New Delhi: The government’s ambitious Prime Minister’s Internship Scheme (PMIS), announced in the 2024-25 Budget, is set to provide one crore internship opportunities over five years, targeting youth across the nation. As part of its initial rollout, a pilot project was launched on October 3, 2024, aiming to offer 1.25 lakh internships in the financial…
Bhubaneswar: Over the past five years, Odisha has reported the deaths of 34 leopards and three Royal Bengal Tigers in its forests, highlighting challenges in wildlife conservation. The data was shared by Forests, Environment, and Climate Change Minister Ganesh Ram Singkhuntia in response to a query from Congress MLA Tara Prasad Bahinipati during the Odisha…
New Delhi: Union Minister of State for Forest, Environment, and Climate Change, Kirti Vardhan Singh, on Tuesday inaugurated the use of Nano Bubble Technology at the National Zoological Park, Delhi. The innovative technology aims to clean and purify pond water, ensuring a healthier environment for aquatic animals. The technology, introduced as a 15-day trial, has…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today inaugurated the implementation of three transformative new criminal laws—Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA)—at a grand event in Chandigarh. Addressing the gathering, Modi emphasized the historical and transformative nature of these reforms, aligning them with the ideals of justice, equality,…
New Delhi: Ambassador Ana Taban of the Republic of Moldova paid a courtesy visit to Dr. Devesh Chaturvedi, Secretary of the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare (A&FW), at Krishi Bhawan in New Delhi. The meeting underscored the potential for enhanced cooperation in agriculture between the two nations. Welcoming the Moldovan Ambassador, Dr. Chaturvedi highlighted…
New Delhi: Israel’s Industry and Economy Minister, Nir Barkat, met with India’s Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh in New Delhi today to deepen bilateral ties in critical and emerging technologies. The high-level discussion, held during Barkat’s visit to India, focused on strengthening collaborations in startups, particularly in quantum technology, space, and innovation-driven sectors like agriculture…
New Delhi: Marking the International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2024, President Droupadi Murmu today conferred the National Awards on 33 individuals and institutions for their exemplary contributions to empowering persons with disabilities. The ceremony, held in New Delhi, was graced by Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Dr. Virendra Kumar and Secretary of…
New Delhi: The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, marked International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2024 with the launch of 16 transformative initiatives aimed at empowering Divyangjans across India. Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar unveiled the initiatives at a grand event in New Delhi,…
Bhubaneswar: The Commissionerate Police has issued traffic regulations in light of President Droupadi Murmu’s five-day visit to Odisha, commencing December 3. The restrictions, aimed at ensuring smooth traffic flow and bolstering security, will be in effect from December 3 to 6, with specified roads and lanes temporarily closed during particular hours. Traffic Restrictions Schedule: Tuesday:…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has witnessed a steady decline in its birth rate, as revealed by the 2020 Sample Registration Survey (SRS). The state’s birth rate was recorded at 17.7, significantly lower than the national average of 19.5, according to Health and Family Welfare Minister Mukesh Mahaling. The Minister shared the data in the Odisha Assembly on…
