Odisha Govt to Disburse 4th Phase of Subhadra Yojana in January 2025

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is set to release the 4th phase of the first installment under the Subhadra Yojana in January 2025, providing financial aid to over 20 lakh beneficiaries. Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida, addressing the media on Friday, highlighted that the delay in disbursing the fourth phase is due to ongoing document verification. “We…

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Indian Railways Honors Excellence at 69th Ati Vishisht Rail Seva Puraskar 2024

New Delhi: Indian Railways celebrated the outstanding contributions of its employees and officers at the 69th Ati Vishisht Rail Seva Puraskar 2024, held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The prestigious awards, recognizing exemplary service and dedication, were presented by Union Minister of Railways, Information and Broadcasting, Electronics and IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw. The ceremony was attended by…

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Amrit Dhara Palliative Care Trust Celebrates 5th Foundation Day with Focus on Compassion and Growth

Bhubaneswar: Amrit Dhara Palliative Care Trust marked its 5th Foundation Day with a heartwarming celebration at the Seminar Hall of KIIT University, Bhubaneswar. The event was graced by Padmashree Prof. Dr. Subrat Kumar Acharya as the Chief Guest and Dr. Bijay Kumar Mohapatra, Director of Health Services, Government of Odisha, as the Guest of Honour. Chairperson…

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Patha Utsav in Bhubaneswar Postponed Due to Persistent Rainfall

Bhubaneswar: The much-anticipated Patha Utsav, originally scheduled for December 22, 2024, has been postponed due to relentless rainfall triggered by a depression over the Bay of Bengal. The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) announced the decision on its official X handle on Saturday, assuring citizens that the new date and venue for the event will be communicated…

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Union Minister Bhupender Yadav Inaugurates Advanced Pashmina Certification and DNA Sequencing Facilities in Dehradun

Dehradun: Union Minister for Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, inaugurated the Advanced Facility for Pashmina Certification and the Next Generation DNA Sequencing (NGS) Facility at the Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Dehradun. Minister of State for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Kirti Vardhan Singh, was also present at the event, which marked a significant…

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Chhatergala Tunnel to Revolutionize Connectivity and Employment in Doda-Bhaderwah Region: Jitendra Singh

Doda: The prestigious Chhatergala tunnel, connecting Doda and Bhaderwah with Lakhanpur via Basohli-Bani, is set to be a game changer for the region, providing all-weather connectivity and boosting employment opportunities for local youth. This was highlighted by Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, during a District Development Coordination and…

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India Launches Climate-Smart Agro-Textile Demonstration Center in Gujarat

Navsari, Gujarat: In a groundbreaking initiative to revolutionize agriculture, the Ministry of Textiles, in collaboration with the Synthetic & Art Silk Mills’ Research Association (SASMIRA), inaugurated the Climate Smart Agro-Textile Demonstration Center in Navsari. The event, graced by C.R. Patil, Hon’ble Minister of Jal Shakti, marked a significant stride toward sustainable farming practices in India. Spread…

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India Explores Camel Milk’s Potential in International Year of Camelids

Bikaner: In a milestone event marking the United Nations’ declaration of 2024 as the International Year of Camelids, the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD), in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the ICAR-National Research Center on Camel, organized a workshop focused on strengthening the camel milk value chain in India….

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Odisha Shines in India State of Forest Report 2023, Ranks Among Top States in Green Cover Growth

 Dehradun: Odisha has emerged as one of the top contributors to India’s growing green cover, as highlighted in the India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2023, released today by Minister for Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, at the Forest Research Institute, Dehradun. Published biennially by the Forest Survey of India (FSI) since 1987,…

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India’s Green Cover Expands: ISFR 2023 Highlights Growth and Conservation Efforts

Dehradun: Union Minister for Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, Shri Bhupender Yadav, released the India State of Forest Report 2023 (ISFR 2023) at the Forest Research Institute in Dehradun today. The report, prepared biennially by the Forest Survey of India (FSI) since 1987, provides a comprehensive analysis of the country’s forest and tree resources. This…

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