New Delhi: The Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, operating under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying, is currently deliberating a potential ban on certain dog breeds considered to be “ferocious” due to concerns about public safety. Among the breeds under review are Rottweilers, Pitbulls, and American Bulldogs.
New Delhi: To curb dissemination of obscene and vulgar content, the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (I&B) has coordinated efforts with various intermediaries to block 18 Over-the-Top (OTT) platforms.
INS Chilka: The highly anticipated Passing Out Parade (POP) of the third batch of Agniveers is set to take place at INS Chilka on March 15. This event marks the successful culmination of training for approximately 2600 Agniveers, including women, who have undergone rigorous training at the prestigious naval establishment.
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated 29 new police stations, outposts, and Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) buildings across Odisha. The virtual inauguration marked a milestone in the state’s commitment to creating a secure and citizen-centric environment. Addressing the occasion, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik emphasized that the upgraded infrastructure and technological support provided to the Odisha…
Bhubaneswar: As the festive season approaches, the East Coast Railway (ECoR) has announced plans to operate Special Trains during the Holi Festival to cater to the increased demand for train services. In a bid to clear the additional rush of passengers, ECoR has scheduled five pairs of Holi Special Trains running towards Pune, Patna, and…
Jaipur: Today marked a significant milestone in Odisha’s sports infrastructure development as Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated a sports complex in Jaipur, Koraput district. The event also witnessed the launch of 26 multipurpose indoor stadiums across 12 districts, promoting a robust sports culture in the state. The sprawling sports complex in Jaipur, spread over 11…
Thiruvananthapuram: Union Minister of State for Electronics and IT, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, and Jal Shakti, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, made significant announcements during the inauguration ceremony of the Net Zero Emission Project at NIMS Medicity in Thiruvananthapuram. Among the key highlights was the announcement of the establishment of 10 Atal Tinkering Labs in the city for…
New Delhi: NITI Aayog took a giant stride towards promoting grassroots entrepreneurship and strengthening local economies with the launch of the ‘Vocal for Local’ initiative under its Aspirational Blocks Programme on March 13, 2024. The event, graced by BVR Subrahmanyam, CEO of NITI Aayog, witnessed the unveiling of the ‘Aakanksha’ logo, symbolizing the initiative’s commitment…
New Delhi: In a move to enhance the welfare of personnel from Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), Central Police Organisations, State Police Forces, and their families, the Ministry of Home Affairs has decided to extend a 50% financial support on Goods and Services Tax (GST) for purchases made from Kendriya Police Kalyan Bhandar. This welfare…
Nairobi: India took a significant step towards enhancing food safety and hygiene by presenting its recently released Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the Modernization of Food Streets at the pre-session meeting of the 54th session of the Codex Committee on Food Hygiene (CCFH) in Nairobi, Kenya. The presentation aligns with the proposed draft guidelines for…
