Bhubaneswar: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Sunday visited the headquarters of the National Testing Agency (NTA) to review the conduct of the NEET UG 2026 examination, being held across the country. During his visit, the Minister assessed key operational arrangements, including examination logistics, coordination with test centres, and real-time monitoring systems put in place…
Bhubaneswar: The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting has appointed noted lyricist and communications expert Prasoon Joshi as the Chairman of Prasar Bharati, the country’s public service broadcaster. A prominent creative professional, Joshi is widely recognised for his contributions across literature, advertising, cinema and public communication. Known for his evocative writing and strong cultural connect, his…
Bhubaneswar: Marking a push towards safer campuses and industry-aligned education, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Saturday introduced the ShaktiShree mobile application along with a structured internship guideline framework for students in higher education institutions. The announcements were made during a national-level workshop attended by Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and State Higher Education…
Bhubaneswar: Day 3 of the Junior & Senior Artistic Gymnastics National Championships 2026–27 witnessed high-quality performances in the Women’s Artistic Gymnastics (WAG) events at the Gymnastics High Performance Centre, Kalinga Stadium. In the Junior Women’s Individual All-Around competition, Pahel Shah from Maharashtra clinched the gold medal with a score of 41.366, showcasing consistency and precision…
Bhubaneswar: The Revenue Officers’ Training Institute (ROTI) on Friday hosted the valedictory ceremony for the Odisha Administrative Service (OAS) DR-2023 batch, marking the successful completion of their institutional training programme. The four-week training, conducted from April 6 to May 2, saw 30 OAS probationers undergo intensive preparation in administrative functions and governance. The ceremony was…
Bhubaneswar: A new national record headline marked the opening day of the inaugural Indian Indoor Open Combined Events and Pole Vault Competition, as Kuldeep Kumar delivered a standout performance to clinch gold in the men’s pole vault event. Representing Madhya Pradesh, the 21-year-old cleared 5.41 metres on his first attempt, surpassing the previous national record…
Bhubaneswar: The World Skill Center (WSC) has extended the deadline for submission of online applications for its 2026–27 academic session to May 15, giving aspirants across the country additional time to apply for its industry-oriented programmes. The entrance examination for admission is scheduled to be held on May 31, 2026, while the new academic session…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has emerged as one of the top-performing states under the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation, with the state government accelerating urban water and infrastructure projects through focused implementation and strong administrative oversight. Officials said the programme is being rolled out across 89 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), with 345 projects worth ₹4,030.18…
Bhubaneswar: Laying out a comprehensive vision for education-led growth, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday announced a series of reforms and investments aimed at transforming the state into a “knowledge hub” under the National Education Policy 2020. Speaking at a national-level workshop on NEP implementation in Bhubaneswar, Majhi said the state is focusing…
New Delhi/Goa: The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting has appointed noted filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker as the Festival Director for the 57th edition of the International Film Festival of India, scheduled to be held in Goa. Gowariker, known for his significant contributions to Indian cinema, brings decades of association with IFFI, reflecting his long-standing engagement with…
