Fulia: Union Minister of Textiles, Giriraj Singh, inaugurated the new permanent campus of the Indian Institute of Handloom Technology (IIHT) in Fulia, West Bengal. Spanning 5.38 acres and built at a cost of ₹75.95 crores, the state-of-the-art facility is set to become a model learning hub and a center of excellence in handloom and textile…
Leh: The Royal Enfield Ice Hockey League (REIHL) Season 2 got off to a thrilling start as Changla Blasters and Sham Wolves showcased their dominance on Day 1 with commanding performances. In the opening match, Changla Blasters secured a resounding 6-2 victory over United Nubra. Powered by Opadma M’s brace, the Blasters set the tone…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated the state-level celebrations of National Road Safety Month on Mahatma Gandhi Marg with the slogan “Come Home Safe.” During the event, he announced the creation of 2,000 new traffic police posts to enhance road safety enforcement in Odisha, with 500 positions to be filled this year to address…
Bhubaneswar: Deputy Chief Minister Parvati Parida inaugurated two luxury 40-seater cruise boats, Lake Queen and Diamond Princess, on Saturday under the ‘Coastal Circuit Barkul Vikas of Swadesh Darshan Yojana.’ The newly launched cruise boats have been outfitted with modern amenities, including air-conditioned cabins and onboard food services, offering tourists a luxurious and comfortable experience. In…
Bhubaneswar: Emphasizing the importance of organic farming for a sustainable food supply, Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Empowerment, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, addressed a seminar on “Aromatic Rice: Organic Farming Methods and Marketing” during the second day of Krushi Odisha-2025. Singh Deo highlighted Odisha’s pivotal role in aromatic rice production in…
Rourkela: Team Gonasika secured their first victory in the Hero Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25, defeating Hyderabad Toofans 3-1 at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium on Saturday. Goals from SV Sunil (2’), Victor Charlet (33’), and Nilam Sanjeep Xess (60’) sealed the win, while Tim Brand (12’) scored the lone goal for Hyderabad Toofans. The…
Bhubaneswar: In preparation for the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) 2025, the Odisha government has established a Central Command Control Centre to ensure seamless coordination and swift response during the high-profile event. The centre aims to provide timely information and assistance to the approximately 7,000 Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) expected…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step toward enhancing water access in Odisha, Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Agriculture, Farmers Empowerment, and Energy, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, reviewed the progress of mega pipe water supply projects in Balangir and Sonepur districts on Saturday. The state is currently executing 20 mega pipe water supply projects in rural…
Khandwa: Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, visited the Omkareshwar Floating Solar Park in Khandwa district, Madhya Pradesh. Boasting a capacity of 600 MW, the solar park is India’s largest and one of the largest in Asia, representing a significant milestone in the country’s renewable energy journey. Sharing his experience on X (formerly…
Bhubaneswar: The Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Tarini departed from Lyttelton Port, New Zealand, this morning at 0930 hours local time (0200 IST) to commence the third and longest leg of its historic expedition. The vessel is bound for Port Stanley in the Falkland Islands, covering an arduous journey of approximately 5,600 nautical miles (about…
