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Bagchi Karunashraya Palliative Care Centre Brings Hope to Terminally Ill Cancer Patients

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated the Bagchi Karunashraya Palliative Care Centre today, a 110-bed facility offering free care for terminally ill cancer patients. Established through the efforts of the Bangalore Hospice Trust’s Karunashraya institution and philanthropic contributions from Sushmita and Subroto Bagchi, the center aims to provide compassionate care and foster research in…

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Odisha State NSS Awards Recognize 20 for Exemplary Social Service

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha State NSS Awards Ceremony for the year 2023-24 was held today under the auspices of the Higher Education Department, honoring 20 individuals and units for their remarkable contributions to social service. The awards recognized 12 volunteers, three program officers, and three NSS units for their exceptional efforts in advancing the objectives of…

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Odisha Govt Doubles Grain Transportation Rate Under Supplementary Nutrition Programme

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has announced a significant increase in the transportation rate for grains such as rice and wheat under the Supplementary Nutrition Programme, raising the maximum price per quintal from ₹75 to ₹150. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi approved the proposal, according to a press release from the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO). The…

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Bhubaneswar Development Authority Hosts Public Hearing for TP Scheme-8

Bhubaneswar: The Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) conducted a public hearing today with landowners from Andharua and Daspur areas to discuss the draft Town Planning (TP) Scheme-8. This initiative is part of the city’s efforts to develop its inner ring road and enhance peri-urban infrastructure. Landowners from the designated mouzas actively participated in the meeting, offering…

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Ministry of Defence Signs ₹1,560.52 Crore Contract for 47 Bridge Laying Tanks

New Delhi: In a significant boost to India’s defense capabilities and the Make-in-India initiative, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a contract with the Heavy Vehicles Factory (HVF), a unit of Armoured Vehicle Nigam Limited (AVNL), for the procurement of 47 Tank-72 Bridge Laying Tanks (BLTs). The agreement, valued at ₹1,560.52 crore, was signed…

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India Achieves Major Breakthrough in Hypersonic Technology with Successful Scramjet Engine Test

Hyderabad: The Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL), a Hyderabad-based unit of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has achieved a significant milestone in hypersonic technology with the successful ground test of an Active Cooled Scramjet Combustor. This 120-second test, a first in India, underscores the nation’s growing capabilities in developing advanced hypersonic missiles….

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India’s Renewable Energy Sector on Track to Achieve 500 GW by 2030, Says Union Minister Pralhad Joshi

Jaipur: Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, expressed confidence in India’s renewable energy (RE) sector, stating that the nation is poised to meet and surpass its ambitious target of 500 GW capacity by 2030. Addressing the Regional Review Meeting on Renewable Energy in Jaipur, he highlighted the critical role of renewable energy…

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India’s Innovation and Leadership in Space, Biotech, and Governance: Dr. Jitendra Singh Speaks on Sansad TV

New Delhi: Union Minister of State for Science and Technology (Independent Charge), Dr. Jitendra Singh, shared insights into India’s advancements in space, biotechnology, and governance during an exclusive conversation with Rajya Sabha MP Vijay Tankha on Sansad TV. The discussion highlighted the transformative changes under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, driving India’s rise as a…

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India’s Marine Sector Poised for Global Leadership: Union Minister Highlights JNPA Achievements and Future Prospects

New Delhi: The Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) is set to solidify its position as a global leader in marine trade, with landmark achievements and ambitious development plans unveiled under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government. Union Minister for Ports, Shipping, and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal highlighted these advancements during a series of events…

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