Hyderabad: The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, graced the 21st convocation ceremony of NALSAR University of Law today, delivering a powerful address to graduating students on the ideals of justice, equality, and integrity in the legal profession. Held at the university campus in Hyderabad, Telangana, the event marked a significant moment for the institution and…
New Delhi: Bhupathiraju Srinivasa Varma, Minister of State for Steel and Heavy Industries, inaugurated MMMM 2024, a comprehensive event focused on innovations in the metal production sector. The event, held at Yashobhoomi from September 27-29, 2024, includes an international conference on “Process & Product Innovations in Metal Production” and an open seminar on Green Steel…
Bhubaneswar: To address the increasing incidents of cyber crime in Odisha, the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) will establish a new campus in the state to provide specialized training for students and police officers in cyber security. The decision was made following a meeting between representatives from the NFSU and Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi unveiled the official logo for ‘Utkarsh Odisha’ – Make in Odisha Conclave 2025, in a ceremony held in Bhubaneswar today. The Conclave, scheduled for January 2025, aims to transform Odisha into a hub for investment and development, aligning with the government’s vision of making Odisha a developed state by…
Bhubaneswar: Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo has called for major reforms in Odisha’s paddy procurement system, aiming to make the process more efficient and transparent. Speaking at the District Collectors’ conference at Lok Seva Bhavan on Friday, Singh Deo outlined a series of initiatives to ease the burden on farmers and ensure fair practices…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant boost to India’s scientific research capabilities, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the PARAM Rudra supercomputer at the S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences (SNBNCBS) in Kolkata today. The state-of-the-art high-performance computing system, developed under the National Supercomputing Mission (NSM), will cater to the needs of 10-12 institutions and thousands of…
London: British actress Dame Maggie Smith, renowned for her remarkable contributions to theatre, film, and television, has passed away at the age of 89, the BBC reported on Friday. A celebrated Shakespearian actress and a two-time Oscar winner, Smith’s illustrious career spanned more than six decades. Maggie Smith was one of the few actors to…
Chennai: In a move that strengthens India’s push for localized manufacturing and technological advancements, Minister of Communications Jyotiraditya M. Scindia inaugurated Cisco India’s new manufacturing facility at Sriperumbudur today. The facility, developed in collaboration with Flex India, is set to produce cutting-edge telecom and networking equipment, vital for 5G and future technologies. Cisco Chair &…
Bhubaneswar: To ensure the highest standards of food safety and quality, the Odisha government and the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) have decided to conduct regular quality checks on Mahaprasad and ghee at the iconic Puri Jagannath Temple. Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan, addressing the media on Friday, emphasized that the decision comes in the wake…
New Delhi: In a major policy shift, the Union government has announced a revision in the wheat-to-rice ratio for ration card holders across Odisha and eight other states, effective from October 2024. This move aims to better align with the changing dietary preferences and nutritional needs of the population. The new food grain allocation will see…
