January 16, 2026

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Subhadra Shakti Mela 2025 Brings India’s Women Entrepreneurs Under One Roof

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Bhubaneswar: The “Subhadra Shakti Mela 2025,” Odisha’s annual celebration of women’s entrepreneurship, has returned with renewed vibrancy, showcasing talent and craftsmanship from across the country. What began as a state-level exhibition has now evolved into a national event, uniting women entrepreneurs from nine other states and highlighting India’s diverse cultural heritage. Participants from Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand,…

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Scindia Inaugurates North Eastern Science & Technology Cluster at IIT Guwahati, Lays Foundation for ₹635 Crore Projects in Assam

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Guwahati: Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya Scindia, inaugurated the North Eastern Science & Technology (NEST) Cluster at IIT Guwahati today and laid the foundation stone for development projects worth ₹635 crore across Assam, marking a major step towards building a Viksit Purvottar through innovation, connectivity, and inclusive growth. The…

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Odisha’s Heritage Enthusiasts Trace Ancient Roots in 10th Jagatsinghpur Walk

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Jagatsinghpur: The tenth edition of the Jagatsinghpur Heritage Walk (JHW) concluded on Sunday, marking yet another milestone in the district’s growing movement to rediscover and preserve its rich historical and cultural legacy. Around 35 heritage enthusiasts gathered near the Anakhia Post Office under Biridi block, embarking on a day-long journey that began with a visit…

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Jyotiraditya Scindia Confers Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika National Awards, Calls for Women and Youth-Led Nation Building

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Guwahati: Union Minister for Communications and Development of the North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya Scindia, today conferred the Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika National Awards at a ceremony organised by Sarhad Pune in Guwahati. The event celebrated the Northeast’s artistic heritage and India’s cultural diversity, followed by Scindia’s address at the Nanhi Chhaan 12th National Essay…

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India Post Payments Bank and EPFO Join Hands to Offer Doorstep Digital Life Certificate Services for Pensioners

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New Delhi: In a move to enhance convenience and accessibility for pensioners, India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) — a 100% Government of India-owned entity under the Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications — has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) under the Ministry of Labour & Employment to…

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Centre Releases ₹342.59 Crore Second Installment of XV Finance Commission Grants for Rural Local Bodies in Odisha

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Bhubaneswar: The Union Government has released the Fifteenth Finance Commission (XV FC) Grants for Rural Local Bodies (RLBs) in Odisha for the Financial Year 2025–26, marking another boost to strengthen local governance and rural infrastructure across the state. The release includes the second installment of Untied Grants amounting to ₹342.5964 crore, benefiting 20 eligible District…

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Historic Triumph: India Lifts First-Ever Women’s World Cup Title, Ends Decades-Long Wait

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Bhubaneswar: In a moment that will be etched forever in the annals of Indian cricket, Harmanpreet Kaur’s Indian women’s cricket team scripted history by clinching the Women’s World Cup title — the first-ever for the country. Playing their third final after heartbreaks in 2005 and 2017, India finally crossed the finish line, defeating South Africa…

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India Strengthens Space Power: ISRO Successfully Launches Heaviest Communication Satellite CMS-03

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New Delhi, Oct 23: India’s space ambitions reached a new height on Sunday as the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched its heaviest communication satellite, CMS-03, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. The satellite was carried by the country’s most powerful launch vehicle, the LVM3-M5 rocket, marking another major milestone in India’s…

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Subhadra Shakti Mela 2025 Opens in Bhubaneswar, Celebrating Women’s Enterprise and Empowerment

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Bhubaneswar: The vibrant spirit of Odisha’s women entrepreneurs came alive today as Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated the second edition of the State-level ‘Subhadra Shakti Mela’ at the IDCO Exhibition Ground in Bhubaneswar. The event, organised by the state government, celebrates women’s creativity, resilience, and enterprise while reaffirming the government’s commitment to building an…

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