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…
Agartala: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, addressed the 72nd Plenary Session of the North Eastern Council (NEC) today in Agartala, Tripura. The event was attended by Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Governor of Tripura Indrasena Reddy Nallu, Chief Minister of Tripura Professor (Dr.) Manik Saha, and Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan,…
New Delhi: Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Jagat Prakash Nadda, convened a high-level meeting with Chief Ministers, Lieutenant Governors, and State Health Ministers via video conference today to discuss the ongoing 100-day Intensified TB Elimination Campaign. The Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Prataprao Jadhav, also participated virtually in the…
Mumbai — The Association of NPS Intermediaries (ANI) was officially launched today at a conference titled “Securing Tomorrow, With Pension” held at the Insurance Institute of India, Mumbai. The event saw the unveiling of the association’s logo by Dr. Deepak Mohanty, Chairperson of the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA). This landmark initiative brings…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Parvati Parida visited the remote Bonda Ghati region in Malkangiri, assuring the tribal community of prompt action to address their concerns. During her visit, Parida announced several initiatives to improve living conditions and empower the Bonda tribe. Parida revealed that an additional ₹50,000 would be provided to the Bonda people…
Bhubaneswar: In a pre-budget consultation meeting, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi presented a series of proposals aimed at bolstering the state’s economy and addressing regional development gaps. Majhi emphasized the need for greater financial flexibility under the States for Capital Investment (SACI) scheme and highlighted critical areas requiring immediate support. Majhi urged Union Finance…
Bhubaneswar: The 2024 edition of the state-level Sargiful festival came to a vibrant conclusion, showcasing the artistic, cultural, and academic talents of Scheduled Tribe (ST) and Scheduled Caste (SC) students from across Odisha. The event underscored the importance of nurturing young talent and fostering community pride. Nityananda Gond, Minister of School and Mass Education, ST…
Bhubaneswar: A delegation from the America India Foundation Trust (AIF) today presented their projects and initiatives to Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare and Energy, Kanak Vardhan Singhdeo, at the conference hall of Lok Seva Bhavan. The presentation was also attended by Minister of School & Mass Education, ST & SC…
Bhubaneswar: The School and Mass Education (S&ME) Department of the Odisha government on Friday announced the launch of the ‘Panchasakha Shikhya Setu’ initiative, a transformative effort aimed at enhancing school education through community participation and innovative collaboration. Building on the foundation of the former ‘Mo School Abhiyan,’ the Panchasakha Shikhya Setu initiative aspires to revolutionize…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to amplify the voices of young climate advocates, Youth4Water Plus, with support from UNICEF Odisha, hosted a dissemination meeting today at the Press Club in Bhubaneswar. The event was aimed at sharing insights from the recently concluded COP29 in Baku, showcasing Odisha’s youth as leaders in climate resilience and sustainable…
