New Delhi: The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has released its provisional payroll data for February 2024, revealing a significant addition of 15.48 lakh net members during the month. According to the data, approximately 7.78 lakh new members were enrolled in February 2024, with a striking 56.36% belonging to the 18-25 age group. This trend…
Bhubaneswar: To shield traffic constables from the blistering heat wave, the Commissionerate Police is considering procuring Air Conditioned (AC) helmets for their personnel. Following the example set by Gujarat Police, the Commissionerate Police is set to introduce cooling helmets for traffic personnel who often find themselves standing for prolonged periods under the scorching sun. A…
Berhampur: The all-women Meter Testing Laboratory of TP Southern Odisha Distribution Limited (TPSODL) located at Ambagada in Berhampur has achieved accreditation from the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL). Established just last year, the cutting-edge facility represents TPSODL’s inaugural all-women meter testing laboratory, designed to empower local women by offering them advanced…
Bhubaneswar: Biju Janata Dal (BJD) president and Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik unveiled the party’s sixth list of candidates for the upcoming Assembly elections in Odisha on Saturday. The latest list includes notable names such as Ollywood actress Varsha Priyadarshini and former Congress member Ganeswar Behera, who recently joined the BJD. Varsha Priyadarshini, who joined the…
Bhubaneswar: To address the pressing issue of climate displacement, the ‘Youth4Water India’ campaign, in collaboration with Water Initiatives, WaterAid India, and sixty-eight other organizations, has unveiled a comprehensive 23-Point Manifesto. The manifesto calls upon political parties participating in the upcoming general elections to prioritize special rehabilitation and support programs for youth vulnerable to climate change…
Lucknow: In a thrilling encounter at the Bharat Ratna Sri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) showcased their dominance by securing a resounding eight-wicket victory over the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. CSK, batting first, posted a total of 176 for…
Bhubaneswar: In a thrilling encounter at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, Odisha FC secured a historic victory over Kerala Blasters FC, clinching a spot in the semi-finals of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 season. The Juggernauts scripted their maiden playoffs win with a hard-fought 2-1 triumph, marking a significant milestone in the club’s ISL…
London: This weekend’s Premier League action takes a back seat as the focus shifts to the FA Cup semifinals, featuring heavyweight clashes between Manchester City and Chelsea, as well as Manchester United against Coventry City. Manchester City faces a quick turnaround following their grueling Champions League encounter with Real Madrid, which ended in disappointment after…
Barcelona: Norwegian tennis sensation Casper Ruud continued his scintillating form at the Barcelona Open, storming into the quarterfinals with a dominant straight-sets victory over Jordan Thompson. Ruud, seeded third in the tournament, showcased his prowess on the clay courts with a commanding 6-1, 6-4 triumph over Thompson, marking his 26th tour-level win of the 2024…
Lausanne: The International Olympic Committee (IOC) unveiled the Olympic AI Agenda, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at exploring the potential impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on sports. The launch event took place at the Lee Valley VeloPark, situated within the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in London, the iconic venue of the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games….
