New Delhi: In a landmark step to enhance the accessibility of passport services, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and the Department of Posts have renewed their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for another five years. The agreement, signed by Manisha Bansal Badal, General Manager of the Business Development Directorate, and Dr. K.J. Srinivasa, Joint Secretary…
New Delhi: Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, and New & Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, today unveiled two groundbreaking initiatives—‘Anna Chakra,’ a PDS supply chain optimization tool, and SCAN (Subsidy Claim Application for NFSA) portal. These measures mark a significant stride toward modernizing the Public Distribution System (PDS) and streamlining subsidy claim…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to shine at the National Panchayat Awards 2024, with recognition in seven prestigious categories. These awards, presented by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Government of India, will be conferred during a special ceremony at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, on December 11. The accolades highlight the exceptional performance of several Gram Panchayats,…
New Delhi: Union Minister of Coal and Mines, G. Kishan Reddy, today inaugurated the 11th round of Commercial Coal Mine auctions, offering 27 coal blocks across six states, including Jharkhand, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Arunachal Pradesh. The auction includes both fully and partially explored mines, featuring one coking coal mine. During the event,…
Bhubaneswar: The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, inaugurated the newly constructed Judicial Court Complex in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, today (December 5, 2024). The state-of-the-art facility is designed to address current and future judicial needs, incorporating advanced technologies to streamline the delivery of justice. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, the President emphasized the importance of timely…
Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh): The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Thursday successfully sent the European Space Agency (ESA) Proba-3 Sun observation mission atop the PSLV-C59 launch vehicle into space. The mission lifted off from the First Launch Pad (FLP) at Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC-SHAR), Sriharikota. “PSLV-C59 has successfully soared into the skies, marking the commencement…
Bhubaneswar: The state-level observance of World Soil Day 2024 was held at the Krushi Bhavan Auditorium in Bhubaneswar, with the theme, “Caring for Soil: Measure, Monitor, Manage.” Similar events were organized across districts in Odisha to raise awareness about the importance of soil health and sustainable farming practices. The event was attended by prominent dignitaries,…
New Delhi: Union Minister of State for Science and Technology, Earth Sciences, and PMO, Dr. Jitendra Singh, assured the Rajya Sabha today that India’s nuclear power plants adhere to the highest safety standards globally, guided by rigorous protocols and international oversight. Addressing concerns during Question Hour, the Minister reaffirmed India’s commitment to nuclear safety as…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi warmly welcomed His Majesty the King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, and Her Majesty the Queen, Jetsun Pema Wangchuck, in New Delhi today. The meeting reinforced the close bond shared by India and Bhutan, with discussions spanning development cooperation, trade, clean energy, space technology, and cultural connections. PM…
Sambalpur: Tragedy struck the Sambalpur Zoo as the beloved female leopard, Rani, passed away on the night of December 4, 2024, despite undergoing treatment for a severe uterine infection. The seven-year-old leopard, a star attraction of the zoo, succumbed to health complications at approximately 9:13 PM. Rani had shown signs of illness earlier in the…
