Bhubaneswar: In a twist of events amidst the backdrop of political realignments, young luminaries from the Odia film industry, including actors, actresses, and singers, descended upon Naveen Niwas, the residence of Chief Minister and BJD president Naveen Patnaik in Bhubaneswar on Friday. This gathering comes in the wake of senior Ollywood actors parting ways with…
Bhubaneswar: To safeguard the health and well-being of polling personnel during the upcoming simultaneous general elections 2024 in Odisha, the State Health and Family Welfare Department has extended cashless treatment under the Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana (BSKY). This initiative aims to provide immediate medical assistance to personnel who may be affected by heatstroke while on…
New Delhi: As the electoral machinery gears up for the next phase of polling in the ongoing General Elections 2024, 102 Parliamentary Constituencies spanning 21 states are scheduled for voting on April 19, 2024. To oversee the smooth conduct of elections, a comprehensive deployment of observers has been initiated, with 127 General Observers, 67 Police…
New Delhi: In a move to streamline the voting process for Kashmiri migrants, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has abolished the tedious procedure of filling Form-M for displaced individuals from the valley residing in Jammu and Udhampur. Additionally, for migrants outside these regions, the ECI has authorized self-attestation of the certificate appended with Form-M,…
New Delhi: In an unprecedented move, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has introduced home voting for the elderly and Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, marking a significant stride towards inclusivity and accessibility in the electoral process. This initiative, a first in the history of Lok Sabha elections, aims to…
Bhubaneswar: In a resolute display of commitment to women empowerment, Biju Janata Dal (BJD) allocated 33 percent of party tickets to women candidates for the upcoming General elections. With the announcement of candidates for all 21 Lok Sabha seats in Odisha, BJD has positioned seven dynamic women to spearhead the charge for transformation and women…
New Delhi: On the occasion of “Public Sector Day,” the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd. (IREDA) hosted a special gathering that brought together its predecessors and retired employees. The event, held at the India Habitat Centre in New Delhi, served as a celebration of the organization’s legacy and provided a platform for sharing insights…
New Delhi: The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has unveiled its recommendations on “Encouraging Innovative Technologies, Services, Use Cases, and Business Models through Regulatory Sandbox in the Digital Communication Sector” on April 10, 2024. This landmark release aims to facilitate the testing and development of cutting-edge technologies amidst the evolving landscape of digital communication,…
Mumbai: Mumbai Indians (MI) showcased their dominance in the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 with a commanding seven-wicket triumph over the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at the Wankhede Stadium. Led by Jasprit Bumrah’s exceptional bowling performance, MI restricted RCB to 196 runs on a batting-friendly wicket, paving the way for a convincing victory. Opting…
Bhubaneswar: In a commendable act of vigilance and community action, two poachers were apprehended by local residents yesterday as they attempted to enter the Similipal Tiger Reserve in Mayurbhanj district. The culprits were promptly handed over to the Forest department for further action. According to official sources, the two accused were intercepted by vigilant locals…
