India and Argentina Strengthen Agricultural Cooperation at 2nd Joint Working Group Meeting

New Delhi: India and Argentina reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing bilateral cooperation in agriculture and allied sectors during the 2nd Joint Working Group (JWG) meeting held yesterday. The meeting was co-chaired by Devesh Chaturvedi, Secretary, Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, who participated virtually, and Sergio Iraeta, Secretary of Agriculture, Livestock, and Fisheries of Argentina….

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Odisha Partners with IIT Madras to Train Crash Investigating Officers in Scientific Road Safety Methods

Bhubaneswar: To strengthen road safety in the state, the Commerce and Transport Department, Government of Odisha, in collaboration with IIT Madras, conducted a capacity-building session for crash investigating officers. Held at the BMC Conference Hall in Bhubaneswar, the session brought together nearly 35 officers from across districts for an intensive workshop focused on modern, data-driven crash…

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Inter-Ministerial Committee Reviews Bhubaneswar Metro Project Implementation Roadmap

Bhubaneswar: An inter-ministerial committee meeting to review the progress and roadmap for the Bhubaneswar Metro Rail Project was held today at the Lok Seva Bhawan Conference Hall under the chairmanship of Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo. The meeting followed the formation of a dedicated sub-committee directed by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi to…

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Odisha’s Baristha Nagarika Tirtha Yatra Yojana Offers Lifetime Pilgrimage Opportunity to Senior Citizens

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government’s flagship pilgrimage initiative for senior citizens — the Baristha Nagarika Tirtha Yatra Yojana (BNTYY) — continues to make spiritual journeys possible for the elderly across the state. Launched on February 1, 2016, the scheme has enabled more than 37,555 senior citizens to visit renowned pilgrimage sites across India, offering them a…

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Odisha Crime Branch Takes Over Investigation into FM College Student Soumyashree Bisi’s Self-Immolation Case

Bhubaneswar: In a major development in the tragic self-immolation case involving FM College student Soumyashree Bisi, the Odisha Crime Branch has officially taken over the investigation. The case, which had sparked statewide outrage and demands for a thorough probe, was earlier registered at Sahadevkhunta police station in Balasore district. According to an official order issued…

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Biswajit Mohanty Appointed State Convener of INTACH Odisha; Anil Dhir Named Co-convener

Bhubaneswar: The Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) has appointed renowned environmentalist and wildlife activist Dr. Biswajit Mohanty as the State Convener of its Odisha Chapter. Acclaimed writer and historian Anil Dhir has been named the Co-convener. Founded in 1984 in New Delhi, INTACH is one of India’s premier organizations dedicated to…

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Odisha Celebrates World Youth Skills Day 2025 at World Skill Center, Showcases AI, Digital Innovation and Global Placements

Bhubaneswar: The World Skill Center (WSC) in Bhubaneswar came alive with innovation, energy, and youthful ambition as the Skill Development & Technical Education Department of Odisha celebrated World Youth Skills Day 2025 with great fervour. The event, themed “Youth Empowerment through AI and Digital Skills,” highlighted Odisha’s growing leadership in future-ready skilling and technological integration….

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President Murmu Graces Ravenshaw University Convocation, Lays Foundation for Redevelopment of Girls’ School

Cuttack: The President of India,Droupadi Murmu, attended the convocation ceremony of Ravenshaw University in Cuttack today and lauded the institution for its enduring contributions to education, freedom struggle, and women’s empowerment. Addressing students, faculty, and dignitaries, the President hailed the university as a historic cradle of knowledge and social transformation. Highlighting the university’s illustrious legacy,…

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Kalinga Stadium Witnesses Grand Finale of Senior National Ranking Badminton Tournament

Bhubaneswar: The All India Senior National Ranking Badminton Tournament wrapped up on a high note today at Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, drawing the curtains on an intense week of rallies, smashes, and remarkable athleticism that brought together the country’s finest shuttlers. The week-long tournament, held from July 8 to 15, saw the participation of over…

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President Murmu Presents Kalinga Ratna Award to Dharmendra Pradhan, Pays Tribute to Adikabi Sarala Das

Cuttack: President of India,Droupadi Murmu, graced the birth anniversary celebrations of legendary poet Adikabi Sarala Das in Cuttack today and conferred the prestigious Kalinga Ratna Award 2024 upon Union Minister for Education, Dharmendra Pradhan, in recognition of his contributions to public life, education, and cultural preservation. Speaking at the commemorative event organized by Sarala Sahitya…

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