Indore: As part of the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Convention, a thought-provoking panel discussion titled “Green Connections: The Indian Diaspora’s Contributions to Sustainable Development” brought together global leaders to explore the pivotal role of the Indian diaspora in advancing sustainability initiatives. Moderated by Pradip Kumar Das, Chairman and Managing Director of the Indian Renewable Energy…
New Delhi: The National ASMITA Khelo India Women’s Yogasana League 2024-25 came to a triumphant close at the Anand Dham Ashram, Bakkarwala, Nangloi Najafgarh Road. The three-day event, held from January 5 to 7, witnessed spirited competition among 270 athletes from 22 states and union territories, showcasing the growing prominence of Yogasana as a competitive…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to enhance accessibility to women-focused financial assistance, the Odisha government has launched a new ‘Opt-In’ feature on the Subhadra Yojana portal. The announcement was made by Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida on Tuesday, marking another step towards inclusive welfare initiatives in the state. The ‘Opt-In’ feature allows beneficiaries who may…
Rourkela: The Vedanta Kalinga Lancers clinched their second consecutive victory of the Hero Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 season, defeating Team Gonasika 2-1 in a closely contested match at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium on Thursday. Goals from Antoine Kina (28) and captain Aran Zalewski (33) secured the win for the Lancers, while SV Sunil…
Leh: The Royal Enfield Ice Hockey League Season 2 delivered a thrilling Day 6 as defending champions Kang Sings and Maryul Spamo secured their places in the semi-finals with commanding performances. Kang Sings’ stunning 9-0 victory over United Nubra marked the biggest win of the season, while Maryul Spamo topped the women’s group with a…
New Delhi: Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Piyush Goyal, today announced that India’s total export value of organic farming could reach Rs 20,000 crore within the next three years. The announcement was made during the launch of the 8th edition of the National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP) at the Bharat Ratna C. Subramaniam…
Ranchi: Union Minister for Coal and Mines, G. Kishan Reddy, inaugurated the state-of-the-art ‘5G Use Case Test Lab’ today at the Central Mine Planning and Design Institute (CMPDI) in Ranchi. This innovative facility is designed to drive the coal sector’s Digital Transformation by testing and developing 5G-based applications tailored to meet the specific needs of…
New Delhi: Dr. Devesh Chaturvedi, Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (MoA&FW), today welcomed a high-level delegation from the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA), USA, at Krishi Bhawan. The meeting focused on fostering deeper collaboration in critical areas of agriculture to enhance sustainability and productivity. The discussions highlighted key…
Bhubaneswar: The Indian Railways has achieved a historic milestone by developing the world’s most powerful hydrogen-powered train engine, announced Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister of Railways, Information and Broadcasting, and Electronics & Information Technology. Addressing a plenary session titled “Green Connections: Diaspora’s Contribution to Sustainable Development” at the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas in Odisha, the minister revealed…
Bhubaneswar: The ongoing Eco-Retreat initiative in Odisha is offering a delightful blend of luxury tourism and sustainable practices, with millet-based foods taking center stage. Running from December 1, 2024, to March 15, 2025, this premier tourism program spans seven breathtaking locations—Konark, Putsil, Sonapur, Daringbadi, Bhitarkanika, Satkosia, and Hirakud—showcasing the state’s natural beauty and cultural richness….
