New Delhi: In a landmark move to foster financial literacy and investor education across India, the Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA), under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). The collaboration, formalized in New Delhi, aims to bridge financial education…
New Delhi: The Union Cabinet on Thursday approved the much-debated ‘One Nation, One Election’ Bill, paving the way for a potential transformation in India’s electoral landscape. The legislation, aimed at synchronizing elections for the Lok Sabha and state Legislative Assemblies, is expected to be tabled during the upcoming Winter Session of Parliament. According to the…
New Delhi: The two-day India Maritime Heritage Conclave (IMHC) concluded successfully, marking a significant milestone in reviving academic focus on India’s rich maritime history. Organized under the aegis of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, the event brought together maritime experts and academicians from 11 nations to explore sustainable solutions to global maritime challenges…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha state government has granted in-principle approval to seven renewable energy (RE) projects with a combined capacity of 192.41 MW. The projects, with a total investment of ₹1,386.09 crore, were sanctioned during the 8th meeting of the Single Window Committee (SWC) under the Odisha Renewable Energy Policy-2022. The approved projects include a 99…
Bhubaneswar: The 39th National Junior Athletics Championships concluded on a high note at the Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar, with Reliance Foundation’s young athletes delivering stellar performances. The team clinched 12 medals, including eight golds, two silvers, and two bronzes, while also setting two new meet records during the tournament held from December 7 to 11. On…
New Delhi: The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, today conferred the National Panchayat Awards 2024 upon 45 distinguished awardees at a ceremony in New Delhi. The awards, spanning multiple categories, celebrate exemplary contributions by Panchayats to sustainable and inclusive development across the nation. In her address, President Murmu emphasized the critical role of villages in…
New Delhi: In a momentous tribute to Tamil poet and freedom fighter Subramania Bharati, Prime Minister Narendra Modi released a comprehensive compendium of his works, Kaala Varisaiyil Bharathiyar Padaippugal, at New Delhi. The occasion marked the culmination of six decades of tireless effort by renowned litterateur Seeni Vishwanathan, who meticulously compiled the 21-volume anthology. Speaking…
New Delhi: The Grand Finale of the Smart India Hackathon (SIH) 2024, a flagship initiative promoting innovation and problem-solving among students, was virtually inaugurated by Union Minister for Education Dharmendra Pradhan today. The event, held across 51 centers nationwide, also witnessed the participation of Union Minister of State for Education Dr. Sukanta Majumdar, senior officials,…
Bhubaneswar: The winter session of the Odisha Legislative Assembly, which commenced on November 26, was adjourned sine die by Speaker Surama Padhy on December 10, nearly 20 days ahead of its scheduled conclusion on December 31. During the session, the Assembly passed the Appropriation Bill (Two), 2024, granting the state government permission to utilize ₹12,156…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Tourism Development Corporation (OTDC) is set to launch Odisha Walks, a series of curated city trails in Cuttack, Puri, and Sambalpur, starting January 2025. The initiative aims to transform these cities into vibrant urban destinations, enhancing their appeal for tourists and locals alike. “Odisha Walks will celebrate the rich history, natural resources,…
