Bhubaneswar: The 28th Board of Directors meeting of Rourkela Smart City Ltd. was convened today, chaired by Development Commissioner and Additional Chief Secretary Anu Garg. The meeting was attended by Usha Padhee, Principal Secretary of the Housing and Urban Development Department; Manoj Satyawan Mahajan, Collector and District Magistrate of Sundargarh; and Ashutosh Kulkarni, CEO of…
Bhubaneswar: Marking a historic milestone, the Odisha National Cadet Corps (NCC) contingent is set to represent the state at the Republic Day Camp (RDC) 2025 in New Delhi. For the first time in its 75-year history, the contingent will travel by air, making Odisha only the third state in India to achieve this significant feat. This…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha cricket team clinched the coveted title in the IDC Under-19 National Cricket Tournament for the hearing impaired, delivering a stellar performance that highlighted their exceptional skill and determination. The victory has brought immense pride to the state and stands as a testament to the resilience and talent of differently-abled athletes. The Director of…
Bhubaneswar: The first leg of Pani Panchayat Pakhya, 2025, commenced on December 22, 2024, with a series of events held across 136 divisions of Odisha. Scheduled to run from December 22, 2024, to January 5, 2025, the fortnight-long observance aims to strengthen water governance through the active participation of Pani Panchayats and allied stakeholders. Division-level…
New Delhi: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, delivered the ‘37th Intelligence Bureau Centenary Endowment Lecture’ in New Delhi today. The event was attended by the Union Home Secretary, Director of the Intelligence Bureau, former Directors of the Intelligence Bureau, Directors General of Central Police Forces and Central Armed Police Forces, and…
Bhubaneswar: The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has unveiled an upgraded website designed to broaden its reach and improve engagement with a wider audience. Recognizing the growing significance of digital platforms, the new website incorporates advanced features to disseminate regulatory information more effectively. The revamped website offers comprehensive insights into telecom and broadcasting regulations,…
Mumbai: Shyam Benegal, one of India’s most revered filmmakers, passed away on Monday at the age of 90. The acclaimed director died at around 6:30 pm at Wockhardt Hospital in Mumbai after battling a chronic kidney-related disease. His daughter, Pia Benegal, confirmed the news to India Today. Shyam Benegal is celebrated for his pioneering contributions…
Bhubaneswar: The much awaited Patha Utsav is scheduled to begin on December 29, 2024. The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) announced the festival in a post on X, confirming that the Patho Utsav will be held at Master Canteen at 6 am on Sunday, December 29. This follows the postponement of the event due to inclement…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Solar Investor Conclave, organized by GRIDCO Limited and iFOREST (International Forum for Environment Sustainability and Technology), showcased the state’s ambitious renewable energy goals and its commitment to achieving 7.5 GW of solar capacity by 2030. This initiative is a crucial step towards Odisha’s larger vision of adding 10.95 GW of renewable energy…
Bhubaneswar: The 14th Tranche of the Mission Recruitment: Rozgar Mela, a flagship initiative of Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi, was organized by CRPF Bhubaneswar at CSIR-Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology, Bhubaneswar (Odisha) today. The event commenced with the ceremonial lighting of a lamp, followed by the presentation of a potted plant to the Chief…
