Baripada: In a groundbreaking move to bolster wildlife protection, Odisha’s Similipal Tiger Reserve in Mayurbhanj district will become the first in India to have a dedicated armed police company deployed for combating poaching and wildlife crimes. The unit, part of a Joint Task Force formed by the Forest Department last year, will be led by…
Bhubaneswar: In a landmark decision to bolster infrastructure and public safety, the East Coast Railway (ECoR) has approved the declaration of 170 Road Over Bridge (ROB) construction projects as Special Railway Projects under the Railway (Amendment) Act, 2008. This strategic move is aimed at expediting the implementation of these crucial infrastructure projects by simplifying land…
New Delhi: Union Minister for Labour & Employment and Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, presided over the 195th meeting of the Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) Corporation at Shram Shakti Bhawan, New Delhi, today. Union Minister of State for Labour & Employment and Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises, Ms. Shobha Karandlaje, was also present…
New Delhi: Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh today called young civil servants the “architects of Viksit Bharat @ 2047” during his address at the Dr. Rajendra Prasad National Convention, held at the Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA). Addressing a distinguished gathering of civil servants, academicians, industry leaders, and students, Dr. Singh emphasized their pivotal…
New Delhi: A grand Rozgar Mela (job fair) was held today at the ongoing Divya Kala Mela at India Gate, aimed at empowering Divyangjan (persons with disabilities) and fostering self-reliance. The event saw enthusiastic participation, with 404 Divyangjan from Delhi-NCR and nearby regions registering for opportunities, out of which 243 candidates were shortlisted for interviews….
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is set to complete the survey for the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) in rural areas within the next two months, according to Panchayati Raj & Drinking Water Minister Rabi Narayan Naik. The initiative aims to identify all eligible beneficiaries and ensure no deserving individual is left out. Minister Naik emphasized…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to boost innovation and entrepreneurship in Odisha, the Central Government has sanctioned ₹130 crore for the establishment of a state-of-the-art Research and Entrepreneurship Park at IIT Bhubaneswar. Union Minister of State for Education, Sukanta Majumdar, announced this initiative during a Rajya Sabha session while responding to a query raised by…
Chennai: The National Institute of Siddha (NIS) has achieved a historic milestone by setting a Guinness World Record for providing Varmam therapy to 567 individuals simultaneously. The event, held today at the NIS campus in Tambaram, Chennai, underscores the growing recognition of Siddha medicine and its non-invasive, drug-free therapeutic methods. Union State Minister of Ayush…
New Delhi: Indian Railways continues to enhance its transport capabilities with the introduction of 136 Vande Bharat trains currently operational on the Broad Gauge electrified network. These trains are designed for short and medium-distance journeys, providing a world-class travel experience. As of October 2024, the occupancy rate for Vande Bharat Express trains has surpassed 100%,…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Mining Corporation (OMC) Managing Director Sudhansu Mohan Samal chaired a review meeting today with Functional Directors and Sectional Heads to evaluate the progress of various sections and address critical issues impacting the corporation’s operations. During the meeting, Sectional Heads provided concise updates on key challenges and achievements. The MD emphasized the importance of…
