New Delhi: The Bihar Aadhaar Authentication Framework (BAAF), a transformative citizen-centric solution, has been awarded the prestigious SKOCH 2024 e-Governance Award in the Silver Category. The framework, implemented by Bihar’s Department of Information Technology, has revolutionized data security and service delivery by encrypting and authenticating Aadhaar credentials for the state’s residents. The award was received…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday accused the previous BJD government of undermining the future of students and youth by selling government jobs for exorbitant sums, while introducing the Odisha Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Bill 2024 in the Assembly. Criticizing the earlier regime, Majhi alleged widespread irregularities in the government…
Bhubaneswar: In a move aimed at improving connectivity between Delhi and Haryana, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the Rithala – Narela – Nathupur (Kundli) corridor of Delhi Metro’s Phase IV project. This new 26.463 km corridor will play a pivotal role in connecting northwestern parts of Delhi with Haryana,…
Bhubaneswar: A delegation from Grant Thornton Bharat, a leading global consulting firm, met Deputy Chief Minister of Odisha, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, on December 6, 2024, to discuss innovative strategies for enhancing the state’s agriculture and energy sectors. The meeting, held in the presence of Principal Secretary Energy, Vishal Kumar Dev, and Principal Secretary Agriculture…
New Delhi: Union Minister for Labour & Employment, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, today participated in a webinar on “Employment Opportunities for Youth in International Organisations,” organized by the Ministry of Labour and Employment in collaboration with the United Nations India, the International Labour Organization (ILO), and the University Grants Commission. The event, which attracted over 1,100…
New Delhi: The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) Ltd, operating under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, has been awarded the prestigious 3rd PSU Transformation Award in the “Innovative Product Development” category. The accolade was conferred for SECI’s pioneering initiative of Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy (FDRE) Supply to DISCOMs on a Demand…
New Delhi: Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized the importance of sustainable practices, innovation, and a return to organic and traditional diets during his keynote address at the Economic Times Nutriwell Conclave 2024. Highlighting the Government of India’s commitment to addressing nutritional challenges, Dr. Singh outlined a comprehensive strategy that includes cutting-edge research, public-private partnerships,…
New Delhi: In a significant move to enhance accountability and ensure quality in the construction and maintenance of National Highways, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has launched a comprehensive performance assessment and rating system for concessionaires involved in highway development and upkeep. Under this new system, concessionaires will be evaluated every six months,…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha FC and Mumbai City FC played out a thrilling 0-0 draw in their Indian Super League (ISL) clash at Kalinga Stadium on Thursday night, with both teams displaying strong defensive performances. The draw took Odisha FC’s points tally to 16 from 11 matches, keeping them in fourth place on the ISL standings, behind…
New Delhi: The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, organized a comprehensive workshop today at the India Habitat Centre in New Delhi to improve understanding of the Inland Vessels (IV) Act, 2021, and its associated rules. The event aimed to clarify key provisions of the Act and…
