesday, dedicating it to the nation. Marking the occasion, the Minister flagged off MV Trishul along with Barges Ajay & Dikshu, carrying 110 metric…
Bhubaneswar: The fifth Project Governing Committee (PGC) meeting for the Rengali Irrigation Project was held on Monday under the chairpersonship of Anu Garg, IAS, Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary to the Government of Odisha, Department of Water Resources. The high-level meeting, conducted at Lok Seva Bhawan, focused on addressing long-pending bottlenecks that have hindered the timely completion…
Rourkela: The Indian women’s hockey team secured a remarkable 1-0 victory against Australia in the Women’s FIH Hockey Pro League 2023/24 at the Birsa Munda International Hockey Stadium on Saturday. Forward Vandana Katariya’s splendid goal in the third quarter proved to be the deciding factor, earning India their second win in the tournament. In the…
New Delhi: In a move that underscores its telecom diplomacy and commitment to leading global digital innovation, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Ministry of Communications, has forged significant international partnerships aimed at building a world-class telecom ecosystem. These collaborations are poised to enhance global connectivity and position India at the forefront of digital infrastructure advancements….
Bhubaneswar: Recognizing and integrating the athletic talents of the sportsperson from the state, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik gave the recruitment letters to 160 meritorious sportspersons, including 81 athletes, during the Nijukti Parba ceremony held in Bhubaneswar. The selected sportspersons have been inducted into various government departments such as the Steel & Mining Department, Revenue and…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move aimed at enhancing the well-being of Kendu leaf pluckers, the Odisha Government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, has announced a substantial increase in bonuses and additional benefits for the current crop season. According to 5T Chairman Kartik Pandian, the Chief Minister declared a 50% bonus for Kendu…
Bhubaneswar: Deputy Chief Minister of Odisha and Minister for Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment and Energy, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, highlighted Odisha’s strides in sustainable agriculture during his address at the Virgin Land Security Summit held at the India International Centre, New Delhi. The summit, sponsored by Uday India, brought together policymakers, agri-business leaders, farmer organizations,…
