New Delhi: Union Minister of State for Rural Development and Communication, Dr. Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani, inaugurated the Saras Aajeevika Mela 2024 on Monday at the Bharat Mandapam, as part of the 43rd India International Trade Fair (IITF). Showcasing the theme of ‘tradition, art, craft, and culture,’ this year’s mela has brought together over 300 rural…
Mexico City: Victoria Kjær Theilvig, a 21-year-old from Denmark, made history by becoming the first Dane to win the Miss Universe title. Theilvig, a competitive dancer, entrepreneur, and aspiring lawyer, triumphed over more than 120 contestants at the 73rd annual beauty pageant held in Mexico City. Amid cheers and applause, Theilvig accepted the tiara from…
Abuja, Nigeria: In a historic moment at the State House, the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, conferred the prestigious national award, Grand Commander of the Order of Niger (GCON), on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The award recognizes Prime Minister Modi’s exceptional statesmanship and his pivotal role in deepening India-Nigeria relations….
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is set to introduce a comprehensive policy to streamline road construction and maintenance across the state. This was announced during a review meeting chaired by Works Minister Prithviraj Harichandan in Bhubaneswar on Sunday. The new policy will establish rules and regulations for road construction for the next 50 years, addressing coordination…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha State Film Awards for 2020, 2021, and 2022 were presented in a grand ceremony held in Bhubaneswar on Sunday, celebrating the artistic and cinematic contributions of the state’s filmmakers and artists. The prestigious Mohansundar Dev Goswami Award was conferred upon renowned personalities Anant Mahapatra, Srinivasa Mahapatra, and Jayiram Samal, recognizing their significant…
Gurugram: The International Conference on Communication and Dissemination of Traditional Knowledge (CDTK-2024), jointly organized by CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NIScPR) and Gurugram University, concluded on a high note. Held over two days at Gurugram University, the event highlighted the fusion of traditional wisdom with modern science to address contemporary challenges. The…
Namsai: Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, began his three-day visit to Namsai district today, aiming to assess progress and advance the goals of the Aspirational Districts Programme (ADP). The visit underscores the government’s commitment to fostering inclusive development in peripheral and underserved regions. Dr….
New Delhi: Tomato prices across India are witnessing a significant decline as mandi arrivals surge and weather conditions stabilize. The all-India average retail price of tomatoes dropped to ₹52.35 per kg on November 14, 2024, marking a 22.4% decrease from ₹67.50 per kg a month earlier, according to government data. In Azadpur Mandi, one of…
Singapore: The first day of Odisha’s high-level delegation visit to Singapore, led by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Industry Minister Sampad Chandra Swain, showcased a strong commitment to fostering trade ties and attracting global investments. The day began with a briefing by Dr. Shilpak Ambule, the Indian High Commissioner to Singapore, who highlighted the…
Rajgir: The Indian Women’s Hockey Team continued its unbeaten streak at the Bihar Women’s Asian Champions Trophy Rajgir 2024, defeating Japan 3-0 in their final group-stage match at the Rajgir Hockey Stadium. The second-half brilliance from Navneet Kaur (37’) and Deepika (47’, 48’) sealed the win, ensuring India finished at the top of the table…
