New Delhi: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved a ₹1,750 crore investment for the construction of the Tato-I Hydroelectric Project (HEP) in the Shi Yomi district of Arunachal Pradesh. The project, with an installed capacity of 186 MW (3×62 MW), is expected to be completed in 50…
New Delhi: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved three key railway projects with a combined outlay of ₹7,927 crore. These projects, aimed at easing congestion and enhancing connectivity on some of the busiest rail corridors, are expected to significantly boost regional development and promote economic self-reliance (Atmanirbhar…
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…
