New Delhi: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF) as a standalone Centrally Sponsored Scheme under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare. With a total outlay of ₹2,481 crore until the 15th Finance Commission period (2025-26), the scheme seeks to transform agricultural practices…
New Delhi: The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the groundbreaking One Nation One Subscription scheme, a central initiative aimed at providing nationwide access to scholarly research articles and journal publications. The scheme, designed to streamline and expand access to academic resources, will cater to government-run higher education institutions and central…
Bhubaneswar: Leaders of all major political parties in Odisha gathered on Monday for an all-party meeting chaired by Assembly Speaker Surama Padhy, ahead of the upcoming winter session of the Odisha Legislative Assembly. The meeting, held in Bhubaneswar, aimed to ensure a smooth and productive session as the House prepares to convene from November 26…
New Delhi: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the continuation and expansion of the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) under NITI Aayog, allocating a budget of Rs. 2,750 crore for its extended tenure until March 31, 2028. This move underscores the government’s dedication to nurturing a robust innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem,…
Bhubaneswar: The 177th State Level Bankers’ Committee (SLBC) meeting was held today in Bhubaneswar, co-chaired by Anu Garg, Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary (DC-cum-ACS) to the Government of Odisha, and V.N. Kamble, Executive Director of UCO Bank. The meeting brought together key banking officials, government representatives, and stakeholders to discuss the state’s financial progress and future…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the ICA Global Cooperative Conference 2024 at Bharat Mandapam, showcasing India’s robust cooperative movement to the global stage. The event, graced by international dignitaries including Bhutan’s Prime Minister Dasho Tshering Tobgay and Fiji’s Deputy Prime Minister Manoa Kamikamica, brought together leaders, experts, and stakeholders to discuss the transformative…
Bhubaneswar: The Nandankanan Zoological Park (NZP), a premier wildlife attraction in Odisha’s capital, has added 11 new species of animals and birds to its collection as part of an animal exchange program with Nehru Zoological Park, Hyderabad. The exchange, conducted with the approval of the Central Zoo Authority (CZA), saw a 17-member team from Hyderabad…
Perth: Against all odds and pre-series doubts, Team India, under the captaincy of Jasprit Bumrah, secured a resounding 295-run victory over Australia in the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the Perth Stadium. This emphatic win not only gave India a 1-0 lead in the five-match series but also marked their largest Test victory…
New Delhi: Union Minister for Education, Dharmendra Pradhan, unveiled The TeacherApp today, an innovative digital platform aimed at transforming education in India by equipping educators with the skills needed to thrive in 21st-century classrooms. The platform, developed by Bharti Airtel Foundation—the philanthropic arm of Bharti Enterprises—was launched at a ceremony attended by prominent dignitaries, including…
Goa: The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) highlighted Australian cinema with the screening of The Rooster, a compelling independent drama by debut director and writer Mark Leonard Winter. The film, showcased under the festival’s special focus on Australian cinema, captivated audiences with its raw exploration of grief, loss, and the search for meaning….
