New Delhi: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, chaired a regional conference on ‘Drug Trafficking and National Security’ at Vigyan Bhavan today. Organized by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), the conference focused on combating drug trafficking and its impact on national security, with a special emphasis on eight northern states and union…
Pune: Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting, Railways, and Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, inaugurated a cutting-edge auditorium at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, during his first visit to the esteemed institution. The event was marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony and the traditional lighting of the lamp, attended by students…
New Delhi: Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences, and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances, and Pensions, inaugurated the fourth edition of the “Art of India 2025” exhibition at the Visual Arts Gallery, India Habitat Centre. The Minister…
Udaipur: The Ministry of Women and Child Development (MoWCD), Government of India, inaugurated its Chintan Shivir in Udaipur, Rajasthan, today, marking the beginning of a three-day event focused on advancing women’s empowerment and child welfare. Annpurna Devi, Union Minister for Women and Child Development, officially opened the event in the presence of Minister of State…
Berhampur: The women weightlifters of Odisha continued their remarkable medal streak on the third day of the Asmita Khelo India Women’s Weightlifting National Zonal League 2024-25, held at the Ganjam Weightlifting Academy in Mahatma Gandhi Stadium. The host state secured eight more medals, including three gold, two silver, and three bronze, bringing their total tally…
Bhubaneswar: In a move to bolster state development and welfare initiatives, the Central Government on Friday released ₹7,834.80 crore to Odisha as part of its tax devolution share for January 2025. This allocation is part of an advance installment of ₹1,73,030 crore distributed to state governments ahead of schedule to accelerate capital expenditure and improve…
Rourkela: The Tamil Nadu Dragons continued their dominant form with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over the Shrachi Bengal Tigers in an electrifying Hero Hockey India League encounter at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium on Friday. Goals from Karthi Selvam (16′) and Uttam Singh (37′) secured the Dragons’ win, extending their winning streak and propelling them…
Bhubaneswar: To enhance public transport infrastructure and improve connectivity across Odisha, the Odisha State Road Transport Corporation (OSRTC) today launched 13 new bus services on nine routes. The initiative was inaugurated by Bibhuti Bhusan Jena, Minister of Commerce & Transport, through a virtual conference held at Kharavela Bhawan. The launch event witnessed the participation of…
Bhubaneswar: The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, graced and addressed the valedictory session of the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Convention, held in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The event culminated with the presentation of the prestigious Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Awards, honoring the outstanding contributions of the Indian diaspora worldwide. Speaking on the occasion, President Murmu emphasized the…
Bhubaneswar: The 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas celebrations at Janata Maidan in Bhubaneswar witnessed a spectacular display of Odisha’s rich art, culture, and heritage, captivating attendees from across the globe. The Odisha Exhibition Hall emerged as a key attraction, offering a comprehensive glimpse into the state’s glorious traditions. Union Minister for Education, Dharmendra Pradhan, and Haryana’s…
