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…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government took a significant step toward ensuring passenger safety in inland water transport through its flagship scheme, Sahid Baji Rout Noujatra Suraksha Yojana. The Commerce & Transport Department, under the leadership of Usha Padhee, Principal Secretary, conducted a virtual meeting with District Collectors and District Magistrates to discuss the scheme’s implementation and…
Puri: The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) commenced the long-awaited repair and renovation work of the Ratna Bhandar of Puri Srimandir on Tuesday. The repair process, which will follow the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) issued by the Odisha government, aims to ensure structural stability while preserving the temple’s sanctity and rituals. The repair work is…
New Delhi: The Minister of Textiles recently held a crucial meeting with senior officials from Uniqlo, facilitated by Invest India, to discuss collaborative efforts aimed at enhancing India’s textile industry. This engagement builds on Uniqlo’s earlier interaction with the Prime Minister, showcasing their commitment to fostering a sustainable and globally competitive textile sector in India….
New Delhi: The report titled ‘District-level Climate Risk Assessment for India: Mapping Flood and Drought Risks Using the IPCC Framework’ was released today at the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi. Developed by the Indian Institute of Technology Mandi, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, and CSTEP Bengaluru, with support from the Department of Science and Technology…
Chennai: The Indian Ministry of Science & Technology has announced its support for M/s Agnikul Cosmos Pvt. Ltd., Chennai, to develop and commercialize “Agnibaan”, a highly customizable two-stage launch vehicle capable of delivering payloads of up to 300 kg to orbits at 700 km altitude. This pioneering initiative is being supported by the Technology Development…
Ropar: The Indian Institute of Technology Ropar (IIT Ropar) proudly inaugurated the Dr. Ranbir Singh Tinkerers’ Lab (TL), a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to fostering innovation, creativity, and hands-on learning for engineering students. This cutting-edge maker space, accessible to all students around the clock, has been established through funding from the Maker Bhavan Foundation (MBF) and…
New Delhi: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh unveiled Kisan Kavach, India’s first-of-its-kind anti-pesticide bodysuit, here today. Designed to protect farmers from the harmful effects of pesticide exposure,…
Mangalagiri (Andhra Pradesh): The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, graced the first convocation ceremony of AIIMS, Mangalagiri, Andhra Pradesh, on December 17, 2024. Addressing the graduating MBBS batch, the President lauded their pivotal role in establishing the identity of the institute and called them the “first brand ambassadors” of AIIMS Mangalagiri in the medical fraternity,…
New Delhi: Sanjay Kumar Agarwal, Chairperson of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), along with all Board Members, today launched a series of initiatives aimed at improving taxpayer experience and enhancing transparency. Agarwal emphasized, “The initiatives launched today are a testament to our unwavering commitment to simplifying tax processes and fostering a…
