Bhubaneswar: Odisha has emerged as a beacon of excellence in the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Examinations 2023, with several candidates from the state achieving remarkable success in the prestigious nationwide test. Among the top performers is Animesh Pradhan from Angul district, who secured the second rank in the country, marking a momentous…
Bhubaneswar: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has made significant strides in its preparations for the upcoming Odisha Assembly elections by unveiling another list of 21 candidates. The latest list includes several prominent names, with the party aiming to strengthen its electoral prospects across the state. One of the standout inclusions in the BJP’s roster of…
Bhubaneswar: As temperatures soar across Odisha, the state grapples with a severe heatwave, with several regions recording temperatures of 40°C or higher. The India Meteorological Department’s (IMD) regional centre in Bhubaneswar reported that at least six places in the state registered temperatures of 40°C or more by 2:30 PM on Tuesday. Bhubaneswar emerged as the…
Karwar: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) rescued the Indian Fishing Boat (IFB) Rosary, which had encountered engine failure approximately 215 nautical miles from Karwar, Karnataka. The timely intervention by the ICG averted a potential maritime disaster and ensured the safety of the distressed fishing vessel and its crew. The IFB Rosary had issued a distress…
New Delhi: Umang Narula, Secretary of the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, inaugurated the Swachhata Pakhwada 2024 today, marking the commencement of a two-week cleanliness drive aimed at fostering a culture of cleanliness and hygiene. The event kicked off with the administration of the Swachhata Pledge to all officers and officials of the ministry, reaffirming their…
Barcelona: Tennis fans around the world have reason to rejoice as Rafael Nadal, the Spanish tennis maestro and former world number one, announced his participation in the 2024 Barcelona Open. Nadal, addressing the media in his pre-tournament press conference, confirmed his return to the ATP 500 event after a hiatus from tour-level competition. Nadal’s eagerly…
Dharamshala: The Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) is poised to revolutionize cricket practice facilities at the Dharamshala Cricket Stadium by introducing state-of-the-art SISGrass Hybrid Pitch Technology. This groundbreaking initiative aims to enhance the quality and durability of practice pitches, providing players with top-notch training surfaces that can withstand rigorous schedules without deteriorating. Spearheaded by SISGrass,…
Kolkata: In a thrilling showdown at the Salt Lake Stadium tonight, Mohun Bagan Super Giant emerged victorious over Mumbai City FC, securing a 2-1 win to claim the title of Indian Super League (ISL) Champions. The Mariners reclaimed the championship from the Islanders in a fiercely contested battle, with Liston Colaco and Jason Cummings finding…
Mumbai: The Indian Super League (ISL) has revealed the venues for the knockout matches and semi-finals of the 2023-24 season, set to kick off on April 19th. In a season filled with exhilarating football action, Mohun Bagan Super Giant emerged as the ISL Champions, securing their maiden title, while Mumbai City FC claimed the runner-up…
Bengaluru: In a stunning display of power-hitting, the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) rewrote history by notching up the highest team total ever recorded in the history of the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. Facing off against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, SRH blazed their way to a staggering 287 for…
