Ho Chi Minh City: Union Minister of Minority Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju delivered a keynote address at the opening ceremony of the United Nations Day of Vesak (UNDV) celebrations in Ho Chi Minh City today, sharing India’s enduring spiritual and cultural ties with the global Buddhist community. The event was also addressed by…
Visakhapatnam: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Navy have successfully conducted combat firing trials of the indigenously developed Multi-Influence Ground Mine (MIGM). The trial, carried out with reduced explosives, marks a key milestone in the nation’s efforts to strengthen maritime defense using homegrown technology. Developed by Naval Science & Technological Laboratory…
New Delhi: In a swift and determined response, the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, has taken comprehensive action to prevent the proposed auction of the sacred Piprahwa Relics by Sotheby’s Hong Kong, reaffirming India’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding its cultural and religious heritage. The relics, which were excavated from the Piprahwa Stupa—widely believed to…
Ho Chi Minh City: In celebration of the United Nations Day of Vesak (UNDV-2025), a vibrant exhibition on Buddha Dhamma was inaugurated today at the Vietnam Buddhist Academy in Ho Chi Minh City, offering a compelling showcase of Buddhist heritage, art, and spiritual unity. The event began with the ceremonial Bathing of the Buddha, performed…
New Delhi/Bhubaneswar: In a major push to enhance religious tourism and regional air connectivity, the Union Ministry of Civil Aviation has granted in-principle approval for the establishment of a Greenfield airport in Puri, Odisha. The decision, announced by Union Civil Aviation Minister Shri Rammohan Naidu Kinjarapu on Monday, marks a significant step toward fulfilling a…
Keonjhar: In a spirited celebration of Odisha’s folk legacy, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated the Rangabati Festival in Keonjhar district on Monday, underscoring the importance of preserving the state’s cultural roots amidst modern development. Organized by the Odia Language, Literature and Culture Department, the festival took place at Kali Padia, drawing large crowds and…
Keonjhar: In a major push to upgrade Odisha’s policing infrastructure, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated a newly constructed modern police station and a Reserve Police office in Keonjhar town on Friday, aiming to improve law enforcement delivery and public access to efficient police services. The police station, built at a cost of ₹3.34 crore,…
Keonjhar: As part of her ongoing visit to Keonjhar district, Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary (ACS) of the Department of Water Resources (DoWR), Anu Garg, conducted an on-site review of the Anandapur Barrage Project, one of Odisha’s most ambitious irrigation initiatives. The inspection focused on the progress of the project’s two major canal systems and aimed…
Dubai: India has cemented its dominance in white-ball cricket by retaining the No. 1 spot in both the ICC Men’s ODI and T20I rankings, according to the annual update released by the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday. Meanwhile, Australia continued its reign in Test cricket, holding onto the top position despite a narrowing lead….
Keonjhar: With a renewed focus on water security and agricultural expansion, the Odisha government is fast-tracking the completion of the long-delayed Kanupur Irrigation Project in Keonjhar district. During a two-day visit on May 4, Anu Garg, IAS, Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary (ACS) of the Department of Water Resources, conducted an extensive review of the project’s…
