Bhubaneswar: The Cuttack-Bhubaneswar Commissionerate Police on Thursday received 30 state-of-the-art Emergency Response Support System (ERSS) vehicles, marking a significant step toward enhancing public safety and emergency response in the Twin City. Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi handed over the vehicles at a formal ceremony, emphasizing the importance of a robust emergency response framework. The new…
Singapore: D Gukesh, the 18-year-old chess prodigy from Chennai, has etched his name in history by becoming the youngest-ever World Chess Champion, defeating China’s Ding Liren in a nail-biting 14-game match held in Singapore. Gukesh secured the championship with a 7.5 to 6.5 score, capitalizing on a critical blunder by Ding in the decisive final…
Puri: In a move aimed at improving accessibility for senior citizens and differently-abled devotees, the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) has announced plans to construct a six-lane ramp facility at Puri’s iconic Srimandir. The proposed facility was discussed in a meeting between temple officials and the Odisha Bridge & Construction Corporation (OBCC) authorities. SJTA Chief…
Bhubaneswar: The State Project Management Unit of the Enhancing Climate Resilience of India’s Coastal Communities (ECRICC) project organized a Crab Farmers’ and Exporters’ Meet today at the State Institute of Rural Development (SIRD) Campus, Bhubaneswar. The event, aimed at promoting sustainable aquaculture and strengthening market linkages, brought together crab farmers, exporters, government officials, and technical…
New Delhi: A landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed today between CSC e-Governance Services India Limited (CSC SPV) and Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) to bolster agricultural development and support 10,000 Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) under the Government of India’s Central Sector Scheme. The agreement, signed by Sanjay Rakesh, Managing Director and CEO…
Delhi: President of India, Droupadi Murmu, conferred the Honorary Rank of General of the Indian Army upon Suprabal Janasewashree General Ashok Raj Sigdel, Chief of the Army Staff of the Nepali Army, at a special Investiture Ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan today. The prestigious honor was bestowed in recognition of General Sigdel’s commendable military prowess…
New Delhi: Nepal’s Chief of Army Staff, General Ashok Raj Sigdel, met with India’s Defence Minister, Rajnath Singh, in New Delhi today to discuss key aspects of the robust bilateral defence ties between the two neighboring nations. During the meeting, Rajnath Singh highlighted the diverse dimensions of defence cooperation between India and Nepal. These include…
New Delhi: In a significant achievement for India’s anti-doping efforts, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has approved the National Dope Testing Laboratory (NDTL) in New Delhi as an Athlete Passport Management Unit (APMU). The recognition, granted on December 6, 2024, allows NDTL to manage the Athlete Biological Passport (ABP) program. The Athlete Biological Passport is…
New Delhi: The Indian Light Tank (ILT), a 25-ton class armored fighting vehicle designed for high-altitude operations, achieved a significant milestone by completing successful high-altitude firing trials at an altitude exceeding 4,200 meters. The trials, conducted at a remote high-altitude location, showcased the ILT’s precision and adaptability across various ranges. This milestone follows the Phase…
New Delhi: The 9th India-Thailand Defence Dialogue, a key step in deepening defence collaboration between the two nations, was held in New Delhi today. The meeting was co-chaired by Amitabh Prasad, Joint Secretary (International Cooperation) from India, and Gen Tharapong Malakam, Thailand’s Deputy Permanent Secretary for Defence. The dialogue focused on bolstering defence ties, with…
