Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Addresses 20th Foundation Day of National Commission for Minority Educational Institutions

New Delhi: Union Minister for Education, Dharmendra Pradhan, addressed the 20th Foundation Day of the National Commission for Minority Educational Institutions (NCMEI) today in New Delhi. In his speech, Dharmendra Pradhan emphasized the significance of the rights enshrined in the Indian Constitution for minorities as the nation celebrates 75 years of the Constitution’s adoption. He…

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Distinguished Academician Ram Krishna Rajput Donates Priceless Archival Collection to National Archives of India

Bhubaneswar: Renowned academician, journalist, author, and writer Dr. Ram Krishna Rajput from Uttar Pradesh has donated his invaluable archival collection to the National Archives of India. The collection, entitled “Dr. Ram Krishna Rajput Collection,” includes ancient manuscripts in multiple languages, rare photographs, handwritten maps, rare books, and thousands of designs created by local textile designers….

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India Advances Efforts to Preserve Linguistic Heritage and Foster Cultural Unity

New Delhi: The Government of India has reiterated its commitment to preserving, promoting, and developing the nation’s rich linguistic heritage, underscoring the pivotal role of languages in cultural development and national unity. Speaking at a press conference today, Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy highlighted the government’s vision for a developed India by 2047, emphasizing that…

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Bhitarkanika National Park to Close for Saltwater Crocodile Census from January 14

Bhubaneswar: Bhitarkanika National Park in Kendrapara district will remain closed to tourists from January 14 to 22, 2025, to facilitate the annual saltwater crocodile census, the Forest Department announced. A comprehensive operation has been planned, involving 22 teams and around 100 personnel, including forest officials, wildlife researchers, and trained locals, to ensure the census is…

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Odisha Govt Ensures Transparent Paddy Procurement Process Across 11 Districts

Bhubaneswar The paddy procurement process for the current Kharif season is in full swing across Odisha, with the state government implementing strict monitoring mechanisms to ensure transparency and efficiency at every mandi. The government has instructed the district administrations to keep a close vigil, ensuring that no eligible farmer faces difficulties during procurement. Paddy procurement is…

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Odisha Govt Signs MoU with CEEW to Propel Green Economic Growth Under ‘Green Odisha Initiative’

Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards accelerating green economic growth, the Planning and Convergence Department of Odisha Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) today. The agreement aims to advance sustainable development in Odisha through the Green Odisha Initiative. The MoU signing ceremony was held at…

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Odisha Govt Warns Ineligible Beneficiaries of Subhadra Yojana, Verification Underway

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government has issued a stern warning against ineligible beneficiaries who have availed funds under the Subhadra Yojana. Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida today cautioned that strict action will be taken against individuals found to have received benefits without meeting the eligibility criteria. Addressing the media, Parida urged ineligible recipients to come forward…

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Odisha Govt Plans Santali Education from Kindergarten to Post-Graduation: CM Majhi

Bhubaneswar: In a landmark announcement, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi revealed that the Odisha government is actively considering introducing education in the Santali language, spanning from kindergarten to post-graduation. The announcement was made during the inauguration of the 7th annual conference of the All India Santali Writers’ Association-Odisha branch at Ashok Batika in Keonjhar. Highlighting…

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Odisha Govt Implements Major Bureaucratic Reshuffle; Bishnupada Sethi Appointed Officer on Special Duty

Bhubaneswar, December 17, 2024: In a significant bureaucratic reshuffle, the Odisha Government has appointed senior IAS officer Bishnupada Sethi as the Officer on Special Duty (OSD) in the General Administration & Public Grievance Department. Sethi, a 1995-batch IAS officer, is currently serving as Principal Secretary of the Social Security & Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities…

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