New Delhi: In a landmark move to modernize its rolling stock maintenance and enhance operational safety, Indian Railways today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) for the procurement and installation of Automatic Wheel Profile Measurement Systems (AWPMS). The agreement was formalized at Rail Bhawan, marking a significant stride…
New Delhi: In a landmark move to safeguard public health, India has launched its first-of-its-kind scientific study to detect zoonotic diseases with the potential to spill over from birds to humans. The ambitious inter-ministerial initiative was inaugurated today at the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) Headquarters in New Delhi, marking a pivotal moment in…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant demonstration of India’s growing defence prowess, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Army successfully conducted four back-to-back flight-tests of the Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (MRSAM) Army version from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the Odisha coast on April 3 and 4. The operational flight-trials, carried out under…
Bhubaneswar: With the city gearing up for the revered Ashokastami Car Festival of Lord Lingaraj, the Commissionerate Police has implemented special traffic arrangements in Bhubaneswar to manage crowds and maintain public order during the festivities. The annual festival will be held on April 5 and 6, with the return car festival (Bahuda Yatra) set to…
Mumbai: Renowned actor and filmmaker Manoj Kumar, celebrated for his patriotic films and impactful performances, passed away on Friday at the Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital. He was 87. According to medical reports, Manoj Kumar succumbed to cardiogenic shock resulting from an acute myocardial infarction. The reports also indicated that he had been battling decompensated liver…
New Delhi/Bhubaneswar: Rahul Maharana, a young environmental crusader from Ambadiha village in Khurda district, was among the 24 recipients of the National Youth Awards for 2021-22 and 2022-23. Union Youth Affairs & Sports Minister Mansukh Mandviya conferred the awards in New Delhi on Thursday, recognizing the contributions of young individuals towards nation-building and social service….
Kochi: The Indian Navy’s pioneering initiative, Indian Ocean Ship Sagar (IOS Sagar), successfully concluded its harbour and sea training phase at the Southern Naval Command in Kochi. The ship, along with its crew, has now set sail for Karwar, marking a significant milestone in fostering international maritime cooperation. As part of this unique training program,…
New Delhi: To enhance passenger security, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has collaborated with the Railway Protection Force (RPF) to help train passengers recover lost or stolen mobile phones. This initiative integrates the Rail Madad app with the DoT’s Sanchar Saathi platform, creating a streamlined process for tracking and blocking stolen devices. Mobile phones constitute…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha took a significant step towards industrial growth and employment generation as Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated a major production unit and laid the foundation stone for 13 new projects on Thursday. With a combined investment of ₹5,770 crore, these projects are expected to create over 37,030 jobs, reinforcing the state’s position as…
New Delhi: To enhance investor convenience and streamline the Mutual Fund industry’s onboarding process, the Department of Posts (DoP) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Nippon India Mutual Fund to provide door-to-door KYC verification services. This collaboration aims to ensure a seamless, secure, and compliant Know Your Customer (KYC) process for investors across…
