New Delhi: Indian Railways has made history by entering the prestigious Limca Book of Records for hosting the largest public service event attended by the most people across multiple venues. This remarkable achievement was accomplished during an event organized by the Ministry of Railways on February 26, 2024. The event, which drew an astounding 40,19,516 participants,…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi allocated portfolios to his Council of Ministers on Saturday. The announcement follows the approval of Governor Raghubar Das, as per an official order issued from the Raj Bhavan. Chief Minister Majhi has retained several key departments under his purview, including Home, General Administration & Public Grievance, Information &…
New Delhi: The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) celebrated Global Wind Day 2024 with a special event aimed at highlighting the achievements and future potential of India’s wind energy sector. With the theme “Pawan–Urja: Powering the Future of India,” the event featured insightful panel discussions on critical topics such as the role of wind…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi held a comprehensive review of the state’s law and order situation on Saturday, meeting with Director General of Police (DGP) Arun Sarangi and other senior police officials. The Chief Minister underscored the importance of delivering quality service to the public and ensuring that police personnel are responsive and courteous. “All…
Bhubaneswar: Two Odia writers have been selected to receive the prestigious Kendra Sahitya Akademi awards for the year 2024. Sanjay Kumar Panda and Manas Ranjan Samal will be honoured for their significant contributions to Odia literature. Sanjay Kumar Panda will be awarded the Sahitya Akademi Yuva Puraskar for his book “Hu Baia,” a compelling collection…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to release the 17th installment of approximately Rs 20,000 crore under the PM-KISAN scheme in Varanasi on June 18, 2024. This installment will benefit over 9.26 crore farmers across the country. The announcement was made today by Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare and Rural Development,…
New Delhi: India has produced over 40 quantum technology start-ups in the past two years, some of which possess global potential, announced Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Earth Sciences, MoS PMO, Department of Atomic Energy and Department of Space, and MoS…
New Delhi: Union Minister for Chemicals & Fertilizers, Jagat Prakash Nadda, along with Minister of State for Chemicals & Fertilizers, Anupriya Patel, presided over a comprehensive review meeting of the Department of Pharmaceuticals today. The meeting included a detailed overview of the Pharma and MediTech sector, with the Department presenting an extensive report on its regulatory…
Dundigal: The Combined Graduation Parade (CGP) was held today at the Air Force Academy (AFA), Dundigal, marking the successful culmination of training for 235 flight cadets from the flying and ground duty branches of the Indian Air Force (IAF). Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari, Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), served as the Reviewing Officer,…
New Delhi: Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has granted sanction to prosecute renowned author and activist Arundhati Roy and former Professor of International Law at the Central University of Kashmir, Dr Sheikh Showkat Hussain, under the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The case dates back to 2010 and revolves around allegations related to provocative…
