Bhubaneswar: A male leopard, responsible for the death of two individuals and the injury of another in Nuapada district in 2023, has been transferred for public display at Sambalpur Zoo under the Hirakud Wildlife Division. The leopard, aged about 7-8 years, was captured on November 5, 2023, and brought to the rescue center in Sambalpur…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has selected renowned biotechnologist and conservationist Dr. Siddharth Pati as the recipient of the prestigious Biju Patnaik Wildlife Conservation Award 2024 for his exceptional contribution to the conservation of horseshoe crabs. The announcement was made by the Department of Forest, Environment, and Climate Change. Dr. Pati will share the award with…
New Delhi: The CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR) marked the 83rd Foundation Day of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) with a celebratory event at the National Agricultural Science Complex in Pusa, New Delhi. The event commenced with a welcome address by Prof. Ranjana Aggarwal, Director of CSIR-NIScPR, who…
New Delhi: In a historic first, Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin has taken over as the Director General of Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS), becoming the first woman officer to hold the prestigious position. The DGAFMS is directly responsible for formulating medical policy matters related to the Armed Forces, and reports to the Ministry of Defence….
Kanpur: Team India sealed a comprehensive seven-wicket win against Bangladesh in the second Test at Kanpur, completing a 2-0 series sweep. Strong performances from the Indian bowlers, led by Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, and Jasprit Bumrah, played a key role in restricting Bangladesh to 146 in their second innings, setting up a modest target of 95 for the hosts.
New Delhi: In a ceremony organized by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) and the National Rehabilitation Examination Board, students excelling in special education and disability rehabilitation were honored today at the convocation held at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre. The event celebrated the achievements of 16 students, including 3 students with disabilities, in the presence…
Bhubaneswar: The 4th Indian Open Under-23 Athletics Championship concluded today in Patna, Bihar, with athletes from Odisha making a significant mark. The 18-member Odisha team bagged a total of 7 medals, including 5 gold and 2 silver, securing third place in the overall medal tally. Ace sprinter Animesh Kujur stole the spotlight, clinching two gold…
Bhubaneswar: The 46th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Odisha State Seeds Corporation (OSSC) took place today, with Principal Secretary of the Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment (AG&FE) Department, Dr. Arabinda Kumar Padhee, emphasizing the critical role of bio-fortified seeds in enhancing farmers’ income and diversifying agricultural practices in the state. During his address, Dr. Padhee noted…
Bhubaneswar: Gokulananda Mallick, Minister of Fisheries & Animal Resources Development and MSME, inaugurated the newly constructed Conference Hall at the Veterinary Officers’ Training Institute in Laxmisagar, Bhubaneswar, today. The modern facility is designed to enhance training and capacity building in the animal resources development sector. Equipped with state-of-the-art amenities, including LED screens, a digital podium, and…
Bhubaneswar: The Women and Child Development Department of Odisha launched the State-Level Nutrition Month-2024 with a special ceremony held at the State Women and Child Institute in Bhubaneswar on Monday. The event marks the start of a month-long initiative focused on raising awareness and tackling malnutrition across the state. Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida, who…
