New Delhi: Union Minister of Railways, Information and Broadcasting, Electronics and IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, reiterated Indian Railways’ commitment to providing affordable rail travel to the poor, lower-middle, and middle classes during a ceremony at Rail Bhavan today. Addressing the gathering on the occasion of signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), Vaishnaw announced ambitious plans to…
Bhubaneswar: The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, in collaboration with the National Handicapped Finance and Development Corporation (NHFDC), is hosting the “Divya Kala Mela” at the Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) from July 5 to July 11, 2024. This event celebrates the talent and…
New Delhi: Indian Railways’ Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya (GSV) Vadodara and Airbus have entered into a landmark collaboration to significantly strengthen the Indian aviation sector. Building upon the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in September 2023, a definitive agreement was signed today at Rail Bhawan, New Delhi. The agreement was inked between Rémi Maillard, President and…
New Delhi: Every third Indian has a fatty liver, a condition that often predates Type 2 Diabetes and other metabolic disorders, according to Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, a nationally renowned diabetologist. Dr. Singh made this statement at the launch of the Indo-French Liver and Metabolic Disease Network (InFLiMeN), a virtual node aimed at preventing…
New Delhi: In a significant move towards empowering rural women and promoting sustainable transport, the Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Convergence Energy Services Limited (CESL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL). The partnership aims to facilitate the “Sustainable Transport for Rural Entrepreneurs through…
New Delhi: The Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) at NITI Aayog celebrated a significant milestone on July 5, 2024, with the graduation of its second batch of Community Innovator Fellows (CIFs). The event also saw the launch of “Stories of Change Edition 2,” a collection highlighting individuals dedicated to making impactful changes in their communities and…
Bhubaneswar: The much awaited Rath Yatra festival is set to begin on Sunday, and to facilitate the convenience of devotees, Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT) will offer special bus services during the festivities. A total of 33 buses will operate on 7 inter-city routes and 1 intra-city route from July 7th to 9th and again…
Puri: In an effort to enhance the experience for pilgrims and tourists visiting Puri for the Rath Yatra, the Puri district administration has launched a new mobile application, ‘Rath Yatra 2024.’ The app aims to provide comprehensive information and services, making it easier for visitors to navigate and access essential amenities during the festival. The…
Bhubaneswar: In anticipation of the forthcoming Rath Yatra, the Ministry of Railways has announced a comprehensive plan to ensure convenience and safety for devotees traveling to Puri by rail. The initiative includes special train services, enhanced safety and security measures, and improved sanitation and cleanliness at station premises to accommodate the large congregation of pilgrims….
Bhubaneswar: The Chief Minister’s grievance cell will remain closed on July 8 (Monday) due to a public holiday for the Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath. The General Administration and Public Grievance Department issued a notification confirming the closure. The Odisha government has declared July 8 as a public holiday in observance of the significant festival….
