New Delhi: In a significant step toward making cancer treatment more affordable, the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has directed manufacturers to lower the Maximum Retail Price (MRP) of three key anti-cancer drugs: Trastuzumab, Osimertinib, and Durvalumab. This directive, issued through an official memorandum (O.M.) dated October 28, 2024, is aligned with the government’s commitment…
New Delhi: In a landmark event aligned with Dhanvantari Jayanti and the 9th Ayurveda Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched, inaugurated, and laid the foundation stone for healthcare projects totaling over Rs. 12,850 crore at the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) today. These initiatives underscore the Prime Minister’s commitment to expanding quality healthcare services…
Bhubaneswar: The International Film Festival of India (IFFI) is set to showcase an array of diverse films from across India in its 55th edition, which will be held in Panaji, Goa, from November 20-28, 2024. This year, the prestigious Indian Panorama section has announced a robust selection of 25 feature films and 20 non-feature films, with notable representation from Odisha.
Karanjia: Panchpir Women’s Degree College marked the closing ceremony of its 20-day self-defence training program for the 2023-24 session, which began on September 23. The initiative, designed to empower young women with essential self-defence skills, received positive engagement from students.
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s celebrated cultural heritage, embodied in its unique festivals, faces a gradual shift as external influences begin reshaping local traditions. In response, Odisha Manaska (Odisha on My Mind), an initiative by All Things Odisha, convened its third circle on Saturday (October 26), focusing on “Festivals of Odisha and Unchecked Cultural Imports.”
Bhubaneswar: The Women and Child Development (W&CD) Department, in collaboration with UNICEF, organized a state-level stakeholder consultation on tackling child trafficking at the State Institute of Women and Child Development in Bhubaneswar today. The consultation aimed to address the persistent issue of child trafficking in Odisha and develop collaborative strategies to prevent this crime. Deputy…
Bhubaneswar: Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, highlighted the transformative impact of cotton cultivation on Odisha’s agricultural sector during a workshop held at Krushi Bhavan on Monday. Addressing a gathering of farmers, scientists, and agricultural officials, Singh Deo described cotton as the “white gold” of Odisha, emphasizing…
Bhubaneswar: In a proactive move to tackle distress migration in the state, the newly formed Task Force convened its inaugural meeting to discuss measures aimed at preventing the exploitation of migrant workers and ensuring their welfare. The meeting was chaired by Deputy Chief Minister and Agriculture Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo at Lok Seva Bhawan…
New Delhi: In a significant step towards enhancing transparency and accountability in the food distribution sector, Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, and New & Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, launched the Mobile Application of the Food Corporation of India (FCI) Grievance Redressal System (FCI GRS) for rice millers today. This initiative aims…
New Delhi: As Diwali approaches, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has launched the ‘Swachh Diwali Shubh Diwali’ campaign, urging citizens to extend the tradition of Diwali cleaning beyond their homes to their neighborhoods and communities. Running from October 28 to November 3, 2024, this initiative aligns with Swachh Bharat Mission goals and…
